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.

The regular shift will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Hours could vary to provide office coverage as needed or to fill a vacancy.

The Office Assistant assists on a variety of assignments.

Major duties include:

• Acts as receptionist for the department. Greeting customers and answering phones.
• Billing for engine response.
• Scheduling: ride-along appointments, community hall bookings.
• Newsletter
• Support of Fire Corps programs.
• Uniform inventory and distribution.
• Secretary for Safety Committee

Other Job Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced clerical and secretarial duties with independence and sound judgment
• Complete tasks accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner
• Compose and type correspondence from drafts or instructions with a high level of accuracy
• Use Microsoft Office Suite programs effectively
• Create and distribute emails to internal and external contacts
• Process incoming and outgoing mail
• Maintain and organize sensitive documents, including medical records and contact information
• Assist with organizing events as assigned
• File and distribute department correspondence and documents
• Operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, calculator, photocopier)
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Finance Manager/Executive Assistant
• Demonstrate strong customer service, courtesy, and a 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.

Pay Scale for Part-time Office Assistant:

$22.64-$27.08 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). Contributions to an employees PERS account are made by the employer.
• Sick leave accruals as required by law. Eligible for Paid Leave Oregon 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 preferred.
• 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 beginning June 30, 2025. The address is 301 South Elm Street, Sisters, Oregon 97759

Submit the application on the forms provided with your resume to the address below.

Incomplete applications or resumes without applications will not be considered. All applications must be received by July 11 at 5 p.m. The District intends to hire as soon as possible.

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

Mail to:

Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District
Office Assistant Selection Process
P.O. Box 1509, Sisters, Oregon 97759

Fax to: (541) 549-1343

Email to: spor@sistersfire.com