Programs and Services Coordinator, Program Analyst 1 (Salem)

Initial Posting Date:
11/10/2026
Application Deadline:
11/22/2026
Agency:
Department of Corrections
Salary Range:
$5,483 - $7,929
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Programs and Services Coordinator, Program Analyst 1 (Salem)
Job Description:
Programs and Services Coordinator, Program Analyst 1 (Salem)Headquarters-Salem, OROregon Department of Corrections
Are you passionate about improving programs, building meaningful community partnerships, and finding innovative ways to make services more effective?
The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Programs and Services Coordinator to help shape and strengthen the programs that connect our agency with the communities we serve.
About the Job – Your Role
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with leadership, evaluate existing practices, and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, accountability, and service delivery. Your work will directly support Visiting Services, Volunteer & Contractor Services, and Victim Services, helping ensure these essential programs operate effectively and continue to meet the evolving needs of the department and its stakeholders.
As the Programs and Services Coordinator, you will play a key role in reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating program operations and outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement across Visiting Services, Volunteer & Contractor Services, and Victim Services.
You will lead community engagement efforts, build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and support initiatives that strengthen partnerships between ODOC and the communities it serves. Working closely with management, you will analyze existing business practices, workflows, policies, and procedures to identify efficiencies, streamline operations, and enhance program effectiveness. You will also interpret and communicate program rules and guidelines to department staff, program participants, and the public to promote understanding and compliance.
Through research, analysis, and collaboration, you will develop and present recommendations for improvements to administrative rules, policies, forms, and operational processes that support informed decision-making, consistent service delivery, and the department's commitment to continuous improvement.
At the Oregon Department of Corrections, meaningful change happens through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement. As a Programs and Services Coordinator, you'll play an important role in strengthening the programs and services that support our staff, individuals in custody, community partners, and the public.
This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three (3) years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Requested Skills
Experience reviewing program operations, tracking outcomes, analyzing data, and identifying opportunities for program improvements.
Experience reviewing, interpreting, and applying policies, administrative rules, regulations, or program guidelines to ensure compliance and consistency.
Experience evaluating business processes, identifying operational inefficiencies, and developing or implementing recommendations to improve workflows, procedures, or service delivery.
Experience coordinating with community organizations, external partners, or internal stakeholders to support programs, initiatives, or organizational objectives.
Experience preparing written reports, developing program documentation, presenting findings, or communicating recommendations to management and stakeholders.
Application Information
In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.

Skills
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