Initial Posting Date: 10/06/2026 Application Deadline: 11/01/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $27,166 - $29,949 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Chief Executive Officer, Oregon State Hospital
If this opportunity aligns with your leadership experience, values, and commitment to public service, we encourage you to apply. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) values diverse perspectives and experiences and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! — Chief Executive Officer, Oregon State Hospital Lead a critical public institution.
Strengthen Oregon’s behavioral health system. Deliver measurable results. Oregon is seeking an accomplished hospital executive to lead Oregon State Hospital at a pivotal point in its future.
The next CEO will be responsible for strengthening patient and workforce safety, sustaining regulatory excellence, advancing organizational performance, and strengthening OSH’s role within Oregon’s behavioral health system. This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Oregon’s most complex public healthcare organizations. The CEO will set direction, lead the executive team, make difficult decisions, and translate priorities into measurable results for patients, employees, and the broader behavioral health system.
Reporting to the Director of the Oregon Health Authority, the CEO serves on the OHA Director’s Leadership Team and provides executive leadership for Oregon State Hospital. The role has access to the expertise and resources of OHA and requires strong partnership across state government, labor, regulatory and oversight organizations, community behavioral health, and the people OSH serves. The next CEO will bring clarity to complexity, accountability to performance, and steady leadership through change.
Learn More About the Opportunity Explore the full Oregon State Hospital CEO Recruitment Profile for more about the organization, leadership opportunity, priorities, and what success will look like in the role. VIEW THE RECRUITMENT PROFILE What We Are Looking For We are seeking an executive with a demonstrated record of leading complex organizations and producing measurable results. The successful candidate will bring: Significant executive leadership experience in a complex healthcare, behavioral health, public-sector, or similarly regulated environment.
A record of translating strategy into sustained organizational and operational improvement. Strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex issues, competing priorities, and difficult decisions. Experience developing high-performing leadership teams and strengthening organizational culture.
Strong executive communication and the ability to build productive relationships across organizational and community settings. A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, equity, transparency, integrity, and public service. Application Guidance Your application should demonstrate the breadth and depth of your executive leadership experience and your interest in leading Oregon State Hospital.
Resume – Submit a current resume clearly outlining your executive leadership experience, accomplishments, education, and relevant professional background. Cover Letter – A cover letter of no more than two pages is required. Candidates should describe their interest in the opportunity and highlight the leadership experience and qualifications they would bring to Oregon State Hospital.
Supplemental Questions – Answer supplemental questions accurately. Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire.
How to Apply External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or select the “Apply” tab above to submit your application. Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Benefits of Joining the Oregon Health Authority The State of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement through PERS/OPSRP; paid leave and holidays; deferred compensation and other optional benefits; potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness; and professional development opportunities.
Additional Details This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, executive service CEO position (Classification: Superintendent) based in Salem, Oregon. This is an in-office position. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position. We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience.
Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration. Contact Information Recruiter: See Eun Kim Email: See-Eun.
Kim@oha.oregon.gov Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above. Helpful Links & Resources How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources | What You Need to Know to Get the Job The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees.
We do not discriminate based on protected class, including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation, and do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.