Chief of Staff (Deputy Director)

Initial Posting Date:

05/07/2026

Application Deadline:

05/25/2026

Agency:

Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission

Salary Range:

$11,429 - $17,704

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Chief of Staff (Deputy Director)

Job Description:

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies.

The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions.  Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more! Click here to learn about State of Oregon benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About this opportunity:

• This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office. Please note that the headquarters will relocate from Milwaukie to Portland, OR by approximately mid-2027.
• After an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule, however weekly in-office work will be required. This position is not eligible to be fully remote.
• This position is an executive service position and is not represented by a union.

Here’s what you will do:

The Chief of Staff (COS) serves as the performance, accountability, and legislative steward for OLCC and serves under the purview of the OLCC Executive Director. You will oversee key internal divisions, including Financial Services, Information Technology, Legislative & Tribal Affairs, Communications & Public Records, and Internal Audits.  You will be responsible for the Strategic Performance & Analytics program to ensure the OLCC is meeting its strategic plan and service delivery commitments. In partnership with the Executive Director, you will establish legislative priorities, implement lobbying strategies, and serve as the representative of the agency with constituent groups, interested parties, elected officials, local and state government agencies, and other partners.

You will assist in developing, executing and monitoring the agency’s biennial budget; establish policy priorities, and ensure agency policies are informed by research, best practices, national trends, and partner engagement.

The Chief of Staff provides agency-wide leadership and serves as a principal member of the agency’s Executive Team. OLCC Executive Team members must demonstrate effective leadership, strong interpersonal skills, orga