Youth Facility Manager 1

State of Oregon • Medford, OR

4d • $6,834 - $10,569 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking an experienced and collaborative Program Director to lead operations at the Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility, a 24/7 close-custody facility serving youth committed to OYA and youth from the Oregon Department of Corrections. This position directs and manages day-to-day facility operations, including supervision of staff, operational logistics, and coordination of activities and events across facility departments. The Program Director oversees unit management, security, food services, staffing, recruitment, retention, and employee development while ensuring safe, secure, and structured operations that comply with agency policies, administrative rules, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR Two years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and effective service delivery strategies that support risk reduction for a diverse youth population.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of youth information and protect sensitive personnel information.
• Proficiency in computer technology and the ability to effectively use the agency’s automated information system, including JJIS.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience in a juvenile and or correctional setting.
• Experience with recruitment, retention, training, and employee discipline process.
• Demonstrated operational experience in a 24/7 setting.
• Skilled in coaching, counseling, and development of employees.
• Experience with unit management, food service, and security operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily tasks/duties of managers in unit management, security, and food operations.
• Manage recruitment, retention, and training efforts for facility.
• Manage and coordinate safety and security operations for facility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
• Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

What This Job Offers

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