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Posted August 29, 2026

Office Manager, Disability Resource Center

Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, United States 97201 Full Time
Reference: 286787182


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026
Classification Title Administrative Program Assist
Working Title Office Manager, Disability Resource Center
Department 331820 - IAS Disability Resource Center
Position Number D94363
Representation OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE 1
End date, if applicable


Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
Serving as the operational anchor for the (DRC), this position independently manages complex departmental administration, data workflows, and fiscal tracking from the central public-facing intake hub. The individual concurrently provides high-level programmatic triaging, interprets university and federal accessibility guidelines, and oversees student staff operations during designated coverage hours.

Operating with a high degree of independence, the Office Manager collaborates closely with department leadership, faculty, students, and campus partners to ensure compliance and support the DRC’s mission of fostering an accessible university environment.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
- Three years of office experience which included two years at full performance level and experience generating documents; AND

- Lead work responsibility or coordination of office procedures.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
  • Three years of progressive office environment experience, which must include at least two years at a full-performance level executing administrative document generation, data management, or fiscal tracking; AND

  • Demonstrated experience with lead-work responsibility (e.g., training, scheduling, or assigning work) or the direct coordination of complex, multi-layered office procedures.

  • An equivalent combination of postsecondary education, technical training, and professional experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

  • A demonstrated willingness to actively engage in ongoing equity, anti-racism, and inclusion initiatives within a diverse university environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Accessibility Sector Experience: Professional experience working within a higher education accessibility services office, disability resource center, or a closely related community advocacy setting.

  • Database & Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated familiarity or direct experience utilizing the Accessible Information Management (AIM) platform, Banner, or comparable complex student information databases.

  • Fiscal Operations: Experience executing departmental procurement, invoice processing, and account reconciliation workflows within an institutional or public sector environment.

  • Crisis Triage: Formal training or practical experience in trauma-informed care, crisis de-escalation, or managing high-stress student and faculty inquiries.
Key Cultural Competencies
  • Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
  • Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday through Friday, 8a.m. to 5p.m.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting salary rate for this position will be between $20.98 and $23.88 per hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU’s excellent includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities



Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please describe your experience navigating ADA/504 compliance in public higher education.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Please describe your experience navigating Banner, Canvas, Accessible Information Management (AIM), and Google Suite.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * How did you first find out about this position?
    • PSU Website
    • Indeed.com
    • HERCJobs
    • Urban League of Portland
    • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
    • Oregon Employment Department
    • Social Media
    • Person Referral
    • Career Builder
    • Glass Door
    • Other - Please describe in the next Question
  4. If you selected Other, please describe.

    (Open Ended Question)



Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional References
Optional Documents




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