The Oregon Department of Human Services is hiring a Strategic Initiatives Project Manager (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) to lead enterprise-wide strategic projects from concept to completion. You will serve as a trusted policy advisor and coordinate with diverse partners to drive accountability and achieve statewide priorities.
What You'll Do
- Lead enterprise-wide strategic projects from concept to completion, managing scope, timelines, and resources.
- Serve as a trusted policy advisor, recommending and implementing changes that improve operations across state government.
- Coordinate with diverse partners, including the Governor’s Office, Legislature, agency leaders, and community partners.
- Drive accountability initiatives by tracking progress, resolving roadblocks, and reporting results to leadership.
- Facilitate collaboration and communication, from leading listening sessions to presenting at high-level meetings.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
- Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
- Relevant experience must include strategic project management, policy development, organizational change, or enterprise-level program coordination.
Nice to Have
- Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Ability to assess organizational needs, see the big picture, define priorities, and develop actionable solutions.
- Equity and Inclusion Commitment: Experience integrating equity and inclusion principles into policies, projects, and decision-making.
- Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience planning, leading, and delivering complex, high-profile projects with multiple partners.
- Change Management Skills: Proven ability to lead organizational change initiatives, including developing strategies and creating communications.
- Communication Proficiency: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
- Collaboration and Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to work effectively across divisions and with leadership, legislators, and community partners.
- Analytical and Data Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data to inform decisions, measure outcomes, and monitor progress, including experience with automated data systems, dashboards, and tracking tools.
Team & Environment
The role is part of the Strategic Initiatives & Enterprise Accountability Division.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $7,353 - $10,827/per month Non-PERS; $7,863 - $11,578/per month PERS
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
- Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
- Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Salem, Oregon.
The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity.
