Administrative Specialist 1 – (Ombuds and Family Services Unit/ Legal Affairs)

Initial Posting Date:

09/23/2025

Application Deadline:

10/05/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$3,952 - $5,419

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Administrative Specialist 1 – (Ombuds and Family Services Unit/ Legal Affairs)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Administrative Specialist 1 – (Ombuds and Family Services Unit/ Legal Affairs)  

Oregon State Hospital (OSH) is seeking a dedicated professional to provide administrative support to the Ombuds and Family Services Unit within the Legal Affairs Office. In this vital role, you will help ensure smooth operations of the Ombuds program, working closely with Ombuds staff and hospital leadership to support patients and their families. Your efforts will directly contribute to resolving concerns, fostering communication, and promoting understanding through discussion and the clear explanation of information. 

This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. 

  

 If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.   

   

The Oregon State Hospital provides patient-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults from throughout the state who need hospital-level care. Our primary goal is to help people recover from their illness and return to the community. Our services include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as community outreach and peer support. Watch “Welcome to the Oregon State Hospital” video here.   

   

What We Are Looking For   

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.   

• Two years of secretarial or basic administrative support experience that includes records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data   

OR   

• An associate degree in general office occupations and one year of experience with records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data   

OR   

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.   

   

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess