Residential Group Home Office Specialist; Office Specialist – Salem​/Keizer

Initial Posting Date: 01/05/2026

Final date to receive applications: 01/18/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Salary Range: $3,492 - $4,734

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Residential Group Home Office Specialist (Office Specialist 2 – Salem/Keizer)

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

NOTE: This position will receive a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 2.5% which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The effective date of the increase is February 1, 2026 and will reflect on March 1, 2026 paychecks.

Opportunity awaits! Do you thrive on working in a fast‑paced environment? Do you have experience communicating clearly and cross culturally in writing, directly, or virtually? Do you have time management/organizational skills? Do you have experience coordinating schedules, meetings, resources, etc.? Then, come #JoinTeamSACU!

As an employee working within the Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU), you will be a part of a program that provides 24‑hour residential care to Oregonians with intellectual/developmental disabilities, often with co‑occurring mental health diagnoses, whose support needs exceed the supports offered or provided by other community‑based residential programs. SACU provides development and support to assist individuals in safely transitioning back to their home community.

SACU models positive attitudes while offering assistance with access to: health and medical supports, psychological services, emotional and behavioral support, educational supports. SACU staff also provide life skills training, recreational opportunities and community integration. SACU is dedicated to providing the support necessary to maintain the quality of life, achieve the highest possible level of independence and promote social opportunities, which benefit the individuals served and their communities.

We operate 18 residential group homes along the I‑5 corridor from Portland to Eugene.

As a Residential Group Home Office Specialist, you will:

• Work in a fast‑paced environment where you will provide a variety of clerical support tasks for our residential group homes.
• Manage and maintain multiple calendars, trackers, and spreadsheets.
• Assist individuals with the interviewing, selection, and hiring process.
• Use a computer to enter and track information.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings and appointments.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Two years of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents.

OR

An associate or higher‑level degree in any field.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Attention to detail for following directions, documenting information, etc.
• Experience using time management, organization, and prioritization skills to track and complete tasks.
• Experience communicating clearly and cross culturally in writing, directly, or virtually.
• Experience using proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, and sentence structure.
• Experience using computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendaring, etc. for documenting, communicating, and tracking information and for scheduling and managing appointments, meetings, resources, etc.
• Experience working with a variety of individuals from varying backgrounds.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required, (please limit it to only two pages.) Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the…