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Initial Posting Date: 08/17/2026 Application Deadline: 08/31/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $9,604 - $14,856 Position Type: Employee

Job Description: Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Director of Organizational Strategy and Development (Health Policy and Program Administrator 1)

Do you have the passion to lead innovative, mission‑driven teams transforming Oregon State Hospital—and help shape safer, stronger community health outcomes for Oregonians? The Oregon State Hospital is currently seeking a Director of Organizational Strategy and Development. The Director of Organizational Strategy and Development leads the transformation of Oregon State Hospital into a purpose-driven forensic psychiatric institution, translating executive vision into actionable initiatives that improve safety, treatment quality, workforce readiness, and compliance. The role oversees public policy development, major projects, hospital operations governance, and executive reporting while guiding teams that execute these efforts across the organization. The director evaluates the impact of priority initiatives on achieving strategic goals, directs key public policy and organization-wide changes, advises leadership on strategy and risk, and ensures hospital priorities are clearly defined, aligned, and delivered from initiation through completion. Step into a role where your leadership can shape the future of forensic psychiatric care in Oregon. As the Director of Organizational Strategy and Development, you will guide the transformation of Oregon State Hospital into a purpose-driven institution where safe, evidence-based care and meaningful outcomes take center stage. This is your opportunity to turn visionary ideas into lasting change—strengthening patient care, empowering teams, and advancing a mission that protects both the public and those we serve. If you’re inspired by bold challenges and the chance to build something better, we’d be excited to see you lead this work. For a full review of the position description, please click here.

• Five years of management experience.
• Two years of management experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

• Five years of management experience in a health care setting.
• Ability to quickly assess the current state and design clear, actionable strategies that drive meaningful future-state transformation.
• Strong change management skills with the ability to lead people, processes, and systems through complex organizational transformation while maintaining clarity, stability, and forward momentum.
• Ability to stay focused on long-range goals while adapting quickly to changing priorities and organizational needs.
• Healthcare operational experience with strong process improvement skills to optimize systems and outcomes.
• Able to mentor others and develop leadership skills while effectively guiding the team.
• Ability to clearly communicate with clinicians at all levels, building trust, alignment, and understanding from frontline staff to senior medical leadership.
• Working knowledge of effective care handoffs to ensure continuity, safety, and clear communication across clinical teams.
• Strong understanding of healthcare policy and regulatory requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively to organizational operations and decision-making.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

This announcement is for one (1), full-time, permanent, management service (MMS), Health Policy and Program Administrator 1 position based in Salem, Oregon. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position. We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”