Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range: $198,371.11 - $317,394.06 Annual
Department: County Chair
Job Type: Regular Non-Represented
Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled if No Date Specified
The Opportunity:
Multnomah County is looking for a seasoned, dynamic leader who has a passion for progressive public policy and a deep commitment to public service and community to serve as our Chief Operating Officer (COO). The COO leads a diverse workforce of more than 5,600 FTE serving 800,000 residents. The COO is the operational leader of the organization, providing strategic leadership to advance the mission of Oregon’s largest safety-net provider.
Under the direction of the Chair and in consultation with the Board of County Commissioners, the COO is responsible for directing and coordinating county operations in keeping with Multnomah County’s values of accountability; social and environmental justice; inclusively leading with race; equity and inclusion; and safety and well-being. The COO guides and supports the County’s senior leaders to ensure the effective administration, financial management, and operational consistency of the County.
The Multnomah County COO is held to a high standard for employee and community relations and is responsible for ensuring an organization-wide commitment to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. The COO collaborates with internal and external partners and stakeholders to advance equity, diversity and inclusion as a shared value throughout the organization.
The COO plays a significant role in advancing racial equity in Multnomah County. Multnomah County has adopted a comprehensive Workforce Equity Strategic Plan. Implementing this plan is a big part of Multnomah County’s internal work. The stronger and more equitable the organization becomes, the better the County is able to serve its increasingly diverse community.
The ideal candidate must be skilled at guiding a talented and highly dedicated staff who are passionate about the impact they make on the quality of life in the County and advance Multnomah County’s core mission as well as its vision for the County. The new COO must be effective in building strong relationships and trust. The COO will be a strategic big-picture thinker, who is skilled at creating systems to make organizations operate effectively and developing and implementing strategies based on data-driven decisions and actionable metrics.
Desired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience with responsibility for a sizable staff represented by labor, policy development, facilitation, strategic planning, budgeting, human resource management, collaborative culture building and operational planning. At least five years of experience working with elected officials. Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties and responsibilities.
Application Process:
If you wish to be considered, please submit your application materials at karrasconsulting.net by November 18, 2024.
If you have questions regarding this announcement, please call Marissa Karras at 360-956-1336. This position will remain open until filled but the screening process will move quickly.
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.
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.
Questions?
Recruiter: Jenny O'Meara
Email:
Phone: 360-956-1336
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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