Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Community Development Department facilitates orderly growth and development in the Deschutes County community through coordinated programs of Building Safety, Code Compliance, Coordinated Services, Onsite Wastewater, Planning and education and service to the public.

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

This position performs a variety of complex and diverse support including special projects, data management, analyzing data and applying judgement to resolve problems, processes documents, reviews accounts, and responds independently to inquiries as well as providing administrative assistance across CDD’s divisions.  The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Independently plans and performs administrative duties such as data management and research.
• Apply judgement to resolve problems, analyze data and making decisions.  Duties may vary according to job assignments within each division.
• Responds independently to inquiries and resolve problems within scope of authority.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• County organization, operation, policies, and procedures.
• Applicable state and federal rules, codes, and regulations.
• Customer service techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the phone.

Skill in:

• Organizing and managing complex administrative and technical services with minimum supervision.
• Using initiative and independent judgement within established guidelines.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function.

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Review the full job description by clicking HERE.

Compensation

$4,939.64 to $6,619.58 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union represented position is available immediately.

Effective Jan. 1, 2026:

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (Download PDF reader) for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business or Public Administration;
• AND two (2) years of public sector administrative and technical support experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred qualifications:

• Notary Public Commission or ability to obtain.

Necessary Special Requirements

The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply – we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans’ Preference, please click HERE for information.