Moda Center Joint Authority Program Director

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Moda Center Joint Authority Program Director Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Salem / Portland, Oregon (Hybrid) Lead one of Oregon’s most high‑profile, high‑impact statewide initiatives. The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is hiring a strategic, relationship‑driven leader to serve as the Moda Center Joint Authority Program Director. This a highly visible role is responsible for implementing Senate Bill 1501 and shaping statewide systems that will shape Oregon for years to come. This position leads the development, governance, and renovation oversight of one of Oregon’s most recognized venues while building strong statewide policy and intergovernmental partnerships. As the statewide lead, the Program Director oversees all policy, fiscal, operational, and governance responsibilities for establishing and managing the Moda Center joint authority. You will direct complex, enterprise‑wide policy and operational initiatives; coordinate high‑priority work from DAS, the Governor’s Office, and the Legislature; and work closely with senior advisors, legal counsel, industry consultants, and partner agencies. Legislative implementation is a central component of this role.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
• Experience must include leading complex, multi‑agency, or enterprise‑scale projects, including policy or legislative implementation work.

Nice To Haves

• Leading enterprise‑scale projects: Managing large, high‑visibility initiatives involving multiple agencies or partners, including coordination methods, accountability structures, timelines, and deliverables.
• Navigating complex policy and operational environments: Working within legislative, governance, or regulatory frameworks and applying sound judgment to develop practical solutions.
• Communicating at the executive and public level: Preparing or presenting clear, concise written and verbal communication for executives, elected officials, governing bodies, or community groups.
• Understanding government and legislative systems: Applying knowledge of state operations, capital projects, budgeting, and legislative processes. Experience with public infrastructure or statewide policy development is a plus.
• Building collaborative relationships: Engaging partners effectively, balancing diverse perspectives, and contributing to shared solutions or joint outcomes.
• Providing clear, actionable recommendations: Analyzing complex information, preparing options or recommendations, and supporting decision‑making—especially in high‑profile, time‑sensitive, or politically visible contexts.
• Demonstrating integrity and fiscal stewardship: Upholding transparency, ethical standards, and responsible management of public resources.
• Leading effective partner engagement: Cultivating strong relationships with government partners, local jurisdictions, consultants, and community-facing entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, budgeting, compliance, and risk management for the Moda Center renovation and joint authority.
• Build financial and reporting systems, track fund activity, and ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Lead legislative implementation efforts, draft required reports, and advise DAS leadership on statutory impacts.
• Prepare high-level briefings and coordinate communications with the Governor’s Office, DAS leadership, and public partners.
• Manage consultants, contracts, and procurement activities tied to major project milestones.
• Coordinate statewide partners to establish and operate the Moda Center joint authority.
• Facilitate governance decisions, intergovernmental agreements, and ongoing collaboration with DAS, the Governor’s Office, Department of Justice, Department of Revenue, State Treasurers Office, and the City of Portland and possible other local government entities.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSAs.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, personal days, sick leave, increasing vacation leave.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director