Deputy Chief Information Officer

State of Oregon; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

The Oregon Public Defense Commission seeks a Deputy Chief Information Officer (Manager 3) to lead data governance and IT leadership in Salem, Oregon. The role focuses on establishing a robust data governance program, coordinating data stewardship, and aligning IT with statewide policy to support justice outcomes.

You will work with staff and leadership across the agency, oversee data security and privacy, and serve as a strategic advisor on information governance and program management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management, business or public administration with 4 years of relevant leadership experience, or 8 years of related work.
• Advanced degree may substitute for some required work experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage a data governance program within the agency.
• IT Management: submit a biennial Data Governance Plan to the State Chief Data Officer every even-numbered year.
• Lead data steward duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data governance

Data stewardship

Data security

Strategic thinking

Executive advising

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in management or public administration

Advanced degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/16/2026 Application Deadline: 09/23/2026 Agency: Oregon Public Defense Commission Salary Range: $9,232 - $13,641 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Deputy Chief Information Officer Job Description: Deputy Chief Information Officer (Manager 3) Limited Duration | Full Time

At the Oregon Public Defense Commission, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, excellence, innovation, accountability, and equity. We seek talented professionals who are passionate about public service and advancing access to justice for all Oregonians.

This announcement is for 1, Limited Duration / Full Time, Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO) and will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. This limited duration position is expected to last through the end of the current biennium (June 30, 2027). The position is currently established as a limited duration position, with a request for permanent funding having been submitted for consideration. Policy Option Package 101 is requesting permanent funding for this position starting in the 2027 – 2029 Biennium. If permanent funding is approved and the position is converted, the individual hired into the limited duration position will assume the permanent position.

This is a hybrid positionand will require the employee to be in office 2-3 days/week.

Location: Salem, Oregon Salary Range:$9,232 - $13,641

About the Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC)

The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) is an agency governed by a 13-member commission appointed by the Governor, which serves as the governing body for Oregon’s public defense system. The Commission provides policy direction and oversight for the administration of the system. The legal services provided by OPDC represent an essential component of Oregon’s public safety system. OPDC negotiates contracts with trial-level public defense providers and administers and distributes funds for representation and related services for cases during the biennium for criminal, juvenile, and civil commitment cases. The Agency provides compliance and oversight to the trial community providers through quality assurance practices, training, and education.Financial Services processes all expenses related to representation in public defense cases. The Appellate Division provides direct legal representation in the state appellate courts in criminal cases, juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases, and parole cases.

Other services in the Agency include Data Collection and Analysis, General Counsel, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Internal Audit, and Policy Development. OPDC is dedicated to ensuring high-quality legal representation for individuals who are constitutionally entitled to counsel. OPDC works to strengthen Oregon's public defense system through direct representation, statewide coordination, oversight, policy development, and collaboration with justice system partners.

What You’ll Do

As the Deputy CIO, you will be responsible for managing internal data governance in accordance with statewide policy.

• Key responsibilities include:
• Establish and manage a data governance program within the agency.
• IT Management Create and submit a biennial Data Governance Plan to the State Chief Data Officer every even-numbered year.
• Lead data steward duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position works closely with staff, leadership, and stakeholders to support OPDC’s mission and strategic goals. A complete position description, including duties, responsibilities, and working conditions, is available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in management, business or public administration, or a closely related field AND Four (4) years of recent experience managing, directly or through lead workers or lower-level supervisors or managers, staff performing complex administrative, analytical, technical, or professional-level duties. The management experience must include most or all of the following: developing and implementing policies and procedures, hiring or recommending hiring, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, responding to staff concerns, handling disciplinary actions, managing, or participating in, organizational development, developing and managing, or assisting with the development and management of, budgets, and establishing, or participating in the establishment of, short- and long-range goals and objectives. OR Any combination of education and experience equivalent to eight (8) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. Note: An advanced degree in court administration, management, business or public administration, or a closely related field may substitute for some of the required work experience. Specific job-related experience or education requirements and preferences will be listed on the recruitment announcement for each position.

Desired Attributes

• Data Governance & Stewardship
• Data Security & Technical Expertise
• Strategic Thinking & Executive Advising
• Cross Functional Collaboration
• Project/Program Management & Implementation
• Equity, Privacy, Security & Ethical Use of Data

What’s in it for You?

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Optional supplemental benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Generous Paid Leave
• 10 paid holidays annually
• 3 personal business days each year
• Vacation leave that increases every 5 years of service
• Monthly sick leave accrual
• Professional Development Training and continuing education opportunities
• Career growth and advancement pathways
• Leadership development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Work-Life Balance Hybrid and flexible work opportunities, when operationally appropriate
• Employee wellness resources

Recruitment Process Timeline

These dates are approximate and may change. Recruitment Closes: Wednesday, 9/23/26 @ 11:59 PM. Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: Ongoing. Hiring Manager Screening for Desired Attributes: Ongoing. Interviews: Week of 9/28/2026. New Employee Onboarding: We offer new employee starts on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

Required Application Materials

Resume & Cover Letter. Your application materials should clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed in this announcement. The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills listed above. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification of your application. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After hitting submit there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing. Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.

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. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered. To be considered for this position, applicants must submit all required documents listed above. Applications missing required documents will not be advanced in the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. OPDC does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. OPDC is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States. Finalists will be subject to reference checks. If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process or for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you may contact the Recruiter, [e-mail] or the OPDC Human Resources Inbox: [e-mail].

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