Travel & Training Coordinator

This is an internal job posting. Only former Multnomah County employees on an active recall list may apply for this opportunity through this site.

Current employees:
Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

$35.80 - $43.83 Hourly

Department of County Management (DCM)

Regular Represented

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

March 15, 2026

Are you a finance professional who thrives on variety? Do you enjoy the puzzle of complex reconciliations as much as you enjoy helping colleagues navigate travel logistics? The Department of County Management, Business Services division is seeking a Finance Specialist 2 to serve as our Travel and Training Coordinator
. This isn't your average "back-office" finance role. You will be the primary liaison for DCM managers and staff, providing high-level technical assistance and ensuring our business services run like a well-oiled machine.

• Coordinating DCM travel and training
• Performing Accounts Payable (invoice payment), Accounts Receivable, and employee expense reimbursements
• Conducting Purchasing Card auditing, reconciliations, and expense allocations
• Performing expenditure tracking, reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis to assist in budget preparation

We Are Looking For a Proactive Communicator Who Can Translate Complex Financial Data Into Actionable Information. You Are a Great Candidate If You Have

• Precision:
  An eagle eye for detail in auditing and reconciliation.
• Service-Oriented Mindset: A passion for providing technical assistance and "white-glove" support to staff.
• Adaptability:
  The ability to pivot between routine invoice processing and complex, time-sensitive analytical projects.
• Technical Savvy:
  Proficiency in Workday and a knack for data analysis.

Joining the Business Services Program means becoming part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth. We provide the foundational support that allows the entire Department of County Management to serve our community effectively.

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

• Bachelor's degree, experience may substitute for a degree
• Two (2) to four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting or fiscal management experience
• Ability to pass records/background check

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Ability to organize, prioritize and complete a variety of simultaneous tasks
• Experience working with culturally and individually diverse groups
• High attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience effectively navigating county, state and/ or federal agency policies, and procedures
• Transferable skills:
  Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

• A completed online application.
• A resume that contains your relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and if applicable the number of employees under your supervision.
• A cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses
  • why you are interested in this position and;
  • demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, addressing how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualification listed, as these materials may be scored and determine if you move forward in the process.

• Initial review of minimum qualifications:
  We may do an additional preferred review, phone screen, and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those…