Agency Operations & Project Analyst

Are you experienced in policy and data analytics and passionate about safeguarding wetlands and waterways? Apply to be our next Agency Operations & Policy Analyst by May 18th, 2026! This position is eligible for a hybrid remote schedule, reporting to our Salem office 4 days per week for the first 2 weeks, and then 1-2 days per week with potential additional days if needed. This limited duration position is open to current State of Oregon employees only and is also available as a job rotation for existing state employees with permission from their current supervisor. The position is expected to last through June 30, 2028.

Make a Difference for Oregon. The Department of State Lands (DSL) manages the lands that help fund our public schools and protects the state’s waterways and wetlands for the many benefits they provide. Our stewardship ensures vital natural and financial resources contribute to a vibrant, healthy Oregon now and forever. The DSL team makes a difference for Oregonians every day. As our Agency Operations & Policy Analyst, you will too.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide agency‑wide operational analysis, project coordination, and workflow systems support. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of project tracking systems, workflow tools, and administrative processes that enable consistent execution of DSL’s strategic and operational priorities.

This full-time limited duration position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

We invite you to join us for an informational session to learn more about this opportunity.

When: Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (PST)

Format: Virtual session via Microsoft Teams (link below)

Purpose: This session is designed for individuals interested in learning more about DSL, the Agency Operations & Policy Analyst role, and to meet our recruitment team.

Please note that this session is not part of the interview process and is open to the public.

To join the session via your computer, mobile app, or room device, simply click this link:

Microsoft Teams Link      

Meeting ID: 228 236 796 287 881          

Passcode: 5bV9ng3R

We look forward to having you join us and to providing valuable information about this exciting opportunity. Thank you for your interest!

What’s in it for you?

• Utilize your skills in data analytics and project management to support the agency mission of ensuring a legacy for Oregonians and their public schools through sound stewardship of lands, wetlands, waterways, and the Common School Fund.
• Receive 1-on-1 mentoring and support from natural resource experts.
• Join an organization with collaborative and engaged co-workers who care about Oregon’s economy, environment, and communities, and their co-workers.
• Gain full benefits with 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
• Accrue at least 8 hours of sick leave and 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years.
• Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
• Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service.
• Earn the initial monthly salary range for this position starting at $5,453- $8,345 for employees new to public service; current PERS employees start at $5,832- $8,925.
• Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate’s education and experience. Visit ourPay Equity and Classification and Compensation pages for more details.

Working Conditions:

Much of the work is in a hybrid office setting with extensive use of computers, collaborative tools, and video conferencing technology. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or project activities. Duties that can be successfully performed away from the central workplace may be eligible for remote work with approval. Some duties may require on site presence based on operational needs such as training, business alignment, accommodations, or resource availability.

The successful candidate will be in regular contact with executives, managers, staff, and external partners, requiring professionalism, discretion, and effective communication. This position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work within short time frames, and adapt to shifting priorities. Work often requires coordination across divisions and may involve tight deadlines, frequent interruptions, and occasional in office days in addition to the expected 1-2 days after the first 2 weeks.

Employees are expected to uphold State of Oregon and Department of State Lands standards for professionalism, safety, collaboration, and respectful conduct; maintain confidentiality; and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.

What you will be doing:

As our Agency Operations & Policy Analyst you will have the opportunity to:

• Promote and foster a diverse and qualified workforce and a workplace free of discrimination and harassment by applying an equity lens to all areas of work.
• Consult with agency leadership and program teams to ensure system and workflow automations are implemented in alignment with agency goals to improve operational excellence for all of DSL.
• Assist managers and team members in structuring project plans, deliverables, milestones, and documentation and provide guidance on process improvement.
• Implement feedback from agency in conjunction with the Deputy Director of Administration to update and improve reports, reporting outputs and visualizations.
• Create and maintain agency-wide project tracking dashboards using tools such as Smartsheet, SharePoint, Power BI, Excel, and other DSL systems.
• Develop reporting processes that monitor progress, timelines, risks, and key milestones for major initiatives.
• Support project teams by organizing information, maintaining documentation, and coordinating updates.
• Create automated workflows where possible to improve project communication and reporting consistency.
• Troubleshoot system or workflow issues and coordinate with IT or vendors to resolve them.

The Administration Division is managed by a Deputy Director who leads, directs and controls the agency’s financial, administrative and support operations. Managers in the IT, Financial, and Support Services, units are responsible for program implementation.

For a full description of the duties and working conditions, please email Tricarico.schwartz@dsl.oregon.gov to request the position description.

Minimum Qualifications- to be considered for this position, please ensure you have one of the following combinations of education and experience:

Five years of progressively responsible policy and/or analytical experience*

OR

a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

Note: A master’s degree in a relevant field can substitute for 1 additional year of experience, and a doctorate degree in a relevant field can substitute for 2 years of additional work experience.

*DSL may also consider relevant lived experience as part of our inclusive hiring practices.

Desired Attributes- tell us which of the following skills, experiences, and related talents you have by highlighting them in your Application materials:

• Education and/or experience to identify appropriate methods of tracking and analytics for individual and agency-wide projects
• Proficiency in writing to prepare technical memos, formal correspondence, bulletins, and other communication for intern and external partners and the public
• Oral presentation skills sufficient to conduct or assist in conducting training sessions, technical workshops, and public forums
• Iterative thinking style and comfort with dialogue regarding differing perspectives to generate well-rounded group decisions
• Proficiency using Excel including tables and pivot tables with large data sets
• Ability to apply critical thinking and professional judgment to analyze alternatives and interpret laws, regulations, and standards
• Experience working in teams, including internal and external partners, to bring multi-faceted assignments to a successful conclusion
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships across both internal and external teams, including other state agencies, community members, and interested parties
• High level of attention to details and ability to perform detailed analyses of agency programs and performance
• Ability to apply an equity lens to all assigned duties and daily work to ensure decision-making and resource allocation reflect the needs of all Oregonians

For a detailed list of the duties for this position, please email DSL-Human.Resources@DSL.oregon.gov  for a copy of the position description.

Please be sure to attach a resume and a cover letter of two (2) pages or less describing the above desired attributes you bring to this position, your relevant lived experience, and why you want to work for DSL.