Criminal Justice Policy Advisor

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Lead strategic initiatives and activities established in ORS 137.656 and 137.667 .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7,537 - $11,098 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of Criminal Justice Policy Administration, including Oregon Sentencing Guidelines and legislative processes. Capable of leading strategic initiatives, coordinating rulemaking, and advising on compliance within the criminal justice system.

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Criminal Justice Policy AdministrationOregon Sentencing GuidelinesLegislative AnalysisPublic AdministrationStrong Public Relations Skills

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Hard Skills

Evaluative WorkAnalytical WorkPlanning WorkKnowledge of Criminal LawKnowledge of Administrative LawRulemakingStatutory FrameworksRegulatory FrameworksCompliance OutcomesFacilitating Meetings

Soft Skills

Excellent Listening SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) DegreeValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Oregon Legislative ProcessPublic Meeting LawsCriminal Justice SystemsStatutory ResponsibilitiesHybrid Work Schedule

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic initiatives and activities established in ORS 137.656 and 137.667
Develop and maintain statewide criminal justice policies
Administer the Oregon Sentencing Guidelines
Coordinate agency rulemaking related to criminal justice
Serve as the agency's lead expert on sentencing and criminal justice policy
Direct statewide policy development and legislative analysis
Advise the Executive Director on strategic initiatives
Help ensure the agency fulfills its statutory responsibilities and adapts to changes in Oregon's criminal justice system
Work in the office 2–3 days per week under the hybrid schedule
Travel occasionally and work additional in-office days based on program needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills, and five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work in Criminal Justice policy administration
OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work experience in Criminal Justice policy administration
Professional-level knowledge of criminal law, sentencing policy, and criminal justice systems
Professional-level knowledge of administrative law, public meeting laws, and rulemaking
Experience and knowledge of Oregon legislative process, public administration, and applying statutory and regulatory frameworks to executive branch, public-facing agency operations and compliance outcomes
Strong public relations skills
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Experience facilitating meetings and collaborating with groups of opposing views
Juris Doctor (JD) Degree preferred
Required cover letter and resume
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Valid driver's license issued by the state where the employee resides
Must pass a computerized criminal history check
Must pass a CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family
Term life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Deferred compensation savings plans
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
Optional life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
11 holidays
3 personal business days
Monthly sick leave
Vacation leave that increases with years of service
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Get There carpool matching tool and trip planner
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Hybrid work schedule
Natural light and a park outside your office door
Candidate preference for eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers