Front Desk Jobs in Oregon
Front Desk jobs in Oregon are in steady demand, with the heaviest concentration in healthcare clinic reception, hospitality, and professional services across Portland, Eugene, and Salem. Large employers with consistent front desk hiring include Oregon Health & Science University, Providence Health & Services, and Nike. The most in-demand specialties in Oregon are medical front desk, hotel front desk, and corporate reception. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Initial Posting Date:
09/16/2026Application Deadline:
09/22/2026Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$3,742 - $5,067Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Front Desk Specialist (Office Specialist 2)Job Description:
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.
Opportunity awaits!
Would you enjoy collaborating with several different parties? Are you skilled in tracking multiple things at once? Would you be interested in joining a diverse team that is dedicated to serving children, families, and communities? If so, apply today to be a Front Desk Specialist (Office Specialist 2) in Astoria.
Summary of Duties
As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.
As a Front Desk Specialist, you will:
Provide essential administrative support to caseworkers and unit supervisors within the Child Welfare agency, assisting casework and management units across various disciplines, and maintain order in the lobby area following office policies and guidelines.
Answer phone calls, address inquiries, coordinate schedules, and guide individuals to appropriate services, resources, and community partners.
Ensures compliance with State and Federal laws, by coordinating timely production of payments, policy compliance, forms, and letters in alignment with ODHS policies.
Handle a substantial volume of administrative documentation and electronic data entry, including filing documents into case files, closing, and transferring cases, creating case and assessment files, and managing personnel records.
Support data entry and uploads in both OR-Kids and local file/ spreadsheets
- Request records which may include, but is not limited to police reports, out of state histories, court records, physical or mental health records.
Actively seeks to provide culturally appropriate services, respecting the worth of diverse individuals and communities.
Working Conditions
Occasional travel is required for attending meetings, trainings, completing SPOTS purchases, temporary lodging support, car maintenance, and other case related activities.
Employee will work a professional work week; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs.
Rare, compensated overtime may be required, including evening and weekend work.
Your work will be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.
After training and any trial service, there may be opportunity for 1 day remote work each week. This will need to be discussed and approved by the manager.
In this role, you will handle sensitive issues related to trauma, abuse, substance use, and crises.
You will interact with a diverse range of individuals, including those who have experienced trauma and may struggle with emotional regulation.
In this role you will complete Notary training provided by ODHS and maintain detailed records of all notary activities in line with training provided
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents. Or
An associate degree in any field. Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer service skills
Experience using various computer systems or databases, including Microsoft 365 programs.
Experience using organizational skills, prioritization, and time management to meet deadlines and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Experience handling and maintaining confidential information.
Experience conducting work as part of a team and individually.
Attention all candidates!
Application materials are screened for minimum qualifications and essential attributes to determine if you advance in the selection process. Clearly describe how you meet these requirements in your application materials.
Your application materials are used to determine your starting salary range. Please ensure any education and experience information, you would like considered are included in your application materials.
Note: If attaching a resume and/or cover letter, please uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. You can attach multiple files in this area at once.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Background Checks and Requirements
If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check.
A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
Veterans’ preference information.
How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
Please contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Ryan Bennett. Please include the REQ# when corresponding.
Email: ryan.bennett@odhs.oregon.gov
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in front desk jobs across Oregon.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Oregon employers
- One or more years of customer-facing reception or administrative experience
- Proficiency with scheduling software, phone systems, and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for in-person and phone interactions
- Ability to manage multi-line phone systems and greet high volumes of visitors
- Experience with electronic health records preferred for medical front desk roles in Oregon
Front Desk Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a front desk in Oregon?
Most front desk roles in Oregon require a high school diploma and on-the-job training rather than a state-issued license. For medical front desk positions, completing a medical administrative assistant certificate program at a community college such as Portland Community College or Lane Community College gives candidates a strong edge. Employers typically promote from within or hire from adjacent administrative roles, so demonstrating scheduling and communication skills is the concrete starting point.
Which companies hire front desks in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring front desks in Oregon include Planet Fitness, Highgate, and Sniff Dog Hotel, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's healthcare systems, hotel groups, and professional services firms account for the largest share of ongoing front desk openings in the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most front desk jobs?
Portland, Eugene, and Bend have the most front desk openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share of listings because of its density of hospital systems, corporate headquarters, and hotels, while Eugene and Salem add volume through university medical centers, state government offices, and regional hospitality employers.
Are there remote front desk jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Front desk work is primarily on-site by nature, since it involves greeting visitors, managing physical check-ins, and handling in-person inquiries. About 0% of front desk openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be virtual receptionist or phone-based scheduling roles rather than traditional front-of-house positions.
How can I get hired as a front desk in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to medical or hotel front desk roles that advertise on-the-job training. Large Oregon employers such as Oregon Health & Science University and Providence Health & Services regularly hire entry-level patient service representatives and train them internally. Completing a medical administrative assistant certificate at Portland Community College or similar programs builds relevant skills quickly, and lateral moves from retail or food service customer-facing roles are a common door into the field.
Where can I find and apply to front desk jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to front desk jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred city, and industry, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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