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Initial Posting Date:

07/08/2026

Application Deadline:

07/20/2026

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$7,537 - $11,098

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Strategic Initiatives Business Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 4)

Job Description:

Join the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and help us fulfill our mission to protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located at our headquarters in Salem, Oregon.

Welcome Statement

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) cares for Oregon's fish and wildlife and habitat on behalf of everyone. Whether we are improving habitats for fish in coastal rivers, restoring bighorn sheep to their historic range in northeast Oregon or protecting wetlands for migratory birds, our work makes it possible for Oregonians and visitors to enjoy the bountiful natural fish and wildlife resources of this state.

Discover Your Career-and Adventure-in Oregon
Oregon is more than a workplace; it's a way of life. Here, you'll find world-class vineyards, craft breweries, and vibrant communities that celebrate diversity and connectedness through music, museums, and local events.

Love the outdoors? Oregon offers endless opportunities for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. You can fish 365 days a year and enjoy hunting for big game, waterfowl, and game birds. The stunning Oregon Coast draws thousands for clamming, crabbing, and ocean fishing for halibut, salmon, and tuna-plus unforgettable sightings of whales, sea lions, and other marine wildlife.

Join us and experience a state where your career thrives alongside adventure, culture, and natural beauty. Oregon isn't just where you work-it's where you live your best life.

To learn more about our beautiful state, the department, and the work we do, check out this video at https://youtu.be/8CjDPiPMGAk.

Your New Role

As the Strategic Initiative Business Analyst (OPA4), you will join the Director's Office at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) in a highlevel strategic, analytical, and coordination role. It blends enterprise project oversight, organizational performance management, complex process problemsolving, and governmenttogovernment tribal relations. The work directly influences agency effectiveness, public perception, internal operations, and crossagency coordination. You will support the planning, monitoring, and delivery of large, complex, cross-agency initiatives; help teams stay aligned on goals and outcomes; identify risks and barriers; and bring forward solutions that strengthen ODFW's operational effectiveness. This role requires exceptional soft skills-strong communication, relationship building, emotional intelligence, and a nondirective, supportive approach to helping teams do their best work. You will also track and organize governmenttogovernment tribal relations for ODFW, ensuring consultation, communication, and partnership are carried out responsibly and lawfully. This is your opportunity to make a statewide impact.

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

What's in it for you

No matter what your career aspirations are, a career at our department provides for personal growth, advancement and the opportunity to serve as part of a team of dedicated and passionate natural resource professionals and administrative staff.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a competitive benefits package including retirement and medical benefits, paid vacation days, employee assistance programs, and deferred compensation plans.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Eight years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.

OR

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Natural Resource Area, or a related field and five years experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.
  OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience coordinating large, complex, highvisibility projects across multiple divisions or agencies.

• Experience analyzing business needs, redesigning processes, and developing datainformed improvement recommendations.

• Demonstrated skill in working collaboratively with diverse groups and maintaining strong professional relationships.

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information clearly for different audiences.

• Experience guiding organizational change, supporting adoption of new systems or processes, and facilitating cross-functional alignment.

• Ability to work in a supportive, non-directive manner-helping teams stay organized, focused, and aligned with expectations.

• Skill in evaluating system-level problems, identifying root causes, and recommending practical solutions.

• Experience working with or for tribal governments.

Please note that this position requires both a cover letter and a current resume/CV to be attached to your application. For additional details regarding this request, please view the "How to Apply" section below.

How to Apply

Applications that include a resume and cover letter will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of information, and professional communication.

Be sure to:

Attach your Resume - Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.

Include a cover letter addressing the following supplemental questions - Answer the supplemental questions completely and accurately.

Supplemental Questions:

Describe a situation in which you led or supported an organization in adopting a new process, workflow, or system. What was your role in guiding staff through the change, and how did you navigate competing needs or sensitivities across teams or partners? Please explain any barriers or resistance you encountered, how you addressed them, and what outcomes were achieved.

Other Instructions and Tips for Applying

• Use the "My Experience" section in your Workday candidate profile to provide a detailed overview of your work history, experience, and skills, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the desired attributes listed above. What You Need to Know to Get the Job

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Click here to learn more aboutEqual Pay Analysis.

• External Applicants: Click on the "Apply" link and submit your application. View this video or this knowledge article for assistance.

• Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.

• Veterans: We value the dedication of Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers! Take advantage of Veterans' Preference by submitting the required documentation at time of application. The requirements can be found on the Veterans' Resources page under "Qualifying for Veterans' Preference."

• After applying, log in to your Workday account (application site) to see if you have any pending tasks or actions that need to be completed before the announcement closes. Save a copy of this job announcement for your reference.

Additional Information

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

• Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.

• 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.

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.

• If you are hired, you will become part of the State's management service. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

• Finalistsare subject to both acriminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for this position. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

• For questions about this position, contact Luke Curtis, Recruitment Consultant: Email: luke.v.curtis@odfw.oregon.gov; Phone: 503-947-6061

• For questions on application process, ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051

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