Office Specialist 2 – Claims Data Entry Specialist

Oregon Department of Human Services

Office Specialist supporting the Appeals & Special Advocacy Division by performing claims processing and data entry functions for the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $3,515 - $4,738 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Appeals and Special Advocacy Division, and County and Tribal Veteran Service Offices, by performing claims processing, data entry, and quality assurance functions.
Monitor multiple electronic databases.
Fulfill file research requests.
Transmit all required casework to the USDVA.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years of general clerical experience including keyboarding, word processing, or experience generating documents; OR an associate degree in any field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated professional, thoughtful, and effective communication and customer service skills
Proven ability to accurately process high-volume, detail-oriented work while meeting strict deadlines
Proficient in keyboarding, data entry, and maintaining accurate records
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams)
Experience using VetraSpec, VBMS, or similar case management systems.
Successful completion of a fingerprint based criminal history background check through Oregon (LEDS) and National (NCIC) law enforcement data systems.
A valid Oregon or Washington State driver’s license is required; must also undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members
Paid sick leave
Vacation leave
Personal leave
11 paid holidays a year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Potential loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

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Hard Skills & Tools

data entryclaims processingquality assurancekeyboard proficiencydocument generationrecord maintenancehigh-volume processingdetail-oriented workMicrosoft Office Suitecase management systems

Soft Skills

communication skillscustomer service skillsattention to detailtime managementorganizational skills

Certifications

valid Oregon driver’s licensevalid Washington State driver’s licensefingerprint based criminal history background check