Policy Advisor

Policy Advisor

Clackamas County has an exciting opportunity for a skilled and proactive Policy Advisor to join our Office of the County Administrator. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with our County Administrator and the Board of County Commissioners to support decision-making, conduct research, and help drive initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the lives of county residents.

As a Policy Advisor, you will connect the County Administrator, the Board of County Commissioners, county departments, and the community. You will conduct research, analyze programs and policies, and develop recommendations to guide decision-making. Whether managing constituent outreach, coordinating public meetings, or advising on legislative and strategic initiatives, your work will support the county's mission to deliver responsive and effective services to all residents.

You will manage commissioner schedules, facilitate partnerships, and promote cross-departmental alignment to ensure initiatives are thoughtful, inclusive, and impactful. Additionally, you will support special events and provide backup assistance within the Office of County Administration to maintain smooth operations.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong grasp of local government dynamics and a passion for community-focused work. You bring analytical skills, administrative skills and emotional intelligence, allowing you to handle complex policy matters while remaining approachable and tactful. You are comfortable with sensitive or confidential issues and skilled at building trust with diverse stakeholders. A successful Policy Advisor balances multiple priorities, stays organized, delivers clear written materials, and acts with integrity and discretion.

If you enjoy solving problems, fostering collaboration, and shaping policies that improve lives, you will thrive in this role.

Clackamas County is a place where your work directly supports those leading our community. As a Policy Advisor, you will help the elected county commissioners navigate complex issues, make informed decisions, and serve the public effectively. Your insights, research, and strategic guidance will help our elected officials lead with clarity, respond to community needs, and advance policies that reflect the values and priorities of Clackamas County.

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

COMPENSATION

Annual Pay Range: $89,257.65 - $

Hourly Pay Range: $42.91 - $57.93

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on the candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective on the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 16 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals!
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see link below for additional information)

This is a full-time, Non-Represented Group 2 county position