The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Office Assistant. This position is half-time for approximately 20 hours per week as needed. The regular shift will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Hours could vary to provide office coverage as needed.

The Office Assistant works on a variety of assignments. Essential functions include: Clerical and secretarial duties of advanced complexity with considerable independence of action and latitude for exercising judgment; completing duties and assignments with considerable accuracy timeliness and professionalism; composes and types pertinent correspondence from rough draft, general instruction and original documents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism; utilizes computer programs in the Microsoft Office Suite, creates email distributed to internal and external customers; performs duties as receptionist for the department; processes incoming/outgoing mail; responsible for maintaining documentation of sensitive documents, including medical records and contact information; helping to organize events as assigned; distributes and files correspondence and other department documents; must be familiar with and operate a variety of office equipment including computer, typewriter, calculator, photocopier, fax, postage meter and other standard office equipment. Other functions as determined by the Finance Manager/Executive Assistant. This position requires displayed characteristics that portray a high degree of courtesy, customer service, and friendly demeanor.

The administrative office is open from 8 am to 5 pm. Coverage times may require a full day or partial days. Ideally, this person would start as soon as possible.

Part-time Office Assistant’s hourly rate: $22.64-$26.37 per hour.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• The District offers medical and dental insurance. Premiums for employees who work at least an average of 18 hours per week are shared 50% by the employee and 50% by the District. If an employee declines coverage due to coverage under another qualified health plan, an employer contribution to the employee’s VEBA account shall be made for the 50% value that would have been paid by the employer, up to a maximum of $6,000 per year.
• The District participates in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Sick leave as required by law.

Applicant’s minimum requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years experience in clerical or secretarial work or equivalent required.
• Possess a valid and current Driver’s License and be insurable.
• Be able to perform mental and physical tasks pursuant to the essential functions of the position.

Applications

Applications may be obtained from the District website www.sistersfire.com or at the business office during regular office hours. The address is 301 South Elm Street, Sisters, Oregon 97759

Submit the application on the forms provided with your resumeto the address below. Incomplete applications or resumes without applications will not be considered. All applications must be received by September 16, at 5 p.m.

The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District is an EOE.

Mail to:

Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District

Office Assistant Selection Process Fax to: (541) 549-1343

P.O. Box 1509, Sisters, Oregon 97759 Email to: spor@sistersfire.com

Job Type: Part-time