Youth Transition Specialist – Operations & Policy Analyst 2

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Provide operational oversight and coordination for the Youth Transitions program .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $5,458 - $8,352 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational oversight and compliance within the Youth Transitions program, with a strong focus on Child Welfare policies and procedures. Capable of creating accessible resources and facilitating group discussions to enhance program objectives and stakeholder engagement.

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Operational OversightChild Welfare Policy InterpretationResource CreationGroup FacilitationCustomer Service

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Hard Skills

Program CoordinationContract AdministrationAnalytical SkillsPlanning SkillsPolicy Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationEngagementLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Electronic ResourcesPresentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Youth TransitionsFoster CareComplianceFederal and State RequirementsOperational Improvements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational oversight and coordination for the Youth Transitions program
Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
Serve as the team’s rule, policy, and procedure lead
Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance systems and electronic resources
Handle complex contract administration to ensure compliance and efficiency
Provide technical consultation and training to agency staff and other stakeholders
Participate in cross-functional projects to design and implement operational improvements
Support program objectives and goals
Interpret, explain, and apply Child Welfare policies and procedures
Create accessible policy, procedure, training, presentation, flyer, guide, and email resources
Facilitate and lead group discussions, meetings, and workgroups
Provide customer service to diverse internal and external customers
Travel statewide occasionally, including overnight travel
Attend in-person work at the Salem office and local ODHS offices when required by training, business, or operational 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 capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work
OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying complex Child Welfare policies and procedures
Experience creating accessible resources such as policies, procedures, training materials, presentations, flyers, guides, and emails
Experience facilitating and leading group discussions, meetings, and workgroups
Understanding of legal and relational permanency for transition-aged youth experiencing foster care
Experience providing strong engagement and timely customer service in a demanding, fast-paced, high-volume environment
Cover letter required
Valid driver's license or other acceptable method of transportation for routine travel
Authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered
Successful criminal history and background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning
Cost of Living Adjustments
Annual salary increases until reaching the top of the listed salary range
Amazing benefits package
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Veterans’ preference
Hybrid work eligibility after completion of initial in-office training