Program Director
Oregon Youth Authority | |
retirement plan | |
United States, Oregon, Woodburn | |
Jan 11, 2025 | |
Initial Posting Date: 01/08/2025Application Deadline: 01/29/2025Agency: Oregon Youth AuthoritySalary Range: $6,667 - $10,311Position Type: EmployeePosition Title: Program DirectorJob Description: OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY YOUTH FACILITY MANAGER 1 - PROGRAM DIRECTOR Woodburn, Oregon - MACLAREN YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITYJoin the Oregon Youth Authority as the Program Director at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility, where your leadership will shape the future of young individuals. This critical role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication and time-management skills to oversee operations, direct programs, and lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative rehabilitation services. As a leader, you will foster a culture of growth by developing future leaders within the organization and ensuring high-impact programs that promote safety, accountability, and personal development for youth in custody. If you are passionate about driving organizational success and transforming lives, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of this mission-driven team. Additional Information:
Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our OYA Career Chat Sessions on Wednesday, January 22 between 11am-11:30am PST. We can assist you with all your application questions and agency questions! Click Here to Register for OYA Career Chats! Tentative Interview Schedule:
ABOUT OYA At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page.To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you! People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply! For more information please visitwww.oregon.gov/oya. What's in it for You? Discover moreabout working in Oregon state government byclicking here. What You Need to Qualify:
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA: In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below to determine whom to interview. Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.
How to apply:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law." The more diverse we are, the better our work will be. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at 971-345-1236. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1. Pre-employment Checks: In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position. In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards. All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse. Visa Sponsorship: We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYAuses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States. Have Questions?: For questions about the job announcement, email the OYA recruitment team at OYAjobs@oya.oregon.gov |