Chief of Community Justice & Public Safety

Umatilla School District; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 134,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Umatilla County in Pendleton, OR seeks a Director for the Department of Community Justice to provide leadership, vision, and accountability for adult and juvenile divisions. You will work with county and state partners to develop a coordinated system of justice and rehabilitative services.

The role requires strategic planning, budget administration, and effective staff supervision within a public administration framework.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years management/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Community Corrections and Juvenile programs.
• Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or related field, with major coursework.

Responsibilities

• Administers adult and juvenile division plans, policies and procedures; oversee goals and standards.
• Prepare budget materials; participate in legislative testimony.
• Oversee reports to courts and agencies; ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Lead and supervise Community Justice staff and cross‑department collaborations.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Supervisory experience

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or related field

Master's degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Umatilla County in Pendleton, OR seeks a Director for the Department of Community Justice to provide leadership, vision, and accountability for adult and juvenile divisions. You will work with county and state partners to develop a coordinated system of justice and rehabilitative services.

The role requires strategic planning, budget administration, and effective staff supervision within a public administration framework.