Business Finance Manager (Grants, Loans, and Programs Manager 3)

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

50d • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you believe in the power of small businesses to strengthen communities and create lasting economic opportunities? Do you enjoy leading and mentoring others in a way that builds trust, collaboration, and growth? Business Oregon is looking for a Business Finance Manager (Grants, Loans, and Programs Manager 3). In this role, you will guide a 12-member Business Finance Team committed to supporting Oregon's diverse businesses. You will oversee a statewide commercial loan portfolio, make sound credit and lending decisions, ensure programs are accessible and responsive to business needs, and cultivate strong relationships with state and national finance partners. This position plays a key role in coordinating resources, balancing programs, and championing the success of Oregon's small businesses. Note: We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexibility. This hybrid role offers remote work options, with the expectation of occasional in-office presence as needed to support business operations.

Requirements

• Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience.
• OR
• Four years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Please note: If you are interested in applying for this position, you must attach your current cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to submit the required documents will remove your application from consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership & Team Development - Leads and supports staff effectively; sets expectations, coaches performance, and fosters a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Equity & Inclusive Service - Applies an equity lens to decisions; considers access for underserved businesses and encourages diverse perspectives.
• Financial & Credit Judgment - Evaluates financial information accurately; makes consistent, well-reasoned credit decisions balancing risk and opportunity.
• Strategic Problem Solving - Identifies issues, anticipates needs, and develops practical solutions that align with program and agency goals.
• Relationship Building - Builds and maintains strong working relationships with partners, lenders, and stakeholders; communicates clearly and follows through.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Business Finance Team, including staff supervision, coaching, and performance management.
• Oversee and manage the statewide commercial loan and indirect loan portfolio, ensuring balanced risk, sustainability, and program effectiveness.
• Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and long-range plans that align with agency and legislative goals to ensure that Oregon businesses have access to capital.
• Lead credit decision-making and portfolio oversight, ensuring responsible stewardship of state and federal financial resources.
• Coordinate and maintain strong partnerships with financial institutions, state and federal agencies, industry groups, and community stakeholders.
• Manage annual and biennial budget planning, resource allocation, and financial reporting for Business Finance programs.
• Develop and advance new financing tools, products, and program improvements to address capital gaps and evolving small business needs.
• Represent the agency in public, industry, and stakeholder forums, promoting Business Oregon's mission and programs statewide.

Benefits

• Family Friendly Work Life Balance: Paid time off, 11 holidays, 3 personal days & optional short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Take Care of Yourself and Your Family: Comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, employee assistance program.
• Invest in Your Future: Pension plan, deferred comp, short- and long-term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Be Appreciated: Employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work.
• Inclusion: At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees