Child Welfare Supervisor 2

Initial Posting Date:

04/24/2026

Application Deadline:

05/10/2026

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$6,199 - $9,603

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Child Welfare Supervisor 2

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! We are seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Do you enjoy collaborating and helping to improve employee development and growth? Do you thrive in a role where you can mentor and support a team to uphold the values of the Department of Human Services while ensuring compliance with laws and policies? If so, we encourage you to apply!

We are seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor 2 to join our Medford Child Welfare team.  

Summary of Duties

You will serve in a leadership role working within the Child Welfare Program, and have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.  

As a Child Welfare Supervisor 2, you will:

This position supervises Child Welfare social service staff to ensure that the mission of the Department of Human Services is carried out by providing services directly to children and families in accordance with state and federal laws and good Child Welfare practice and coordinating client services with other state agencies or providers.

This includes responsibility for maintaining the cooperative working relationships with community partners and the continuous review of programs and standards which affect the quality, safety, and permanency of children's lives. Makes decisions about the level and type of services provided to client families.

The supervisor is responsible for personnel management, including interviewing, selection of new staff, staff promotions, reassignment, completing performance appraisals, responding to grievances, rewarding excellent performance, and taking disciplinary actions when required.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

1) A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services and

• two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience.

   OR

2) A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and

• completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and

• two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

   OR

3) An associate degree and

• three years of human services related experience.

• two years (of the 3 years’ experience) must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.

   OR

4) An associate degree and

• completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and

• two years lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

Leadership, Empathy & Team Development

• Experience coaching and mentoring staff to develop professional competence and confidence while holding individuals accountable to performance and ethical standards.

• Experience leading a team with empathy, emotional intelligence, and respect to cultivate a psychologically safe team culture where staff feel supported and valued.

Analytical Thinking & Decision

• Experience utilizing data and case information to guide evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement in outcomes.

Change Management and Adaptability

• Experience guiding staff through organizational or programmatic change with clear communication, consistency, and empathy.

Policy Interpretation, Compliance & Guidance

• Uses sound judgment to address ambiguities or conflicts in policy, maintaining alignment with ODHS’s mission and equity principles.

• Translates complex legal and policy language into clear, actionable guidance for staff and community partners.

Communication

• Experience writing professional reports with accuracy of information, free of errors, and communicates clearly.

Attention all candidates!

Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process.

• COVER LETTER REQUIRED.  You will not move on in the recruitment process is you do not attach a cover letter. Please address the minimum qualifications and the essentials attributes listed above.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. If you have completed a degree, please note on your application material.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.

• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel around the district is required. Occasional travel outside the district may be required for trainings or other enrichment activities.

• Employee will work a professional work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis to meet service needs.

• Travel within the state for meetings and conferences may be required.

• You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.

• The rotating on-call schedule will include evening or weekend work. This schedule is sent out in advance so employees can plan accordingly.

Background Checks and Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.

• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check. 

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.

• Cost of Living Adjustments.

• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).

• Amazing benefits package.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference:

• Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is a Management Services, Supervisory position and is not represented by a union.  

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Amy Acree If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.

• Email: amy.acree@odhs.oregon.gov