DRR Director Executive Support

Initial Posting Date: 11/21/2025Application Deadline:12/05/2025Agency:Oregon Housing and Community ServicesSalary Range:$4,207 - $5,842Position Type:EmployeePosition Title:DRR Director Executive Support (ESS2) - Limited DurationJob Description:Oregon Housing & Community ServicesDRR Director Executive Support – Limited Duration [Executive Support Specialist 2]Hybrid – Salem, OROregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for a person to be an Executive Support Specialist in the Disaster Recovery & Resilience (DRR) Division.  This person will provide administrative support, program support and analysis, and secretarial support to the DRR Director and division employees. If you are ready to take on a new challenge in your career, then we want to hear from you about this exciting opportunity.  OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSIONOHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop an integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.Our Core Values:  Collaboration – Compassion – Equity – Integrity – Leadership – Transparency.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONWorking Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work (every two weeks for staff meetings and special projects as needed).This position is Limited Duration (LD), full time, and represented by SEIU.This LD position is a workload position with the possibility of funding being extended.  Anticipated closing date is 06/30/27. The position may close earlier depending on program timelines.Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.This position may involve occasional travel on official State business. Should you choose to drive a motor vehicle you must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must have an alternate method of transportation.This position requires both a resume and a cover letter, the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.WHAT YOU WILL DOThe person in this position will provide executive support to the DRR Division Director and division employees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSOne year of experience performing administrative duties in support of agency projects or programs. Qualifying experience would involve data collection and analysis; project evaluation and/or analysis; interpretation and application of laws, rules, and regulations; or similar experience.To view full position description, Click HereDESIRED ATTRIBUTESThe most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:Substantial experience supporting executives in a busy environment that requires political acumen, confidentiality and discretion.Knowledge of government policies and practices, as well as rules and ethics related to state governmentAbility to prepare written memos, letters, reports, and other complex written materials. Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing with a variety of people at all levels such as Administrators, other agencies or legislative staff members, and the public.Expert level skills and experience in Microsoft suite products including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in the workplace.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUYou will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits packageA positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.Generous benefits package including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the Pay Equity website for more information.RECRUITMENT TIMELINE*These dates are approximate and may change. *Recruitment Closes: 12/05/25Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-goingHiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going1st Round of Interviews: Week of 12/15/252nd Round of Interviews: TBD if neededAnticipated Start Date: 01/19/26APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTSCurrent State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.External applicants: View this application instructional video. A PDF is also available by clicking here.REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the "Desired Attributes" for this position.A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at: WHO WE AREOregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate incomes. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.OHCS is placing greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the Statewide Housing Plan. The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.OHCS released its Building Oregon's Future: 2023 Annual Report to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website: DISASTER RECOVERY & RESILIENCE (DRR)The Oregon Department of Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has established a new division to manage recovery from major disasters. The Disaster Recovery & Resilience (DRR) division administers long-term state and federal grants to benefit disaster survivors and impacted communities in Oregon. Primarily, the division is recovering from the major disasters that occurred during Labor Day Weekend of 2020 when fires caused the loss of nearly 4,200 homes in the state. The Oregon Legislature allocated $150 million in specific wildfire recovery general funds along with substantial affordable housing funding which will be applied to disaster impacted regions, and the federal government has allocated $422 million in Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds from the US Housing and Urban Development Department. OHCS has set aggressive goals to replace as much of the lost housing as it possibly can, and to provide a comprehensive recovery for individuals impacted by the fires. This division is a key function of OHCS and will develop innovative business practices within the agency.WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOUIf you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to and include the job requisition number.The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.Work Authorization: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) does not offer VISA sponsorships.  Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form containing authorization to work in the United States.  OHCS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.APPENDIXEmailsLinksApplication Instructional PDFApplication Instructional VideoBenefits InformationClassification and Compensation PageOHCS WebsiteOregon's Statewide Housing Plan – Halfway Progress ReportOregon's Statewide Housing Plan – Full PlanPay EquityPublic Employees Retirement System (PERS)Veterans Resources