Oregon State Government

Initial Posting Date:

06/16/2025

Application Deadline:

07/07/2025

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$6,667 - $9,830

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Strategic Initiatives Coordinator (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Child Support is seeking motivated, analytical, and equity-minded candidates for the position of Strategic Initiatives Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 3). This role has been developed to help drive organizational transformation throughout the Oregon Child Support Program and its strategic plan. The Oregon Child Support Program, administered by the Division of Child Support, is part of the federal child support program, which is one of the top four anti-poverty programs in the nation. The mission of the Oregon Child Support Program is supporting parents to support children, and the program is an important part of Oregon’s human services system. To achieve its mission, the DOJ Division of Child Support comprises four large sections: Business Services, Technical Services, Field Services, and the Director’s Office.

As a key member in execution of the Oregon Child Support Program strategic plan, this position will work directly with the Chief Transformation Officer. The coordinator will play a pivotal role in implementing change initiatives across the program, with particular focus on project execution, data-informed decision making, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in operationalizing vision into action, and who is deeply committed to public service, organizational improvement, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If this is you, we want to hear from you!

The Strategic Initiatives Coordinator assists in defining and developing the approach for guiding individuals, teams, and the program to align with the program’s strategic plan. The Coordinator will advise and support the Executive Team in building and maintaining a healthy coalition of managers throughout the program who drive change in their part of the organization. This role will prepare managers and supervisors in understanding their role as coaches, adapt to the changes themselves, and develop change management competencies.

It is critical for this role to provide program leadership with meaningful support in developing and executing strategic initiatives across the division’s program areas. Areas of particular emphasis are strategic planning and diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position provides operational and policy support ensuring compliance, efficiency, and driving system improvements to remove systemic barriers, foster inclusiveness, and create meaningful change for parents, especially for underrepresented communities. This role leads efforts to analyze and enhance business processes, aligning them with statutes, administrative rules, technology modernization, and best practices. Key responsibilities include identifying inefficiencies, recommending improvements, supporting training initiatives, and assisting with policy and procedure development. As part of the program senior management, this position ensures the objectives and goals of the division and program are met.

You will find that we foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where diverse perspectives, knowledge, and experiences are valued and respected—both among our team and those seeking to join our organization. We strive to build an inclusive, mission-driven, and performance-oriented workplace where all individuals are welcomed and appreciated, leading to increasingly higher levels of fulfillment and success. Apply today!

We are also recruiting for the Chief Transformation Officer REQ-182271. Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to submit applications for both positions.

This position is responsible for understanding the Department of Justice’s affirmative action goals and objectives and to develop and implement plans to meet them. In addition, all managers of the Department must recognize the value of individual and cultural differences, create work environments where individuals’ differences are valued, and consistently treat staff, colleagues, customers, stakeholders, and partners with dignity and respect.

This is a Salem based position with potential for some remote work.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• 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 four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

OR

• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

AND

• Experience in organizational change management.
• Familiarity with project management principles.
• Focus on measurable impact and sustainable improvement.
• Possess effective communication skills both verbal and written and including public speaking to small groups.
• Possess strong time management skills and be able to effectively balance delivery of on-going operational services with the accomplishment of work that supports attainment of long-term goals.
• Skill in organizing work efficiently and exercising independent judgment in making appropriate decisions concerning work methods.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under deadline pressure.
• Ability to learn and work within specific business line operations, policies, and procedures affecting assigned work.
• Possess a strong customer service ethic.
• Possess strong analytical skills.
• Finalists must pass a comprehensive employment reference check and fingerprint-based criminal background check. A driver history check will be included for positions requiring state vehicle driving privileges. Adverse findings will be evaluated to determine eligibility for the position.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Permanent, full-time employment in Oregon’s capital city.
• Excellent health insurance, and very low premiums: 95-99% employer-paid medical, vision, and dental for you and your family.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, in addition to special paid time off.
• Become a valued member of the State’s management team.
• A public service-minded and mission-driven workplace where your contribution matters and is recognized.

For more information about our benefits, you can learn here.

Application Process

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

• Click “Apply” and complete the online application and all supplemental questions.
• Attach your resume.
• Attach your cover letter.
  • In your cover letter, please tell us how your training, education, and work experience have prepared you for this role.

ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or both requested documents didn’t attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job).

For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice and application assistance, click HERE.

Oregon Department of Justice

1162 Court St NE

Salem, OR 97301

doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov.

Phone: (503) 947-4328

Fax: (503) 373-0367

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