Initial Posting Date:
11/26/2025Application Deadline:
12/17/2025Agency:
Department of JusticeSalary Range:
$8,108 - $12,544Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge (ASAC)Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Justice Criminal Justice Division is seeking an experienced law enforcement leader to serve as Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge (Law Enforcement Manager 2 or ASAC). This is a sworn, permanent, full-time, management service position, with full police powers.
The primary purpose of this position is to lead/oversee/manage the operations of the Organized Crime Section, the District Attorney Assistance Section, the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, and the Cooperative Disability Investigation Unit (CDIU). Oversight duties are divided between the three ASAC positions, and include program, personnel, case and grant management. This position has direct oversight of both special agents, analysts, and civilians.
The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. The Oregon Department of Justice is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (in part)
Oversee all types of investigations (including sex crimes, public corruption, aggravated murder, election law violations, organized crime, bias crimes, and environmental crimes); provide guidance on the course of the investigation; create systems to ensure all cases are worked in a thorough, timely and professional manner; and advise the Special Agent-in-Charge on the status of ongoing investigations.
Directly manage or provide back-up management to the Organized Crime Section, District Attorney Assist Section, ICAC Task Force, CDIU. Elder Crimes Unit, Bias Crimes Unit and Organized Crime Unit. This includes managing budgets and preparing monthly/quarterly reports.
Participate in task force and information-sharing meetings; participate in and provide training to law enforcement and prosecutors; provide support to Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies as well as the 36 District Attorneys and their Deputy District Attorneys.
Supervise both sworn and non-sworn staff, to include hiring, assigning and reviewing work, discipline, and responding to grievances.
Participate in the management team and help develop and implement Division policy.
If hired, certain knowledge and skills will be assessed during the trial service period.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Permanent, full-time employment in beautiful Salem, Oregon.
Job satisfaction as part of a team whose mission is to serve Oregon's public and government agencies.
Part of our management services team with endless peer support.
Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and special days off.
An agency committed to equal opportunity and workforce diversity.
For more information about our benefits, you can learn here.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related to criminal investigations; OR three years of criminal investigative experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Work experience is based on a 40-hour work week. (Example: 20 hours a week for one year would equal six-months of work experience.)
NOTE: Supervisory responsibilities include assigning and reviewing work of other investigators, scheduling and adjusting case assignments, evaluating employee performance, disciplining and/or rewarding staff members, interviewing and hiring employees, training and orienting new investigators, and resolving personnel problems, complaints, or grievances.
Must be a certified law enforcement officer through the Oregon Department of Public Safety and Standards, or if you are an out-of-state law enforcement officer, must meet the Oregon Department of Public of Safety and Standards requirements for Law Enforcement Hire-Out of State Laterals.
Must possess an Advanced Certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), or be able to obtain it within 3 months of hire, or the equivalent from an out-of-state law enforcement Standards and Training Agency
Must obtain a Supervisory Certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training within 6 months of hire, or the equivalent from an out-of-state law enforcement Standards and Training Agency.
Must be able to work under the conditions described in the Working Conditions portion of the attached position description with or without reasonable accommodations.
Demonstrated experience and ability to perform the assigned duties.
Be able to pass an in-depth criminal and employment background investigation.
Possess or be able to pass federal confidential security clearance upon hire, if required
Willingness to work on all case types handled by the Division.
Pass a DPSST required psychological examination.
DESIRED AND REQUESTED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Experience supervising both sworn and non-sworn staff in a law enforcement environment.
Experience conducting law enforcement investigations and able to manage and direct the investigations of others.
Skilled in managing multiple priorities with ever changing deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to develop and write policy.
Able to remain calm and composed while directing personnel in the midst of evolving critical incidents.
Budget experience as applicable to grants and equipment.
Proficient writing skills.
Work experience encompassing an understanding of Labor Contracts.
Experience developing effective work relationships with law enforcement peers and partners.
Able to provide training, formal briefings, and program presentations to division staff and law enforcement partners.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.
Click "Apply" and complete the online application and all supplemental questions.
Attach your resume.
Attach your cover letter identifying your attributes that meet desired and requested skills.
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CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS
The role of the Oregon Department of Justice is to provide justice and uphold the rule of law. Employees of the Department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the Department.
THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,600 employees in ten divisions, including nearly 400 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.
The Attorney General and our ten divisions are dedicated to:
Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;
Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;
Fighting crime and helping crime victims;
Advocating for vulnerable children;
Supporting families through the collection of child support;
Enforcing environmental protections;
Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;
Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.
Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St NE
Salem OR, 97301
DOJ.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov
Phone: (503) 947-4328
Fax: (503) 373-0367