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Sworn Community Justice Manager

Portland, OR Full time

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$91,778.29 - $137,666.25 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):

November 16, 2025


The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

  • Are you a motivated community justice leader with a positive attitude and experience managing cross­ cultural programs?

  • Do you share our vision of community safety through positive change?

  • Are you in search of a role that allows you to use your leadership skills to foster a collaborative work environment, to develop and support employees, and to contribute to organizational effectiveness and success?

  • Do you passionately believe in helping adults involved in the criminal justice system turn their lives around to create a better future?

  • Are you ready to serve as a leader and role model in a fast-paced environment by effectively managing and leading change and innovation?

If you said yes to these questions, please read on!

Multnomah County's Department of Community Justice - Adult Services Division is seeking an energetic, strategic, adaptable, compassionate and experienced leader to join our team as a Sworn Community Justice Manager.

The position of Sworn Community Justice Manager is dynamic, requiring commitment to genuine curiosity, continuous feedback, flexible and adaptive working styles, and a willingness to immediately respond to situations or emergencies 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. We encourage applicants to consider their purpose in this demanding and complex public service career opportunity, as it presents challenges, yet equally offers high rewards and satisfaction.

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Sworn Community Justice Manager Career Information Forum

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In this role, you will be planning, directing and evaluating programs and staff delivering services to adults on formal community supervision. Your exceptional interpersonal skills, knowledge and understanding of the dynamics, cycles and impact of addiction, violence, mental illness and sexual offenses will help create positive change.

Core functions as a Sworn Community Justice Manager:

  • Direct work in complex cases and high-risk situations.

  • Supervise caseloads, complete assessments and develop case plans.

  • Identify, approve, and direct arrests and impositions of sanctions based on legal standards.

  • Develop, monitor and refine systems of supervision, sanctions and services to address and mitigate client risk to the community consistent with Oregon statutes and evidence-based practices.

  • Plan and assign work and duties based on job need and staff capabilities and available resources.

  • Provide information and technical assistance as needed, including responding to difficult problems and questions raised by the public, partners, clients, or staff.

  • Select, supervise, train/mentor and evaluate staff.

  • Use reports and data gathered from employees and stakeholders to evaluate the quality of community justice services and business systems.

  • Determine the need for disciplinary action and initiate or approve disciplinary action, when warranted.

  • Investigate and respond to grievances.

  • Provide leadership by developing effective work teams, motivating and encouraging staff growth and career development, fostering positive relationships, and sharing vision and goals.

The Department of Community Justice is looking for innovative leaders 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: Possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.

About the Adult Services Division:

The Adult Services Division (ASD) promotes public safety and strives to reduce recidivism while supervising over 4,000 adults sentenced to probation or released from custody on parole. Adults on supervision are held accountable through a balance of supervision, services, and sanctions designed to develop necessary skills for success, while effectively using public resources. The Division works closely with community members and partners using research and proven methods to promote positive change in the adults we supervise.

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) provides supervision and services to justice involved youth, adults, families, and communities. Our efforts are guided by evidence-based strategies that maximize our resources and results, and by our core belief that people can change. We aim to address the underlying issues that lead to criminal behavior, and to help people successfully engage in civic life. As a nationally recognized leader in adult and juvenile community justice, DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of continual education and training. The Department works collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community to achieve our vision - community safety through positive change.

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.

The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

Every day, 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.

Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.

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 or equivalent experience, in the field of criminal justice, social services, or a related field. Note: possession of a Masters' degree in criminal justice, social services, or a related field will substitute for one (1) year of experience.

  • Three years of supervisory, lead or trainer experience working in Community Justice, Probation/Parole, Corrections or other Human Services fields.

  • Required to be a certified sworn officer or the ability to become a certified sworn officer within eighteen months of hire by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST):

  • Must have a valid driver's license.

  • Ability to travel to various offices/ buildings throughout Multnomah County in a timely manner.

  • 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.

  • Already sworn as a Parole/Probation officer in Oregon.

  • Experience working with case management models, evidenced based practices and fidelity and continuous quality improvement.

  • 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.

  • More than 3 years of supervisor or lead/trainer experience working in Community Justice, Probation/Parole, Corrections or other Human Services fields.

  • Experience overseeing budgets and contracts for programs.

*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: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

  • Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

  • Cover Letter: An uploaded cover letter that addresses why you are interested in this opportunity and provides specific examples to demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the descriptions in the “Overview” section of this job posting, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.  Please limit your cover letter to one (1) page.

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

  • A phone screen, oral exam, written exam, supplemental written questions, an application review, or any combination of these listed may be used to identify the most qualified candidates

  • Consideration of top candidates/Interviews

  • Background Investigation/Fingerprinting

  • Physical Exam and Psychological Evaluation

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. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will consider 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 position is exempt and not eligible for overtime.

Type: Non-Represented

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8a to 5p

Location: Various locations throughout Multnomah County: Adult Services Parole and Probation offices including East @ 1245 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Gresham @ 495 NE Beech Ave, Gresham, OR 97030,  or the  MEAD Building @ 421 SW 5th, Portland, OR 97204. 

Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc.

Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).

  • 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).

  • Police and Fire 25 year retirement

  • Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)

  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts

  • Access to a free annual TriMet bus pass

  • Access to wellness resources

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

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:

joanne.m.campbell@multco.us

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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