Initial Posting Date:

03/23/2026

Application Deadline:

04/01/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$7,537 - $11,657

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Manager for Policy Design & Evaluation-Oregon State Hospital-Salem (BOM2 SR 33)

Job Description:

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.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Manager for Policy Development & Evaluation (Business Operations Manager 2 SR 33)

This position is in the supervisory chain of the Oregon State Hospital Deputy Superintendent and oversees teams responsible for the management of the hospital’s project portfolio, the design and implementation of strategic initiatives that support the hospital’s ability to achieve its long-range goals. 

The Manager for Policy Development and Evaluation leads policy design, systems analysis, and evaluation functions supporting enterprise initiatives to improve business operations and patient care delivery. This position is responsible for developing conceptual frameworks and future-state models for care delivery, and for establishing evaluation systems that measure performance, outcomes, and impact to patient care. This role is critical to improving the delivery of 24/7 care in a locked facility.  Oregon State Hospital employs approximately 3,000 staff and cares for approximately 700 patients. 

This role operates at both the conceptual and analytical level, ensuring operational change initiatives are grounded in evidence, aligned with strategic intent, and evaluated against defined performance standards for patient care delivery. The incumbent is responsible for providing leadership direction and the continuity and coordination of hospital-wide improvement initiatives. The use of Lean, Project Management, Change Management, Six Sigma, and Total Quality Management are standard methodologies of practice. Initiatives cross all functions of the organization including clinical, operational, administrative and environmental sections.

Evaluate and Design

• Evaluate current business processes and systems for efficiency and alignment with patient care and quality goals, direct the design of policy initiatives to maximize operating efficiency, implement procedures and systems to monitor the impact of new procedures against organizational targets.
• Facilitate structured problem exploration and identify opportunities to improve organizational performance by designing prototypes and piloting emerging ideas.
• Direct the administration of continuous improvement projects in a manner that connects disparate initiatives into cohesive policy frameworks to accelerate and sustain hospital performance.
• Direct teams who identify cross-functional impacts of current operations while working closely with interested parties across OSH, OHA, other state agencies and private hospitals to identify and mitigate risks.

Strategy Development and Reporting

• Develop and implement systems and processes to establish evaluation measures for internal performance in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop future state models, direct the completion of gap analyses between current and future states, and conduct and oversee quantitative and qualitative analysis of data.
• Direct the development of policy papers, interpret policy analysis and identify strategic implications for executive leadership.
• Establish performance thresholds and outcome indicators for policy initiatives based on strategic goals.
• Develop executive reports and performance dashboards to provide actionable data to executive decision makers.

Managing people

• Manage the performance, development and deployment of policy analysts responsible for policy development, project management, change management, and facilitation. 
• Manage, supervise and organize a staff of 6 and assure personnel policies and agreements are followed. 
• Participate in timely development and review of performance evaluations and provide regular feedback with objective assessment of performance in accordance with the position description.
• Monitor, coach and/or educate team members in areas of performance where improvement is needed.
• Foster a safe and healthy workplace by providing opportunities for staff to provide feedback and bring issues of concern to be addressed.
• Provide oversight of contracts and manage contract workers for training workshop services and onsite consultation services.

For a full review of the position description, please  Click here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

• Certification(s); Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, or other like professional certifications related to process improvement
• 3 or more years of experience in policy or systems design
• 5 or more years of process improvement responsibility in a production, manufacturing, or hospital environment
• 5 or more years of experience evaluating systems for the purpose of performance improvement design
• Professional experience utilizing DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) as a project lead or participant

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

Submission Requirements:

• Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter (Required) – A cover letter is not required, but if included, it will be reviewed and considered during the review and selection process.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

How to Apply:

• External Candidates:  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 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.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for 1 full-time permanent position management services position and is based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is an on-site position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• 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.

Contact Information
Recruiter: Melissa Perez
Email: [email protected]

Phone (text friendly): (503) 949-3078

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

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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.