Director, Oregon Criminal Justice Commission – CJC

Oregon Department of Human Services

Director of Oregon Criminal Justice Commission overseeing criminal justice policies and initiatives. Supervising programs and managing state and federal funds towards public safety and equity.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $10,741 - $16,616 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise all programs, program staff, and the achievement of the objectives set by the Governor and Legislature
Oversee the preparation, development, and monitoring of the agency’s biennial budget, as well as the application and reporting process for federal grants
Work with and support the Commission to advance the mission of the agency
Oversee activities including administering Oregon felony guidelines, analyzing criminal justice data, and developing fiscal and racial/ethnic impact estimate of crime-related legislation
Work towards transformative change in Oregon’s criminal justice system while addressing inequities and disparities
Direct the administration of federal and state funds of about $150 million to support public safety, criminal justice, and juvenile justice programs and initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or other related field
Six (6) years of increasingly responsible management-level experience that supports the duties, knowledge, skills and abilities for the position
Any combination of education and professional experience equivalent to eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position
Preference may be given to candidates with a Juris Doctor (JD)
Knowledge of the overall mission, functions, and organization of the agency, including program operations, processes, goals, and objectives
Experience and demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion while maintaining a positive, respectful, and culturally competent workplace
Experience building relationships with internal and external public safety and community partners
Experience creating, developing, communicating, and managing department or organizational budgets
Preferable governmental budgeting experience
Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures
Background or experience in criminal justice, juvenile justice, or public safety
Ability to communicate complex criminal justice policy and research findings to decision makers and diverse public safety partners
Skill in communicating effectively in writing and verbally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent medical, vision and dental coverage
Paid holidays off
Personal business leave
Paid and accrued vacation and sick leave
Basic life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Deferred compensation savings program
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses
Cost of Living Adjustments
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range)
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget preparationbudget developmentbudget monitoringgrant applicationgrant reportingdata analysisimpact estimationlegislation implementationpolicy analysisprogram administration

Soft Skills

leadershiprelationship buildingcommunicationdiversity and inclusioncultural competenceorganizational managementteam supervisionstrategic planningproblem-solvingcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeJuris Doctor (JD)