About the Department
The City of Lake Oswego is seeking a dynamic and effective administrative support person to provide accounting support and excellent customer service. Administrative Support II person would respond to questions from the public and handle basic bookkeeping transactions. This position is 40 hours per week and is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees’ Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Position Duties
- Accept passport applications and forwards to Regional Office - U.S. Passport Services.
- Answer phones and receive customers at the counter; determine nature of business and direct patrons as necessary.
- Process and provide customers with information concerning business licenses, dog licenses, and customer account balances.
- Receive and post bill payments, and review for completeness.
- Operate office equipment including computer, voice messaging, copiers and fax machines.
- Insure office area is clean and neat, stocked with necessary forms and supplies.
- Order office supplies as approved and reconcile monthly office supply purchases.
- Prepare and type correspondence and memos.
- Distribute daily department mail and file routine paperwork.
- Provide back-up assistance to accounting specialists.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred candidates will have two years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the duties of the position. Candidates must be able to communicate with the public and City employees in a clear, tactful and courteous manner. Qualified candidates will be skilled in the Microsoft Suite of software, use of data base software, office organization and able to utilize general office equipment. The department will also put a strong emphasis on candidate’s skills and ability to provide exceptional customer service. This position is subject to mandatory participation in electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payment of net wages (i.e., Direct Deposit or PayCard).
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr.
Other Qualifications
Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.
Bilingual Pay: Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.
Application Process: You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted by: 5:00 P.M. Monday, May 25, 2026