Youth Facility Supervisor - Unit Manager

Position Title: Youth Facility Supervisor 2 - Living Unit Manager

Initial Posting Date: 02/04/2026

Final date to receive applications: 02/25/2026

Agency: Oregon Youth Authority

Salary Range: $5,907 - $9,143

Position Type: Employee

Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility is recruiting for a Youth Facility Supervisor 2 (Living Unit Manager) to lead and manage the daily operations of a 24/7 close custody living unit, while also playing an integral part in our facility's leadership team. Your responsibilities will involve overseeing the care, supervision, control, and rehabilitation of adjudicated youth and those from the Department of Corrections within a secure correctional environment.

Our aim is to foster a living unit culture and environment deeply rooted in a developmental approach, achieved through the implementation and maintenance of fundamental practices. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of both the living unit and the facility as a whole, giving you valuable experience in management and service excellence. As a valued member of our facility leadership team, you will collaborate closely with the superintendent on strategic planning initiatives for the facility and the agency.

You'll have the opportunity to facilitate the Oregon Youth Authority Performance Management System (OPMS) within the facility, coordinate Performance‑Based Standards (PbS), serve as the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Compliance Manager, or take on the role of the facility's physical intervention master instructor and intervention reviewer. Furthermore, during absences, you will have the chance to step into the role of Officer‑of‑the‑Day (senior manager‑in‑charge) and assume the position of Acting Superintendent when needed.

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• Four years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.
• One year of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. We will conduct pre‑employment driving record checks on the final candidate(s).

• Knowledge of and ability to ensure program operations comply with applicable federal and state laws, administrative rules, interagency agreements, and organizational policies.
• Experience supporting or managing day‑to‑day operations in a program or facility that serves youth or vulnerable populations.
• Ability to supervise staff, support teamwork, and communicate expectations clearly.
• Experience helping to set program goals and priorities and working with partners or other organizations to meet those goals.
• Commitment to respectful, culturally responsive practices when working with staff and the population served.

• COVER LETTER
  
  REQUIRED:
  
  In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility.
• Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived, volunteer, and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes. Please ensure your resume shows month/year and description of job duties for each position.
• Complete the questionnaire.
• Following the submission of your application, promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. If you’re an employee, these tasks will be in your Workday inbox.
• Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable.…