Program Coordinator 2 - Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD)

Marion County, Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion County is seeking a qualified professional to perform research, planning, design, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of complex programs at the county level. You will coordinate resources to improve client services and supervise may provide lead duties over staff as needed.

The role requires knowledge of program assessment, grant writing techniques, and effective communication. The position is full-time and on-site with standard county work hours and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, social work or related field.
• Two years of responsible experience in program coordination, planning, development and evaluation; or equivalent.
• Must possess a current driver's license and acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and conducts studies of program effectiveness to evaluate assets, deficiencies, and utilization.
• Develops program descriptions, measurements, budgets and systems; monitors operational details of program.
• Recommends policy goals and objectives for program area, interprets policy and procedures, assures compliance and takes corrective action.
• Leads in improving, coordinating and developing needed resources.
• Provides technical assistance and training for departmental staff in programs and their utilization.

Skills

Program research

Evaluation

Contract monitoring

Grant writing

Data analysis

Communication

Liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, social work or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program connects individuals with services as an alternative to traditional criminal justice involvement. LEAD works with people experiencing substance use, behavioral health needs, homelessness, and other barriers, connecting them with treatment, housing, healthcare, and community resources to improve stability and reduce repeated law enforcement contact.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Perform research, planning, design, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of complex department or countywide programs, projects or grants. Recommend appropriate courses of action based on extensive evaluation and analysis of respective program effectiveness. Fulfills the primary responsibility of coordinating and monitoring of resources to improve the quality of client services. Incumbents possess backgrounds of specific preparation in the appropriate discipline. Assignments are performed without close supervision.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under the general direction of assigned management personnel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision is not a responsibility of this classification; however, incumbents in this classification may exercise lead responsibilities over one or more employees engaged in closely related duties.

TYPICAL DUTIES - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

• Plans, organizes and conducts studies of program effectiveness to evaluate assets, deficiencies, and utilization.
• Plans and develops program descriptions, measurements, policies, procedures, budgets and systems; monitors operational details of program.
• Recommends policy goals and objectives for program area, interprets policy and procedures, assures compliance, monitors non-compliance and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Makes recommendations to increase effectiveness of existing program(s) and methodologies based on assessment, relevant literature and research.
• Acts as lead in improving, coordinating, promoting and developing needed resources.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with similar personnel engaged with other programs and agencies.
• Conducts training for departmental staff in specific programs and their utilization.
• Conducts research in areas of specialty, gathers and compiles data and information, prepares reports and makes recommendations.
• Provides technical assistance and expert advice in program areas to related advisory councils, commissions and agencies, both private and public.
• Drives a motor vehicle to attend meetings at various sites and work at various locations in order to perform duties.
• Utilizes knowledge and understanding of Criminal Justice System in program evaluations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Position

Experience And Training

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, social work or related field; AND
• Two years of responsible experience in program coordination, planning, development and evaluation; OR
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's degree in public/business administration, social work or a related field. Your application must show this information in the education section of the form.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This position is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of methods and techniques of program research, design, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; principles and practices of contract monitoring; grant writing techniques; methodologies of program assessment and evaluation; resources available necessary to plan, develop and administer programs in areas of specialty.

Skill and ability in English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematics; applying knowledge to the development, implementing and evaluating of programs; setting goals, planning, establishing and implementing procedures; compiling data from various sources, analyzing data, preparing evaluative reports and integrating plans; developing and maintaining productive liaison and contacts with citizen boards, commissions, public and private agencies, department programs and County departments; communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; effectively analyzing data and results of evaluative research; establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers and the public.

Additional Information and/or Attachments

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County 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. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required For Veterans’ Preference

• One of the following:
• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
• Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
• Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
• A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
• Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/.

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirimed Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.