Initial Posting Date:
04/27/2026Application Deadline:
05/07/2026Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$5,907 - $9,143Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Human Services Supervisor 2Job 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! Are you a visionary leader who excels in fostering equity and inclusion? Are you ready to embark on a journey of professional growth leading teams, orchestrating strategic operations, and serving our community members in need? If so, we invite you to apply to join our team as a Supervisor!
This position is primarily located at our Cottage Grove office, with regular travel to our Florence office.
Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual in Spanish and English. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.
Summary of Duties
Oregon Eligibility Partnership (OEP) provides direction and resources to everyone working to determine eligibility for Oregonians applying for and receiving medical, food, cash and childcare benefits through the ONE eligibility system. Learn more here.
As a Human Services Supervisor 2 you will:
Provide leadership and support for diversified eligibility and support staff in Cottage Grove and Florence offices by supervising, hiring, engaging, empowering, aiding in professional development, coaching, supporting, promoting, monitoring performance and providing direction.
Manage staff performance by establishing directions, goals and priorities for assigned team members in collaboration with OEP Central Operations, OEP Workflow Coordination and OEP leadership.
Collaborate with other local supervisors and managers from agencies such as Child Welfare, Self Sufficiency, and County AAA partners.
Monitor and analyze local office effectiveness in policy implementation and application. Analyze, evaluate, and monitor operational effectiveness through reports gathered by reviews, routine monitoring and quality control data.
Perform administrative functions to carry out objectives and goals of the department and implement the department's vision, leveraging local community resources and department staff and programs.
Anticipate agency needs and direction. Articulate that vision with staff and the community to provide an environment for effective changes to occur. Facilitate changes in services, programs, community partnerships and use of department resources.
Actively model our Equity North Star goals and the ODHS Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Service Equity, Innovation and Professionalism. Ensure staff have a clear understanding of these goals and values; hold self and staff accountable for instilling these values into everyday actions and behaviors.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
One (1) year of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experience creating trauma informed, inclusive and equitable spaces that foster environments rooted in anti-racism, compassion, and belonging.
Experience increasing employee engagement by organizing people to reach a goal, delegating effectively, and mentoring to achieve success.
Experience making decisions based on a mixture of data analysis, knowledge, and judgement in a timely manner.
Experience conveying complex or detailed information clearly and accurately to diverse audiences in a fast-paced work environment.
Experience fostering a learning culture, taking ownership of decisions and outcomes that demonstrate humility, coachability, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.
Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required (2 page limit). Clearly describe how you meet the essential attributes listed above in your cover letter.
Your resume (optional) and cover letter (required) may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
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 hiring process and will be used to determine your starting salary range if you are selected as a final candidate.
Please include detailed work history that includes the month/year start date and month/year end date for each role/job. If applicable for college degrees, please clearly indicate if a degree has been completed when providing educational history (graduation dates are not required).
If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is used to qualify you for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application 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
The work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. primarily at our Cottage Grove office with regular travel to our Florence office.
Non-conventional work hours are expected in addition to professional work week hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
Regular local travel, as well as occasional travel outside the local area requiring overnight stays.
Works in an integrated environment where diverse programs, partners and staff create the work team.
Frequent contact with the public, including contact with community members experiencing emotional and financial stress.
Serve a diverse range of internal and external customers with compassion and professionalism through a trauma informed lens.
General office conditions include high stress environment due to a high-volume workload with short time frames.
Priorities and procedures may change daily and require the ability to be flexible in application of procedures.
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.
Requires a valid driver's license or other acceptable method of transportation for routine travel.
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 Service, 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 Alissa Walker. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
Email: ALISSA.WALKER@odhs.oregon.gov
Phone (call or text): 503-519-1807