Office Specialist

The Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) is currently accepting applications for the position of part-time Office Specialist
. Interested applicants are required to submit an online application no later than March 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM
. Upon submission, applicants will receive an email from Guardian Alliance Technologies containing a secure link and instructions to create an online account. This account will serve the purpose of collecting information and documents required for the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). The PHQ must be completed and certified by March 18, 2026
, to be considered for the next step in the hiring process.

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an oral board interview.

If you have any specific questions about the position or the process, please contact the OVPD Recruiting Team at ovpdrecruiting.

• Assists in and operates office equipment.
• Assists in front desk coverage.
• Answers, screens, and directs telephone calls and receives, and reads and sorts mail.
• Attends and participates in meetings.
• Greets the public, answers the phones and provides information and direction to appropriate personnel.
• Composes and types correspondence.
• Provides administrative assistance and support to various staff members.
• Provides confidential support to the department.
• Responds to and submits customer requests for Department information or action.
• Works cooperatively with other administrative assistants in group to provide back up support and cross training.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant Town, state and Federal statutes, ordinances, codes, rules and regulations, and other governing rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of event planning techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of personal computer hardware and software.
• Knowledge of research and report preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• A High School diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years’ experience in office administration.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must obtain Level B Terminal Operator Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Successfully complete background investigation.

• Work is performed in an indoor environment.
• Must be able to lift or move up to ten (10) pounds.
• Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.