Human Resource Manager - Deputy HR Administrator

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY
HR Manager 2 - Deputy HR Administrator

Salem – CENTRAL OFFICE / EQUITABLE BUILDING

Lead the human resources function shaping how the Oregon Youth Authority supports the 1,200+ staff who protect Oregon's youth and communities. OYA is hiring a Deputy HR Administrator to direct day-to-day personnel administration, guide a team of Senior HR Analysts, and serve as a key partner in labor relations and collective bargaining for an agency operating nine facilities and community programs statewide.

This role requires strong HR leadership and labor relations experience to navigate complex personnel issues, lead a team, and work effectively within a collective bargaining environment.

What You’ll Do

• Direct the day-to-day operational functions of personnel administration and human resource management for OYA, including decisions that affect youth correctional facility operations.
• Supervise and support a team of Senior HR Analysts, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, professional HR services agency-wide.
• Negotiate collective bargaining agreements and administer and interpret labor contracts, serving as a key point of contact for union representatives.
• Provide guidance and consultation to managers, employees, and union representatives on state and federal laws, rules, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Guide progressive disciplinary actions, grievance management, and resolution processes.
• Oversee investigative methods and procedures, and review and approve investigative reports from HR staff.
• Develop and implement short- and long-range HR policy planning, goals, and objectives, including statewide programmatic and public policy changes affecting Oregon's juvenile justice system.
• Champion organizational culture change, ensuring HR services align with OYA's strategic goals and its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and positive human development.
• Make recommendations to agency leadership on program and policy modifications with impact across OYA and other state agencies.

Join Us on Thursday, July 23, 2026 for a Q&A Career Chat session about this position. This session is optional and provides an opportunity to learn more about OYA.

How to Apply

• Click the Apply link to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the state application guides.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification.
• Prepare a cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing the desired attributes and how you gained the relevant skills and experience.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require age, birth dates, or attendance/graduation dates during the application process.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR
• Three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes

• Direct supervisory experience — formal supervision of employees with responsibility for performance, conduct, and daily work direction.
• Sound judgment on complex people issues — independent handling of conflict resolution, performance concerns, or policy interpretation.
• Union and labor relations experience — work with unions in negotiation or collective bargaining administration.
• A track record of leading change — involvement in DEI efforts, process improvements, or workforce development.
• Investigative or fact-finding experience — handling sensitive workplace inquiries.
• A genuine commitment to DEI and accessibility — support for diverse, equitable, and culturally responsive practices.
• Core HR functional knowledge — experience with recruitment, onboarding, classification/compensation, leave administration, or personnel records.

How to Apply (continued)

• Submit your online application and ensure all required documents are attached.
• Ensure your experience demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills.

Additional Information

• OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment actions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected status.
• Pre-employment checks include criminal record, driving record, and a vulnerable population check, with confidentiality maintained. Additional checks may be required as applicable.
• Visa sponsorship is not offered. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Questions? Email the OYA recruitment team .