Staffing Specialist (Helen Gordon Child Development Center ) at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	12/16/2024
Classification Title	Office Specialist 2
Working Title	Staffing Specialist (Helen Gordon Child Development Center )
Department	260401 - CDC Helen Gordon Office
Position Number	D99980
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 27,000 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. For information about the Helen Gordon Child Development Center, please visithttps://www.pdx.edu/helen-gordon-center/
Position Summary	Helen Gordon Child Development Center is the full-day children’s program for Portland State University. Located on the PSU campus in downtown Portland, the Center provides a model early childhood program for the children of Portland State University students, faculty and staff, and the Portland community. The Center is a laboratory for students and faculty participating in observation, practice and research activities in Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies, psychology, and related fields. Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the Center serves children aged six weeks to six years. The Staffing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all aspects of the Center’s staffing which includes assisting management in the hiring, orienting and scheduling of full-time employees. This position is responsible for hiring, orienting and scheduling temporary classified employees and student employees. This position reports to the Program Coordinator.
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	Two years of clerical and administrative experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Ability to create and edit documents, including formatting text, inserting images and tables, and checking for grammar and spelling errors
Preferred Qualifications	Two or more years of combined teaching and administration in an early childhood program. Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or a related field. Working knowledge of Banweb and EPAF hire process Working knowledge of PeopleAdmin position management and applicant tracking system
Key Cultural Competencies	Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
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-Friday 8am-5pm
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	The starting salary rate for this position will be between $17.59 and $19.68 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. SEIU rates listed above will increase by 3.50% effective June 1, 2025 and again by 3.00% effective November 1, 2025. 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 :https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-psu

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