Child Protective Services Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 69,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Employee Resource Groups

Benefits package

Job summary

The State of Oregon is hiring a Child Protective Services Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2) with the Oregon Department of Human Services. This critical role requires leadership in the Child Welfare Program, ensuring quality service for vulnerable children and families.

You will oversee staff, provide training, maintain community relationships, and handle essential personnel actions. This position demands a strong educational background in human services and a commitment to equity and

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Experience in lead work or supervision in human services.
• Ability to implement Child Welfare policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff serving children and families.
• Provide training and guidance to ensure quality services.
• Maintain relationships with community partners and families.
• Lead personnel actions including hiring and performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Community engagement

Decision making

Data analysis

Communication

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Associate degree

Job description

Position Title

Child Protective Services Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

Initial Posting Date

09/24/2026

Application Deadline

10/08/2026

Agency

Department of Human Services

Salary Range

$6,199 - $9,603

Position Type

Employee

Position Title

Child Protective Services Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

Job Description

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. We are seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor 2 to join The Dalles Child Welfare office.

Summary Of Duties

You will serve in a leadership role working within the Child Welfare Program, and have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon's most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.

As a Child Welfare Supervisor 2, You Will

• Oversee staff members who directly serve children and families, ensuring that our mission is carried out with excellence.
• Play a crucial role in providing training, guidance, and support to ensure that our programs meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and permanency for children.
• Be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with community partners, children, and families, while also making critical decisions about the services provided to our clients.
• Lead personnel actions such as hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions, while also providing ongoing coaching and support to your team.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services and
• two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and
• completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and
• two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

OR

• An associate degree and
• three years of human services related experience.
• two years (of the 3 years' experience) must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.

OR

• An associate degree and
• completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and
• two years lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Essential Attributes

• Identifying and implementing Child Welfare policy, procedures and processes including the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community partners and individuals, with a commitment to anti-racism work and equitable practices.
• Applying a trauma-informed approach to decision-making, problem-solving, and providing recommendations related to child safety and placement.
• Managing high-pressure, fast-paced work environments while maintaining composure and providing reassurance to staff.
• Data analysis to inform practice improvements.
• Adapting communication styles for diverse audiences and conveying information clearly and precisely in both verbal and written forms.
• Being dedicated to the professional growth and development of others, including providing feedback, coaching, and clear explanations of decisions.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel around the district is required. Occasional travel outside the district may be required for trainings or other enrichment activities.
• Employee will work a professional work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis to meet service needs.
• Travel within the state for meetings and conferences may be required.
• You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.
• Employee will be on a rotating on-call schedule. The rotating on-call schedule will include evening or weekend work. This schedule is sent out in advance so employees can plan accordingly.

Background Checks And Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans' And Oregon National Guard Preference

• Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is a Management Service, Supervisory position and is not represented by a union.
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.