Institution Records Specialist

Initial Posting Date:

11/06/2026

Application Deadline:

11/22/2026

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$4,566 - $5,975

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Institution Records Specialist, Administrative Specialist 1(Salem)

Job Description:

Institution Records Specialist, Administrative Specialist 1(Salem)

Oregon State Penitentiary

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Offender Information and Sentence Computation (OISC) Unit is committed to providing efficient and secure management of institutional records, court processes, and data within our operational framework.

We are seeking a highly organized and dedicated OISC Institution Records Specialist to manage and oversee security, maintenance, court processes, and data management.

About the Job – Your Role

In this role, you will ensure the smooth coordination of all records-related processes across OISC offices, maintain the security and integrity of institutional records, and facilitate court processes. You will also be responsible for developing and managing systems for data collection, tracking, and reporting. Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the OISC Central Unit to help streamline office operations and maintain compliance with legal and organizational standards.

You will receive, review, process, and follow-up on all documents, reports, and forms received.  Evaluate for completion, compliance, and accuracy with established criteria; determine application needed based on applicable Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), OISC Policy and/or Institution Policy and distribute to and advise the appropriate persons, department or file.  Includes follow-up with appropriate parties when action is needed.

You will respond to subpoenas, court orders and written and telephonic requests for public records/information.  Includes need to evaluate and review requests for offender information and research applicable rules to determine whether records are exempt from disclosure in accordance with applicable laws, rules and/or regulations. Independent judgment is required to analyze and apply precedents and instructions received from department legal counsel. 

You will create necessary institution documents and coordinate the Adult in Custody (AIC) movement as applicable for release, transfer, court trips and other AIC transportation. Place an ODOC hold with outside agencies prior to the AIC’s arrival in the outside jurisdiction. Ensure cross-agency notifications have been made in accordance with applicable rules.

You will work with AICs who are close to release to assist them in ordering copies of their birth certificate and social security card.

This position is represented by Association of Oregon Corrections Employees, (AOCE). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Requested Skills

• Responding to requests in writing
• Experience with the DOC400
• Reviewing records requests
• Making decisions based on department policies
• Reviewing forms for completeness and accuracy
• Working independently to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage a caseload
• Interpreting and applying laws, rules and policies when making decisions

Preferred Skills

• Possess Public Notary Certification
• Possess a Law Enforcement Database System (LEDS) Certification

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting in a correctional facility and includes extended sitting time at a computer terminal, involvement in telephone conversations, research in manuals, writing various documents, climbing ladders, bending, stooping and stretching to reach/obtain/ maintain AIC files. Incumbent is responsible for the operation of security alarms, tools, and key control. Work may be done with other units within the institution inside the secure perimeter. The worker must be able to move full boxes that may weigh 30 lbs. Boxes weighing greater than 30lbs will require assistance in carrying.

This position is subject to response during working  hours to emergencies within the department and is subject to assignment to other areas of the department.  Contact with AICs is likely and the possibility of exposure to material of a graphic nature and to dangerous situations (e.g. verbal or physical assault) does exist. The AICs have the potential for becoming angry, hostile, abusive, and aggressive, increasing the risk for employees of physical injury, death, and/or being taken hostage.

This position is located onsite at Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem, OR.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process – What to Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Stephanie Johnston, [email protected]

Reference Number: 209387

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• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
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