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Dept. of Human Services

Jobs at DHS


 

Current Job Openings

 

  • DHS Job openings

  • DHS Executive recruitments

    • DHS Assistant Director - Addictions and Mental Health Division
      The director of the DHS Addictions and Mental Health Division (AMH) leads a 1,500-person organization operating within a $1 billion biennial budget. AMH plays a crucial role in serving more than 100,000 Oregonians each biennium who are experiencing mental illness or have alcohol or drug abuse problems. The division provides services directly and through contracts with hundreds of local programs throughout the state. Key initiatives being guided by this position include the development of a statewide, community-based continuum of care for individuals with mental illness; the integration of physical and mental health care service delivery; and construction of two new state-operated psychiatric treatment facilities. See the recruiting announcement and application requirements.


    • Chief Medical Officer - Oregon State Hospital
      The Chief Medical Officer is responsible for administrative oversight of the medical staff, medical departments and clinical practice. This position reports to the Superintendent and plays a key leadership role in hospital-wide strategic planning, quality improvement, risk management, and business development and research. See the recruiting announcement and application requirements.

  • All State of Oregon job openings

  • Caseworker - Indian Child Welfare
    The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde has an exceptional opportunity to serve Tribal children and families. This position is supported by numerous resources in a team environment. An Associate’s degree in Social Work or related field with a minimum of 2-3 years experience in the Human Services arena is required. Very competitive salary and benefit package. Visit www.grandronde.org/employment to obtain an application and job description.

 

How to Apply

 

Application processes may vary for each job. Detailed instructions are contained within each job announcement. Please read announcements carefully before submitting your application materials.

  • Use this form unless the job announcement identifies a different application form to be used:
     
    Electronic Fill-In PD100 Application:  Data keyed while online will not be saved.  To save your keyed data, electronic forms must be downloaded to your PC before entering information.  To download, right click on one of the links below and select "Save Target As".

    • WORD 6.0 - requires Microsoft Word 6.0 or higher
     
    Manual Fill-In PD100 Application:
    • READ ONLY (pdf) - Can be printed and completed manually.  Please print clearly in ink.  Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader software.

  • Job transfers for employees requesting lateral transfers within the same classification.  (Word) | (PDF)

Send or deliver your completed application form to:

  • Oregon Department of Human Services
    Recruitment & Retention Unit
    500 Summer Street, NE E22
    Salem, Oregon  97301-1099
  • FAX to either (503) 378-2249 or (503) 378-3689.

Application Tips

 

If you apply for a DHS position, please remember these points:

  • Read the job announcement carefully for special instructions or requirements.

  • Complete all parts of the application form. The form does not have to be typed, but it must be filled out in ink and readable if it is not typed. Special note: DHS is now using special, shorter forms for several positions, and it might be necessary to also submit a self-qualification form and skill codes sheet. The job announcement will explain what is needed.

  • Many recruitments require you to submit written answers to test questions with the application. Answer all questions concisely and thoroughly, and answer all parts of the questions. Your test grade is a major factor in determining whether you get a job interview.

  • Submit your application and any additional materials required by the deadline in the job announcement.

If you need assistance with the application process, please call us at (503) 945-5698 (TTY users call 503-945-6214). Thank you for your interest in employment with the Oregon Department of Human Services!


 

 

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Salary and benefits

 

Review DHS classifications, State of Oregon class specifications, minimum qualifications and pay rates, learn about the benefits available to State employees, and more. Salary and benefits >>>

 

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