Director of People & Culture

Role summary

Director of People & Culture is a full-time role at The Pathfinder Network in Portland, Oregon, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-03. Salary: USD 95,280–98,139 per year. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Director of People & Culture

Company

The Pathfinder Network

Location

Portland, Oregon, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Software Engineering

Salary

USD 95,280–98,139 per year

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-10-03

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

Since 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing justice-system impacted individuals and their families the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our communities. We serve individuals experiencing incarceration, those reentering the community, those on forms of community supervision, their families, and their children, within 9 of Oregon’s 11 corrections facilities and in the community in Multnomah, Jackson, Marion, and Clackamas Counties. We develop and deliver a comprehensive scope of evidence-based, trauma-, gender- and culturally-responsive cognitive behavioral-based programs, including our proprietary, evidence-based curriculum Parenting Inside Out, which is the highest-rated parenting skills curriculum for parents involved with the criminal justice system. Our community programs feature holistic wraparound individual and group support and services. We serve an average of 4,000 people a year agency-wide.

We show up for our employees by providing support and resources in six key areas that make up our total package, and we always strive to expand on what we offer: compensation, development, wellness, benefits, recognition and service. This includes:

Generous paid time off (12 accrued vacation days + 12 accrued sick days during your first year of employment, mental wellness hours)

17 paid days of significance each year

Extended holiday days of significance with a week off at the end of the year and 3 4-day weekends

Paid 30-minute lunch breaks

Employer-paid employee-only medical, vision and dental coverage starting first day of employment

Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Assistance Program, and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account

401k retirement plan with 3% employer match, fully vested immediately

Employer-paid short-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment

Supplemental virtual healthcare for employees and dependents

Employment with TPN may mean you are eligible for Public Service Student Loan forgiveness

Employee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag store

Bilingual pay differential for eligible positions

Shared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growth

Development opportunities and trainings

We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable, just and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable and inclusive practices. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.

At TPN, we envision communities that welcome all people, provide second chances, and create pathways to change. We believe all people have the capacity to change. We honor the dignity and worth of every individual, engage our clients and employees with compassion, and bring excellence to all we do. To learn more, go to https://www.thepathfindernetwork.org/about/ .

HIRING PRACTICES

We admit that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet each and every position requirement – instead, use your application to let us know what excites you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would like to bring to TPN!

If reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at ewatson@thepathfindernetwork.org or 503.892.5396.

TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

In practice, this means we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, marital status or political affiliation. We also take seriously the idea that our work benefits from a genuine commitment to diversity, by considering applications from individuals representing all kinds of backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DO

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

As the Director of People and Culture, you are a key strategic leader shaping the vision, strategy, and systems that strengthen The Pathfinder Network’s culture, workforce, and capacity to deliver on our mission. You drive and carry out a people strategy that strengthens organizational health, sustainability, equity, and belonging; grows leadership at every level; and connects our people practices to our mission, vision, and values. You lead by example, modeling and driving a culture of accountability and support, and lead in shaping a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you drive organizational development and decision-making through a people-centered lens, ensuring that our policies, practices, and culture reflect our values.

Responsibilities

People Operations Management and Strategy

Drive the vision, strategy, and long-term priorities for the People and Culture Department, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.

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