Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$85,774.23 - $131,454.21 Annual
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Non-Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 12, 2025
The Opportunity:
OVERVIEW:
Are you a motivated community justice leader with a positive attitude and experience managing cross-cultural programs?
Is it your passion to serve victims and survivors effectively and compassionately?
Are you committed to strengthening and building our communities and helping our neighbors heal?
If you answered yes to the above questions, please read on!
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) Victim and Survivor Services Unit is seeking a Community Justice Manager with experience navigating the criminal justice system, victim services program management, and community partner leadership and collaboration.
The mission of the Victim and Survivor Services Unit is to support people who have experienced harm by thoughtfully meeting their individualized needs, upholding victims’ rights, and enhancing our community’s response to victims/survivors by being a collaborative and trusted community partner that prioritizes survivor-led practices and policies. Our work is rooted and led by three core values:
Equity
Survivor led
Trauma Informed
In this role, you will you will make an impact by:
Utilizing data driven decision making to plan, organize, manage and administer notification, advocacy, restitution practices and restorative services to support victims/survivors connected to the Department of Community Justice.
Developing and implementing program and strategic planning to support DCJ survivor related policies and practices in becoming more trauma informed, equitable, and survivor led.
Oversight of related contracts and client assistance funds as well as management of Restorative Practices Program Contract.
Providing day-to-day supervision of Victim and Survivor Services Staff, Volunteers, and Interns.
Planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising and reviewing staff work, providing and/or coordinating training, and managing work performance, while motivating and encouraging staff growth and supporting staff goals and professional development.
Leading by example through promoting and valuing diversity, equity and inclusion.
Collaborating with local, state, and national practitioners to align the Department of Criminal Justice's (DCJ) survivor-focused policies and practices with established best practices.
Advising and providing expert leadership and guidance to our department, other County departments, and/or outside agencies on best practices within restorative justice and victim and survivor services administration.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a dynamic 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.
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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.
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 with major coursework in sociology, psychology, criminal justice, administration of justice, social work or equivalent years of experience in a related field.
Three (3) years of supervisor or lead experience working in community justice, probation/parole, corrections or other human services fields.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing direct services to victims, (which can be obtained as part of the supervisor or lead experience or can be obtained separately)
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.
Experience in program management and managing cross-culturally, including but not limited to: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, controlling and implementing an identified plan/concept within a diverse team and managing, leading and enhancing talents, strengths and abilities of a team.
Experience working in a union environment.
Experience in a supervisory role, specifically overseeing staff who deliver social services.
Familiarity with, and experience providing post-adjudication victim/survivor services, particularly within the State of Oregon and/or Multnomah County.
*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 required materials below in your application submission:
Online application (required): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume (required): 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 (optional): Please explain in detail why you are applying for this position and how you meet the minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications and job duties listed in this announcement.
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.
Oral assessment, evaluation of application materials, or supplemental questions to identify the most qualified candidates.
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews.
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. 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 Management
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex @ 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
Telework: This position is eligible for routine 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, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
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
Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Free annual TriMet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, 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.
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.
In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
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.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Joanne Campbell
Email:
[email protected]Phone:
+1 (971) 4012249
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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