Employment & Training Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) 2 Positions!

Oregon Department of Human Services; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Amazing benefits package

Job summary

Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking an Employment & Training Program Analyst to join the E&T unit, overseeing SNAP E&T programs such as STEP and ABAWD. This role involves analytical evaluation, policy development, and interagency collaboration to promote self-sufficiency.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a hybrid work model (in-office and remote options), and requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of experience or 7 years of equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years of professional evaluative, analytical and planning work, or seven years of related experience.
• Experience analyzing data, reports and budgets to support program operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, analysis and implementation of SNAP E&T programs and services.
• Coordinate and develop E&T service components for families living in poverty.
• Develop plans, procedures and materials to meet requirements and department values.
• Monitor performance, prepare reports, and advise executive staff.
• Provide project management and legislative analyses; coach local staff and partners.

Skills

Data analysis

Policy analysis

Project management

Collaboration

Analytical tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Reporting tools

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/25/2026 Application Deadline: 10/04/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Salary Range: $6,276.00 - $9,644.00 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Employment & Training Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) 2 Positions!

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. Opportunity awaits! Join our dynamic team at the Employment & Training (E&T) unit, where we oversee vital programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Services Program (SNAP) E&T Programs, including SNAP Training and Employment Program (STEP) and Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) Program. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need and have analytical and organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for one of TWO (2) Employment & Training Program Analysts. Join us in our mission to promote self-sufficiency and community empowerment.

Summary of Duties

As an Employment & Training Program Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) you will:

• Assist Department managers in the development, analysis and implementation of SNAP E&T programs and services.
• Administer, coordinate, and develop a variety of E&T service components which serve families who are living in poverty.
• Develop program plans, policies, procedures, and policy-related materials that will contribute to participant and family self-sufficiency, meet federal and state requirements, legislative intent, budget limits, and department core values and principles.
• Monitor performance, evaluate findings and prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations for Executive Staff.
• Perform project management and complete legislative analyses.
• Serve as a resource for coaching and training of local office staff to ensure the department's mission, goals and core values are met.
• Be involved in significant collaboration with other agencies and provide technical assistance and recommendations to partner agencies.
• Collaborate with program partner agencies and ODHS staff to answer questions and collect information on policy and program needs.
• Review reports, data and budgets of partner organizations to provide technical assistance advice with regard to those functions that fall under the umbrella of the department’s program responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, reports, case reviews, audit findings, and other information to identify patterns, issues, risks and opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and evaluate how policies, processes, systems, and partnerships affect program operations and the experience of the people being served.
• Experience using analytical tools, reports, spreadsheets, databases, tracking systems, or other technology to support analysis, program oversight, decision-making, or implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people and organizations with different perspectives, priorities, and areas of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for improvement and move beyond identifying problems to developing, implementing and evaluating solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to move work from analysis and planning through implementation.

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.

Working Conditions

Your typical work schedule will be 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Your hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs. Additional work hours may be required occasionally, which is accrued as straight time only (this position is not eligible for overtime). This is a hybrid position. Majority of your work can be conducted with the option of in office or remotely with occasionally required travel. You will have occasional in state travel for the purpose of connecting with partners and ODHS district leadership. On rare occasions, you may have overnight travel. The ability to report to a local branch office may be required when training, business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Travel expenses are not provided, nor reimbursable for remote work employees per travel policy paragraph 105: https://www.oregon.gov/das/Financial/Acctng/Documents/40.10.00.pdf Regular contract with ODHS staff, partners, providers, interest holders, and customers in person and over the telephone. A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position. If no driver's license, must be able to provide alternate method of transportation.

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.

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 represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Cris Jansen. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number: REQ-297388.
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone (call or text): 503-826-6988

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon "flies with her own wings."