Public Records & Process Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 2)

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) cares for Oregon’s fish and wildlife and habitat on behalf of everyone. Whether we are improving habitats for fish in coastal rivers, restoring bighorn sheep to their historic range in northeast Oregon or protecting wetlands for migratory birds, our work makes it possible for Oregonians and visitors to enjoy the bountiful natural fish and wildlife resources of this state. Your New Role As the Public Records & Process Analyst located in Salem, Oregon, you will serve a critical role in supporting the Director’s Office by ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficiency within the agency. This position coordinates public records requests, manages retention schedules, supports rulemaking processes, and leads continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery. For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Natural Resource Area, or a related field and two years experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.
Five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties.
This experience may be in the form of paralegal or legal assistant studies.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of public records laws, retention schedules, and compliance requirements.
Familiarity with administrative rulemaking processes and agency policy development.
Strong organizational skills with experience in tracking, monitoring, and ensuring completion of complex tasks and deadlines.
Ability to analyze processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and compliance.
Proficiency in using databases, spreadsheets, and document management systems.
Interpret and apply statutes, rules, and policies accurately.
Manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision with the ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish tasks efficiently.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal staff, external stakeholders, and the public.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including technical specialists, policy and research analysts, and program leadership, to align system capabilities with operational and policy objectives.

Responsibilities

Coordinates public records requests
Manages retention schedules
Supports rulemaking processes
Leads continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.