Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Services - Division Director - Health and Human Services
Apply NowCompany: Marion County, OR
Location: Salem, OR 97301
Description:
Salary: $54.86 - $73.48 Hourly
Location : Salem, OR
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: 538-2025-2
Department: Health and Human Services
Division: HHS - Health Administrative Services
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 02
Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Join our team at Marion County Health & Human Services as the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services Division Director. This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our community by overseeing essential services that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a key member of our Executive Team, you'll work collaboratively across the department, including Behavioral Health and Public Health services, while partnering with state agencies, brokerages, and community organizations. Join us in shaping innovative programs that empower individuals, promote choice, and enhance the quality of life for those we serve. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!
To view the full job announcement, go to:
To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" link just above and to the right of this overview.
When applying, be sure to include, in the Education and Work Experience sections of your application, sufficient details to show us how you meet the Experience and Training requirements for the position.
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 Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your 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
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
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.
For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the benefits package for management and supervisory employees, , and select Management Benefits from the left menu or Management Employees from the page links.
Benefits are defined based on position and are approved by the Marion County Board of Commissioners.
01
To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
02
How many years of work experience do you have in program supervision, fiscal, or administrative management? One year of work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
03
Describe your approach to strategic planning for a large department. How do you ensure alignment with the organization's overall mission and strategic goals?
04
CDDPs provide case management, protective services, and oversight for individuals with IDD. Describe your experience working in or overseeing a CDDP or similar system. How have you balanced regulatory compliance with person-centered service delivery?
05
Describe a Quality Improvement project you were involved in. What was your role? How did you measure outcomes?
06
Describe your experience managing in a unionized environment. Have you handled contract negotiations, grievances, or disputes? Provide a specific example.
07
How did you ensure financial accountability? How did you navigate budget constraints or financial challenges.
Required Question
Location : Salem, OR
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: 538-2025-2
Department: Health and Human Services
Division: HHS - Health Administrative Services
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 02
Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Join our team at Marion County Health & Human Services as the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services Division Director. This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our community by overseeing essential services that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a key member of our Executive Team, you'll work collaboratively across the department, including Behavioral Health and Public Health services, while partnering with state agencies, brokerages, and community organizations. Join us in shaping innovative programs that empower individuals, promote choice, and enhance the quality of life for those we serve. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!
To view the full job announcement, go to:
To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" link just above and to the right of this overview.
When applying, be sure to include, in the Education and Work Experience sections of your application, sufficient details to show us how you meet the Experience and Training requirements for the position.
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 Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your 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
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
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.
For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the benefits package for management and supervisory employees, , and select Management Benefits from the left menu or Management Employees from the page links.
Benefits are defined based on position and are approved by the Marion County Board of Commissioners.
01
To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
- Yes
- No
02
How many years of work experience do you have in program supervision, fiscal, or administrative management? One year of work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
- None of the above
03
Describe your approach to strategic planning for a large department. How do you ensure alignment with the organization's overall mission and strategic goals?
04
CDDPs provide case management, protective services, and oversight for individuals with IDD. Describe your experience working in or overseeing a CDDP or similar system. How have you balanced regulatory compliance with person-centered service delivery?
05
Describe a Quality Improvement project you were involved in. What was your role? How did you measure outcomes?
06
Describe your experience managing in a unionized environment. Have you handled contract negotiations, grievances, or disputes? Provide a specific example.
07
How did you ensure financial accountability? How did you navigate budget constraints or financial challenges.
Required Question