Deputy Director of the Department of Community Justice

This announcement is open until filled with a first review date of Wednesday, December 11th, 2024.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply without delay. When we have received enough applications or if we reach the point in the recruitment process where we can’t include more applicants, we will close this posting.

At The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) we continually strive to improve how we work by: moving forward with inclusion and building bridges across diversity; leveraging data-informed decision making; leading the way in community justice innovations; investing in employees; collaborating with community partners; and igniting hope in our justice involved clients.

We’re seeking a strategic leader to join our team as Deputy Director.  

We are seeking an experienced community engagement expert who can maintain and build relationships with community partners: Volunteers of America (VOA), Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC), Latino Network, CODA, American Probation and Parole Association (APPA), just to name a few.  Your ability to connect with community partners, build trust with them, and creatively collaborate with them, will be the foundation of our success in increasing the department’s scope of community engagement.

If you enjoy analytics and are committed to data-driven decision making, you can leverage the DCJ Research and Planning team outputs to inspire and lead change. Utilizing internal research data and data gathered through national partnerships you will be able to inspire and lead innovative change in the criminal justice world.

As a leader who appreciates using Organizational Development strategies to solve systemic problems, you will be able to improve the ability of the DCJ leadership team to solve problems and face challenges head on.  Your experience developing leaders and investing in staff through training will be an asset to DCJ and will generate trust amongst the teams throughout the department.  You will collaborate with the Director to develop the department and nurture identified growth areas.

With an eye toward our future, you will champion exceptional public service and support the Department Director.  You will provide senior level, department-wide leadership, policy development, strategic direction and objectives in alignment with Multnomah County Board’s priorities, county, state and community processes and priorities.  

With the Director and the Executive Management Team, you will define and shape the overarching values and priorities and determine the organization’s overall direction. Will lead the department in setting strategic priorities, prioritizing and sponsoring projects, leading and delegating authority to sub-teams, keeping true to the mission.

You will assume a top leadership role for special strategic initiatives and projects.  You will direct the daily business and administrative operations of the department by managing, coordinating operational activities, and leading the day-to-day functions of specific work units that will be assigned.  

In collaboration with the Director, you will provide high level strategic and policy direction and lead the department budget process, providing oversight and direction in the development, administration and on-going management of the DCJ budget.  You will serve on the department senior leadership team as the principal advisor in the area of operations, contracts, budget and finance and participate in a variety of countywide policy and procedure development committees as well as develop and analyze business processes to improve or innovate on service delivery.  You will represent the department to the public, key stakeholders and business partners, the Board, Chair’s Office, and the community.

If you would like to take part in this exciting opportunity -- apply today!

Come Find Your Why? (video)

The Department of Community Justice is looking for an experienced leader who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:

• Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
• Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
• Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the  vision,  mission,  and  goals  of  the organization.
• Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
• Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit.
• Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
• Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
• Personal Development: You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
• Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.

WORKFORCE EQUITY

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE

Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change 

The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.

The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.

More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj.

The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters 

Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

TO QUALIFY

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: 

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
• Three years of relevant experience working in operations and administration, with at least two years in a leadership role.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment. 

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Demonstrated success in developing strategic plans
• Proven experience leading management teams
• Two years of experience in a Senior Leadership Role.
• Experience in change management and culture change
• Experience in integrating diversity, equity and inclusion practices into work processes and practices 
• Demonstrated significant fiscal responsibility in a complex organization managing budgets, which include multiple sources of funds

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

• Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
• Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
• Cover Letter: Please explain why you are applying for this position and describe your leadership experience in a public safety setting or in a human services setting. Attach the document to the on-line application. 

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
• Video Presentation to Staff
• Final Interview
• Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.

Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Type of Position: This salaried position is not eligible for overtime

Type: Non-Represented

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

Location: Juvenile Justice Complex @ 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213

Telework (Remote): This position is eligible for Ad-hoc on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.

Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
• Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
• Access to wellness resources
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). To learn more about PSLF please visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

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. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

https://www.multco.us/dcj