Initial Posting Date:

06/30/2025

Application Deadline:

07/14/2025

Agency:

Oregon Criminal Justice Commission

Salary Range:

$5,320- $8,143

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Grant Liaison, Program Analyst 2, Multiple Positions! (Salem/Hybrid)

Job Description:

Grant Liaison, Program Analyst 2, Multiple Positions! (Salem/Hybrid)

McGilchrist House

Criminal Justice Commission

Are you interested in helping improve the legitimacy, effectiveness and efficiency of state and local criminal justice systems?

We’re excited to announce multiple opportunities for experienced Program Analysts to join our team and help coordinate the distribution and evaluation of statewide grants that play a critical role in advancing public safety outcomes in Oregon!

These hybrid positions work at home and in the office. Typically, a Grant Liaison can expect to spend 1-2 days in the office each week.

About the Job – Your Role

In these important roles, you’ll help track, analyze, and explain data related to the application, distribution, and use of grant funds. You’ll work directly with program staff, grant teams, and leadership to provide data-driven insights, support grantmaking activities, and maintain compliance with funding guidelines.

As a Program Analyst 2, you’ll be responsible for tracking and monitoring financial and programmatic data, analyzing trends and outcomes, and preparing clear, accessible reports and recommendations for internal and external audiences. These positions also play a vital role in coordinating operational processes, managing timelines, and supporting grant teams in the efficient, effective administration of grant programs.

This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy working with data, collaborating across teams, and contributing to projects that make a tangible impact in our community. If you’re someone with strong analytical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a passion for public service — we’d love to hear from you!

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two (2) years experience coordinating or administering a program

OR

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five (5) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

Requested Skills

• Experience tracking and analyzing financial and program data
• Strong skills in interpreting and presenting data-driven findings
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities
• The ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• A commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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• As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Working Conditions

This position works in a typical office environment, both at home and in a state office, with occasional lifting of office supplies and equipment. The majority of the workday is spent at a computer.

Workload can be demanding, requiring priority management. Significant weekend and evening work may be necessary, especially for project deadlines.

Intra and interstate travel may be required on occasion in all types of weather.

About the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission (CJC)

The mission of the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) is to improve the legitimacy, efficiency, and effectiveness of Oregon’s state and local criminal justice systems by providing a centralized and impartial forum for statewide policy development and planning. The CJC supports this mission through a diverse range of activities including research, data analysis, grant administration, and collaborative policy leadership. This creates a unique atmosphere of 35 professionals working to advance a future in Oregon where every aspect of the criminal justice system is equitable, efficient, and worthy of confidence.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process – What to Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of professionals who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Criminal Justice Commission core values. The agency strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Stephanie Johnston, Stephanie.M.Johnston@doc.oregon.gov

Reference Number: 182895

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• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.
• CJC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.

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