Program Analyst

Initial Posting Date

06/04/2026

Application Deadline

06/18/2026

Agency

Long Term Care Ombudsman

Salary Range

$5,984 - $9,190

Position Type

Employee

Position Title

Program Analyst 3

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Deputy Public Guardian (Program Analyst 3)

About

As a Deputy Public Guardian, you will work with officials across many of Oregon's state agencies, counties, and local programs while providing professional services. You will serve as a statutorily authorized, court-appointed public guardian for adults who have been judicially determined incapable of making decisions about their person, personal and/or financial affairs and are at significant risk for abuse, neglect, or self-neglect. This essential work includes:

• Direct provision of ongoing guardianship services to OPGC clients.
• Investigate the need for guardianship.
• Preparation of petitions and motions.
• Provide guidance and recommendation on any necessary course of action.
• Testify in proceedings.
• Develop, coordinate, and refine public guardianship services.

We’re a mission-driven agency with three unique programs working together to support Oregonians in need. Our programs include the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, the Oregon Public Guardian, and the Residential Facilities Ombudsman. Together, we work to protect rights, promote independence, and improve the quality of life for people in long-term care, residential facilities, and those with decisional limitations.

• The Oregon Public Guardian (OPG) program is a statewide service acting as a guardian of last resort for adults with complex needs and no one to support their decision-making. Our goal is to ensure safety, dignity, and a fulfilling life for every person we serve. Through partnerships with local and state organizations, we provide vital guardianship services and work to expand accessible support across Oregon, always striving for the least restrictive options for our clients. Join us in making a difference!

A full example of the position duties, details, and working conditions is located here.

Minimum Qualifications

What We Are Looking For

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a related degree; plus, four years’ experience coordinating, administering, or working at an advanced level within a social service environment; OR,

A combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a social service program or working at an advanced level within a social service environment.

Special Qualifications

• You are required to possess a valid driver's license issued by your state of residence.
• Continued employment is contingent upon the successful applicant becoming a certified guardian by the Center for Guardianship Certification ( https://guardianshipcert.org/ ) within six months of hire.

Desired Attributes

• Professional experience working with and providing advocacy for individuals experiencing cognitive deficits.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a challenging and varied caseload.
• Professional experience maintaining confidentiality, and exercising excellent judgment, tact, discretion.
• Ability to analyze information and utilize the findings to create reports, plans of action, and provide guidance to others.
• Direct experience with the provision of guardian, fiduciary, or other substitute decision making services; or working within a guardianship/conservatorship program.
• Demonstrated experience providing consultation or technical assistance efficiently to a variety of audiences with differing levels of understanding.

A current and valid certification issued by the National Center for Guardianship Certification.

Experience working with and providing advocacy for individuals with diminished decision-making capacity.

Professional background and experience in finance, social services, or as a licensed Social Worker.

How To Apply

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
• 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.
• Complete any supplemental questions through Workday.
• Attach your current resume (Workday job history may substitute for a resume).
• Attach a Cover Letter of no more than two pages detailing how you meet the desired attributes. Failure to attach the cover letter will result in your application being removed from further consideration. Your cover letter and resume or Workday job history will be reviewed by the hiring manager to determine if you will move forward in the interview process.
• Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After hitting submit there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing. Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Lourdes San Juan, ***email_hidden***, Phone (text friendly): 971-453-2829.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team

This is the opportunity you have been looking for! The OPG program directly serves and supports highly vulnerable adults that would be at high risk of serious harm or death without the services of a guardian, and no one else is able to serve in that role. We welcome you to visit the Oregon Public Guardian Program website to learn more about us and the role we play in supporting Oregonians across the state.

Benefits Include

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
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Additional Details

• This announcement is for 1 full-time, permanent, American Federations of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) represented, Program Analyst 3 position.
• This position will be working in the greater Portland area.
• This position is hybrid.
• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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