Deputy Chief Operating Officer

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$180,337.93 - $288,539.94 Annual

Department:

Non-Departmental

Job Type:

Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 17, 2025

The Opportunity:

*Please note, internal and external applicants should not apply on this site. If you wish to be considered, please submit your application materials toKarras Consulting by June 18, 2025.

**For full details regarding the Deputy Chief Operating Officer position, please view thejob announcement.

Multnomah County is looking for a seasoned and dynamic leader who have a passion for progressive public policy and a deep commitment to public service and community to serve as our new Deputy Chief Operating Officer (Deputy COO).

The Deputy COO performs executive and strategic duties supporting the Chief Operating Officer with the administration and direction of county operations, acts as a key advisor, and through subordinate leaders directs the functions of assigned departments. The Deputy COO will have responsibility for overseeing the work of the Department of County Human Services Department (DCHS), the Libraries, Emergency Management (EM) and the Homeless Services Department (HSD).

The Deputy COO performs highly analytical, financial, and administrative services involving a variety of disciplines, which include policy analysis and operating procedures; strategic planning; management of department directors; team project management; organizational development; public budget and finance; data analysis; community engagement; and provide oversight for assigned departments.

​The Deputy COO must be adept at providing direction that champions Multnomah County’s values, strategies and objectives especially as they relate to racial equity, diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidates will bring demonstrated experience and leadership skills in advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion efforts, both internally and externally in their organizations.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience with responsibility for a sizable staff represented by labor, policy development, facilitation, strategic planning, budgeting, human resource management, collaborative culture building and operational planning.

*Please note, internal and external applicants should not apply on this site. If you wish to be considered, please submit your application materials toKarras Consulting by June 18, 2025.

**For full details regarding the Deputy Chief Operating Officer position, please view thejob announcement.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Jenny O'Meara

Email:

jenny.omeara@multco.us

Phone:

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

9811 - Deputy Chief Operating Officer