The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits! If you are passionate about serving Adults and People with Disabilities (APD) and providing executive leadership in administering Adult Protective Services (APS) best practices to this vulnerable population, we encourage you to apply.
Summary of Duties
As the APS Administrator, you will:
- Direct and administer the APS program for APD.
- Design and administer administrative rules, policy development, and analysis for screening and investigations of abuse.
- Direct the APS Program compliance with state and federal standards regarding APD adult abuse investigations.
- Ensure the quality of the APS program and service delivery in coordination with the Local Office Operations Deputy Administrator.
Minimum Qualifications
The position requires a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving.
Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR four years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
- A commitment and experience in promoting equity, addressing bias, and creating an inclusive work environment.
- Knowledge in administering programs serving Adults and People with Disabilities and conducting adult abuse investigations, relevant statutes, and administrative rules.
- Ability to analyze complex investigations and communicate clearly with community partners and other interested parties.
- Ability to lead and motivate teams, make critical decisions, and remain calm under pressure.
- Experience developing, interpreting, and enforcing Oregon Administrative Rules, policies, and procedures.
- Experience managing and providing program oversight within a high-risk, high-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to strategically design, manage, plan, execute, and prioritize workload, resources, timelines, risks, and opportunities.
- Experience leading and managing mid-level managers or multiple work units concurrently.
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of managing public sector government programs, including managing represented employees.
- Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, including communication and collaboration with internal and external partners.
Attention all candidates! A cover letter and resume are required. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Note: This position will receive a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 6.55%, which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The increase is effective January 1, 2025, for February 1, 2025, paychecks.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application, or job-specific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Crystal Marion. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
Email: CRYSTAL.R.MARION@odhs.oregon.gov
Phone (call or text): 503-752-0398
Visit our employment opportunities website for more information: REQ-171963 APS Administrator Apply Here