Behavioral Health Division Director

Multnomah County

. Lead and inspire a division of 300+ staff across multiple behavioral health service areas, driving strategic planning, policy development, resource allocation, and operational excellence.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $128,464 - $205,543 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire a division of 300+ staff across multiple behavioral health service areas, driving strategic planning, policy development, resource allocation, and operational excellence.
Assess community needs, develop comprehensive service plans, and oversee new program initiatives from concept to implementation.
Direct services and ensure County representation on relevant state and regional committees.
Oversee contracts, performance measures, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure smooth daily functioning of division services, including budget management, staffing oversight, and response to operational challenges.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Master’s degree (or higher) in Behavioral Health, Public Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in behavioral health program leadership, including fiscal oversight, staff supervision, and policy development.
Knowledge of Oregon’s mental health laws, Medicaid system, and LMHA responsibilities preferred.
Extensive experience in operational business management, including budget development and management, contract negotiation, and human resource management.
Strong communication skills, with experience representing an organization in governmental and community settings, including working with media and presenting to governing bodies.
Experience working with Unions is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

behavioral health program leadershipfiscal oversightpolicy developmentbudget developmentcontract negotiationhuman resource managementoperational business managementcompliance with state regulationscompliance with federal regulationsperformance measures

Soft Skills

leadershipstrategic planningcommunicationstaff supervisioncommunity assessmentproblem-solvinginspirationrepresentationpresentation skillscollaboration

Certifications

Master’s degree in Behavioral HealthMaster’s degree in Public AdministrationMaster’s degree in Public Health