Northern Wasco County People's Utility District

Records Administrator

Northern Wasco County People's Utility District

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: The Dalles • Oregon • United States

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Salary

💰 $71,773 - $107,660 per year

About the role

  • Partner with all departments to ensure the organization, classification, and maintenance of physical and electronic records in accordance with established retention schedules and legal requirements.
  • Oversee and support the transfer, archiving, and disposal of records securely and in compliance with regulations.
  • Ensure adherence to public sector records management standards, data protection laws, and public records request requirements.
  • Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Manage electronic document and records management systems (EDRMS), ensuring accurate metadata and indexing.
  • Support system upgrades and user training for records management tools.
  • Provide guidance on vital record locations and recovery priorities for the District’s Business Continuity Plan and related programs.
  • Assist in developing records management policies.
  • Create Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Develop and provide training and guidance to staff on proper records handling and retention practices.
  • Coordinate responses to public records requests, subpoenas, and internal inquiries in compliance with applicable laws.
  • Demonstrates cultural competency through respectful, inclusive work habits and through the valuing and welcoming of cultural differences in all position responsibilities.
  • Supports the District’s mission to serve our customers and foster a safe and positive work environment by personally exhibiting behavior that aligns with the District’s Core Values & Beliefs.
  • Must perform the duties of this position in a safe and efficient manner and follow all safety regulations and protocols.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Records Management, Library Science, Information Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in records or information management required, preferably in a public sector environment.
  • Certified Records Manager (CRM) or Information Governance Professional (IGP) preferred.
Benefits
  • Generous PTO Accruals
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 100% employer paid premium for Medical/Rx/Dental for individual and/or family coverage
  • 100% employer paid premium for vision coverage for individual and/or family coverage
  • 100% employer paid Basic Life Insurance 2X annual salary
  • 401(k) 7.5% base + 7.5% match = 15% total possible employer contribution
  • 457(b)
  • 100% employer paid Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
  • HRA VEBA employee funded
  • Wellness Incentive to HRA VEBA employer funded
  • 100% Paid Business Travel Insurance
  • Voluntary benefits
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Hard Skills & Tools
records managementelectronic document managementmetadata managementindexingauditsrisk assessmentspolicy developmentstandard operating proceduresrecords retention practicespublic records compliance
Soft Skills
cultural competencycommunicationtrainingguidancecollaborationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsattention to detailcustomer serviceadaptability
Certifications
Certified Records Manager (CRM)Information Governance Professional (IGP)