Policy Advisor

Oregon Department of Human Services

Policy Advisor developing Oregon's PWR enforcement programs. Supporting diverse communities by enforcing labor laws and protecting workers' rights in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $5,458 - $8,352 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the PWR Unit’s enforcement and compliance activities
Develop policy recommendations, long-range plans, and operational strategies for leadership
Conduct research, audits, data analyses, and process evaluations to identify system needs
Lead development of training, resources, program guidance, and internal tools for PWR staff
Participate in legislative analysis and concept development related to PWR enforcement

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for knowledge and skills
Two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Advanced analytical abilities, including proficiency in program evaluation, data analysis, and performance measurement techniques
Demonstrated experience developing policies, procedures, workflows, and operational improvement plan within a regulatory or compliance driven environment
Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports, policy guidance, training materials, and process documentation for varied audiences
Proven experience coordinating cross functional initiatives, leading workgroups, facilitating meetings, and implementing program tools or systems
Working knowledge of labor laws, compliance program operations, administrative rule enforcement, or public sector regulatory frameworks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and personal days off
Bilingual language skills, upon passing the test, you will receive 5% bilingual differential pay
Competitive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental
Pension and retirement programs
Employee Resources
Advancement opportunities within BOLI and other State agencies
Opportunity to expand your technical and professional skills
Work with others who are passionate about public service
Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisprogram evaluationperformance measurementpolicy developmentprocedures developmentworkflow designoperational improvementauditingresearch

Soft Skills

analytical abilitiestechnical communicationcoordinationleadershipfacilitationmeeting management