What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator position at Benton County Oregon?
Job Summary
Want to do meaningful work that will leave a lasting impact in our community?
We are in search of a Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator to join our team!
JOB SUMMARY
We are in search of a Developmental Diversity Services Coordinator to join our team!
In this position, you would be responsible for helping to identify access, coordinate, create, and assure services to people with developmental disabilities. This includes advocating for the whole person with attention to the strengths, hopes, and special circumstances of each individual. Services coordinators facilitate individual choice and self-determination and assure health and safety needs through person-centered planning and ongoing support.
Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.
First review of applications will be on September 30, 2026.
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered.
Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.
BENEFITS
Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.
- Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 11 Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays 8 hours of vacation accrual every month sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
- $0 Health Insurance Premium!
- Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
- In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contributions!
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
- Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
- After 6 months of employment:
- The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
- The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
- After 6 months of employment:
- A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
- 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
- Annual Salary range of $69,716 - $104,019
- This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND
- 2 years professional experience in area of assignment
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The ideal candidate:
- Has a strong commitment to equity.
- Takes initiative and responsibility.
- Is Dependable, focused, and able to effectively collaborate with a team.
- Shows care and compassion to the people served.
- Problem solves through complex tasks and uses creativity, flexibility and adaptability.
- Oriented to learning and growth.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to:
Alicia Griggs, Developmental Diversity Team Coordinator
Email: alicia.griggs@bentoncountyor.gov
Phone: 541-766-6895
Working & Living in Benton County
Benton County (pop. 93,053; 679 sq. mi.) is in the middle of the Willamette Valley, with Corvallis (pop. 61,027) as the county seat. Established in 1847, nearly 12 years before Oregon became a state in 1859, the county is the state’s fourth smallest in terms of area and medium-sized with respect to population. Corvallis is home to Oregon State University (OSU), the city’s largest employer. Most of the rest of the county is farm and forest land, reflecting a much-treasured rural heritage.
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How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your Neo Gov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- A cover letter is required to be submitted with your application.
- 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 attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County 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 confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Salary : $69,716 - $104,019