Bilingual Receptionist (Office Specialist 2)

Bilingual Receptionist

Office Specialist 2

Recruitment #:                  S2159

Review Date:                    Immediate review | Open until filled

Department:                     Accounting & Business Services

Salary Range:                   $2557 - $3710 [This is a 10-Step Salary Range]

Benefits:                             
Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which 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. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/

Department / Job Summary:

Accounting & Business Services is responsible for the financial management of the institution and processing and reporting for all financial transactions.  The operation of Accounting & Business Services directly affects each of the institution’s employees, students, suppliers, student sponsors, some employees of other state agencies, and some members of the public.  Accounting & Business Services has eleven employees, excluding student employees and temporary hires.

The Bilingual Receptionist provides data entry and clerical support to Accounting & Business Services. The position focuses on accounts receivable functions which include, responding to debtors’ questions and assisting with the maintenance of files, account receivables, and student information systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.
• College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Click here for the complete position description which includes duties and responsibilities as well as any knowledge areas and special requirements.

Application Instructions:

You may submit all materials online at www.wou.edu/classified Required application materials must be in PDF format:

1. WOU Employment Application available here
2. Cover letter that addresses each qualification of the position. Please include how your experience, education, and/or training might help us build a more inclusive, collaborative, and diverse community
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three references
5. Copy of unofficial transcripts for highest degree earned

NOTE:  A criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment