Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, United States
(on-site)
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$19.35 - $21.91
Salary - Type
Hourly Wage
Job Function
Other
Description
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Portland State University
Position Details
Position Details
| Proposed Start Date | 04/01/2026 |
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| Classification Title | Office Specialist 2 |
| Working Title | Student Record & Registration Specialist |
| Department | 200261 - REG Registrar's Office |
| Position Number | D99853 |
| Representation | OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503 |
| Position FTE | 1.0 |
| End date, if applicable |
Position Summary
| Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept | Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. |
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| Position Summary | The primary role of this position is to provide information and assistance for all functions associated with the Registrar's Office via phone, in-person, or email interaction. These include but are not limited to, admission to the university, registering for classes and all policies and procedures related to student records. The position will provide service to not only the current student population, but prospective students, faculty and staff as well as alumni and community members. This position will also provide program or process oversight for one or more specific business operations such as special program enrollment, residency classification assistance, official enrollment verification, transcript or educational record procurement, or special appeal exceptions. The position will be responsible for accurately creating, posting, maintaining and preserving the integrity of official student academic records. |
| Minimum Qualifications from Classification | Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology AND one year of general clerical experience. Note: College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. |
| Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Key Cultural Competencies |
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| Environmental Stewardship | Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. |
| Work Days/Hours | Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm |
| Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement | The starting salary rate for this position will be between $19.35 and $21.91 per hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU's excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * After reviewing the job posting do you certify that you meet both the standard Minimum Qualifications (Clerical/Education) AND the Additional Minimum Qualifications (Direct Service experience) listed for this position?
- Yes
- No
- * In 300 words or less, describe a time when you had to assist a client who was upset, or struggling with a complex process. How did you utilize de-escalation techniques to resolve the issue? Looking back at the interaction, what was the most effective strategy you used, and is there anything you would handle differently today?
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you first find out about this position?
- PSU Website
- Indeed.com
- HERCJobs
- Urban League of Portland
- Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
- Oregon Employment Department
- Social Media
- Person Referral
- Career Builder
- Glass Door
- Other - Please describe in the next Question
- If you selected Other, please describe.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Professional References
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Job ID: 82695008