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Software Application Specialist

Washington County, OR
$31.54 - $38.35 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 22, 2025
THE POSITION The current vacancy is a non-benefited, variable hour (up to 20 hours per week) position. The information provided in the Benefits tab of this posting is generic and does not apply to variable hour positions. Washington County's Department of Facilities, Fleet, and Parks is looking for an experienced Software Application Specialist to join the Administrative Team. This team guides, leads, and coordinates staff within and across the various business functions of the Facilities Division to create safe, welcoming, and comfortable public spaces for the staff, citizens, and visitors of Washington County. The Facilities Division takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of nearly 45 County-owned buildings (over 1.9 million square feet), grounds, parks, and associated hardscape. The Software Application Specialist will provide front line software application and hardware support, research improvements in processes and software tools and tool usage within the Facilities Division. They will provide user training and support on existing and new software tools and processes. They may be tasked with data analysis and cleanup for existing systems to make them more effective and reliable. They will coordinate with Washington County ITS on ITS and Facilities, Fleet and Parks technical initiatives. Candidates at this level will be assigned tasks by the Senior Software Application Specialist. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Software Application Specialist The ideal candidate for this position has a strong level of software application and technology maintenance knowledge and is committed to contributing to a safe space for everyone within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet , & Parks Department. They are an energetic software application professional with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, and a strong work ethic , and are able to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. They enjoy performing routine software application tasks, data extraction tasks, produce or provide training on software programs to staff, understand work order programs and their integrations into other financial, project management or enterprise reporting programs, and leading small projects when assigned. They are a team player and can swiftly shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests with pride, professionalism, and a positive demeanor. Minimum Qualifications One (1) year of college-level coursework in computer science or a closely related field; AND Three (3) years of experience providing computer hardware and software support (applicable certifications may substitute for the education and experience requirements, may vary by department). Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant, including your volunteer experience. Other Requirements Some positions may be required to pass a criminal background check. Next Steps: Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the initial review as soon as possible. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment, contingent on a background check. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period. Our Commitment to You We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation. Additional Resources Questions about this recruitment? Contact Mia at mia_richards@washingtoncountyor.gov New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. Need technical support? Call Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627.