Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services Director
Salary
$151,694.40 - $207,584.00 Annually
Location
Public Service Building, OR
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
202600151
Department
Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services
Division
CJRS Administration
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
8/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
DESCRIPTION
About this Position
This is an opportunity to lead community justice work in Lane County at a time of real complexity and change.
Lane County is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services Director to lead a dynamic department overseeing youth services, adult parole & probation, and innovative deflection programming. This role provides executive leadership to six managers and oversight of a $30 million budget, with responsibility for aligning operations, policy, and partnerships across the justice system.
You will step into a system navigating statewide administrative shifts, evolving expectations around public safety and rehabilitation, and a challenging fiscal environment. Success in this role requires both deep operational experience and the ability to lead with clarity, adaptability, and purpose.
This position plays a critical role in Oregon's broader public safety system-working in partnership with courts, law enforcement, health systems, and bodies like the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council, while ensuring alignment with statewide standards.
What You'll Do
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a leader who brings both credibility and the ability to move work forward in a complex environment:
Why This Role Matters
Community justice is evolving-and this role will help define what comes next.
You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful, system-level work that impacts public safety, supports individuals and families, and strengthens the broader community. If you're ready to bring thoughtful leadership, innovation, and a steady hand to a system that matters, we encourage you to apply.
About this Department
The mission of Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services is to contribute to public safety by reducing risk, creating opportunities, and working to make positive changes in lives directly affecting the impact to the community, victims and offenders by holding justice involved youth and adults appropriately accountable for their behavior.
Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services is comprised of four divisions:
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.
QUALIFICATIONS
Training & Experience:
Preferred Requirements:
Special Requirements:
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services Director Classification Details
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane Countys Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.
Trauma Informed Care Statement
Trauma-informed care is an approach used to engage people with histories of trauma. It recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma can play in people's lives. Trauma-informed criminal justice responses can help to avoid re-traumatizing individuals.
Lane County is committed to providing services using Trauma Informed Care practices. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently, or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other.
Veteran Preference Information
Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits
At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.
Introducing ALEX, Lane Countys benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in todays date.
ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here)
Collective Bargaining Units:
Admin-Pro
AFSCME
AFSCME Nurses
AFSCME Physicians
FOPPO
LCPOA
Local 626
Prosecuting Attorneys
Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically
Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee.
Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2026 are outlined below:
If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA:
For eligible members of unions LCPOA, 626, Admin Pro, and AFSCME Physicians $1,700 for individual coverage and $3,400 for family coverage.
For eligible members of unions AFSCME General, AFSCME Nurses, FOPPO, PAA, and non-represented employees $1,600 for individual coverage and $3,200 for family coverage. Those who complete the requirements to receive the Live Well Credit by November 30, 2026, will receive an additional contribution of $400 individual or $800 family, funded in 2027.
These amounts are prorated based on date of hire.
All eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.
Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.
Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.
Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.
Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially
Retirement - Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.
Disability - Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.
Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.
Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:
New Years Day
Independence Day
Martin Luther King Jrs Birthday
Labor Day
Presidents Day
Veterans Day
Memorial Day
Thanksgiving Day
Juneteenth
Christmas Day
Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.
County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well
On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees soft and technical skills.
Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.
Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.
Lane County offers these other valuable benefits
Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.
Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.
Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.
Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.
Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.
For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.
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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all relevant education, employment, and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.
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Are you a current PERS retiree?
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Please answer YES if you meet one of the following criteria: a. You have a valid Oregon Drivers License. b. You have a valid drivers license from another state and are able to obtain an Oregon Drivers License by the time of appointment.
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Systems Leadership & Strategy: Please describe your experience leading a complex public safety or treatment-based agency department or program in Oregon. Include the scope of your responsibility (staffing, budget, programs), and how you aligned operations with state requirements and local priorities.
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Operational & Fiscal Oversight: Please tell us about your experience supervising managers or senior staff. How did you ensure accountability, alignment, and performance across your leadership team?
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Innovation in Practice: Please tell us about a time you introduced or led an innovative approach within a justice or human services system. What problem were you trying to solve, and what was the outcome?
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I acknowledge that I have fully completed my application AND attached the required cover letter and resume as instructed in the posting.
Required Question
Employer Lane County
Department Community Justice & Rehabilitation Services Address 125 E 8th Ave
Eugene, Oregon, 97401
Website https://www.lanecountyor.gov