The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is excited to announce a permanent opening for a Director of Community Systems (Policy, Planning & Development Manager 2).
Oregon is home to over 275,000 children, birth to kindergarten entry. Our state has an opportunity to change how it supports these children and their families and, in doing so, put itself on the path to an even brighter future. Overwhelming evidence tells us that investing in young children and their families has a lasting impact across their lifetime. Now is your chance to be part of an agency that will have positive impacts on current and future generations of young children and their families.
This position will work a hybrid schedule of working both remotely and in the office.
What you will do:
The purpose of this position is to lead and supervise the Community Systems Office and to develop and manage DELC’s approach to designing and implementing regionally based strategies to ensure that all Oregon families have access to high-quality early learning and care. Specifically, this position will:
- Manage the Community Systems Office and supervise staff responsible for Early Learning Hub coordination, Coordinated Enrollment, and other key functions.
- Lead the ongoing development and management of Community Systems in collaboration with partners.
- Foster cross-sector and cross-agency collaboration in support of DELC’s mission and goals.
What we are looking for (minimum qualifications):
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
In addition, we are looking for applicants that have the following Desired Attributes (requested skills):
- Experience working in community-based systems and managing system coordination.
- Commitment to equity, customer service, and community and parent engagement.
- Strong relationship building and communications expertise.
- Excellent supervisory and management skills, including demonstrated history of ensuring accountability and timeliness.
- Proven ability to successfully navigate government processes.
- Experience using data to measure program performance.
The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as bilingual/multicultural individuals, are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
The screening of candidates will be based on a review of an attached resume ( limit to two pages ). While a cover letter is not required, it is highly encouraged. If you submit a cover letter, please tailor it to the position and address your experience with the desired attributes listed above. Candidates whose backgrounds most closely match the desired attributes and experience section as outlined in this announcement will be invited to interview.
What’s in it for you?
When you join the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care, you are joining a fast-paced, creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service and building early childhood equity statewide.
- Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
- 11 paid holidays per year;
- 3 paid "Personal Business Days" per year that you may use at any time;
- 1 additional paid “Special Day” per year that you may use at any time;
- 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month;
- Progressive vacation leave accrual, with increases every 5 years;