Deputy Director of Operations (Business Operations Administrator 2)

Initial Posting Date:
10/16/2026
Application Deadline:
11/03/2026
Agency:
Department of Early Learning and Care
Salary Range:
$10,569 - $16,363
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Deputy Director of Operations (Business Operations Administrator 2)
Job Description:
Join the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) as our next Deputy Director of Operations (Business Operations Administrator 2) and help lead the systems, people, and strategies that make a difference for children and families across Oregon. As a key member of our executive leadership team, you will turn strategic vision into action by strengthening the systems, teams, and operations that make our mission possible. Your leadership will help ensure that children, families, and early learning and care professionals across Oregon have access to coordinated, culturally responsive, and family-centered services that support their ability to thrive.
This position will work a hybrid schedule of working both in the office (Salem) and at an alternate location (home). In office work and/or travel is anticipated on at least a quarterly basis, with more frequent travel occurring during legislative sessions.
Do you have questions about this position or the application process? Join us for a virtual Informational Session on Wednesday, October 28th, from 12:00PM – 12:30PM (PDT). Speak directly with our Agency Director, learn more about the position, and get your questions answered! You are welcome to join the informational session at any time, but we highly recommend joining us right at 12PM. This will help ensure our Director can share all the key details just once and leave plenty of time to answer everyone's questions. We look forward to connecting with you! Save the link below to use on the day of the session and feel free to share it with others who may be interested. [Use this link to attend the meeting on the 28th]
About the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC):
At DELC, we are dedicated to helping Oregon’s young children and families learn and thrive. As the state agency responsible for early learning programs, child care licensing, and family support services, we play a crucial role in shaping the future of Oregon’s children from birth to kindergarten.
We administer state-funded early learning programs, including home visiting and site-based infant, toddler, and preschool services. We also develop coordinated systems through Early Learning Hubs and collaborate with Child Care Resource and Referral organizations to provide training, coaching, and quality improvement opportunities for early learning providers.
With over 242,000 young children in Oregon, we have a unique opportunity to transform early childhood support systems, creating a brighter future for families across the state. Research shows that investing in early childhood has lifelong benefits, and now is your chance to be part of an agency making a lasting impact for generations to come.
Why Join Our Team? We are passionate about equity in early childhood education. At DELC, we value dedication, integrity, and collective wisdom, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace where all employees can thrive. We challenge ourselves to lead with courage, refine practices, and drive meaningful change for children and families statewide.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family, plus optional benefits like life and disability insurance, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts.
Work-Life Balance: 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 1 special day, monthly sick leave, and vacation accruals that increase every 5 years.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential federal loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments.
Inclusive Culture: A diverse, welcoming workplace committed to equity and continuous improvement. Click on the following link to learn more about what it’s like to work at DELC.
Our Commitment to Equity: Equity is at the heart of our mission. We strive to remove barriers, foster inclusiveness, and create meaningful change for underrepresented communities. Our goal is to ensure all DELC employees, child care providers and the children and families we support thrive. If you are ready to make a difference and help shape Oregon’s future, we would love to have you on our team!
What you will do: