Temporary Office Assistant

Job Description

Your Next Opportunity is Here - Urgently Hiring in Albany, OR!

Job Title: Office Assistant
Pay: $20/hour
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Start Date: ASAP


Looking for a fulfilling administrative role where you can serve your local community? Join a dedicated county government office in Albany, Oregon, as an Office Assistant and make an impact every day.


As an Office Assistant, you'll support daily administrative operations, assist department staff, and help ensure our community receives professional, efficient service. You'll work closely with office supervisors and program coordinators to maintain accurate records, manage communications, and keep workflows running smoothly.


What You'll Do
As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Utilizing Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) to draft routine correspondence, update spreadsheets, and schedule appointments.
• Maintaining, organizing, and archiving physical and electronic county files and public records.
• Entering data accurately into internal database systems and verifying record information.
• Assisting office team members with general clerical tasks, including photocopying, scanning, managing office supplies, and greeting visitors as needed.

What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous administrative, clerical, or office experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional, customer-focused approach
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and respect for confidentiality

Why Join Us in Albany?

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience working in a government environment
• Consistent weekday daytime schedule
• Ask us about our Referral Bonus Program to earn extra cash!

Location & Schedule:
This is a temporary (4-6 months), on-site position in Albany, OR, offering Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM shifts.


Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to start a rewarding career as an Office Assistant in Albany, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don't wait - we're hiring now!

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Selectemp provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Selectemp will provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring and employment process.