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Torrey Sims
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager, Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Location: Portland, OR United States
Joined: Nov 18th, 2024

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Savannah State University class of 2019

Undergrad Major: Political Science

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Omega Psi Phi

Experience

I currently work with Oregon Department of Administrative Services as Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager
I have 10 years of experience working in the Government and Policy industry.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager | Oregon Department of Administrative Services
From October 2023 to Current • 3 year(s)
Serves as DEIB technical expert, developing and implementing policies, procedures, initiatives, training programs, and strategic planning for diversity efforts within the state agency.

Assistant Superintendent | Oregon Department of Education
From November 2024 to August 2025 • 1 year(s)
Led executive oversight of a $61.3M statewide program portfolio and $3.6M operational budget, serving as appointing authority for 25 staff and supervisory leaders. Directed division strategy and operational execution to align statewide education initiatives with legislative mandates, agency priorities, and biennium planning objectives. Provided executive leadership across program operations, fiscal administration, and policy implementation while advising senior leadership and testifying before the Oregon Legislature regarding program performance and funding allocations. Led enterprise-level program implementation across multiple divisions, aligning operational delivery with statutory requirements and strategic priorities while strengthening accountability for program outcomes and financial stewardship. � Exercised appointing authority over hiring, performance management, and compliance with state employment standards while strengthening leadership accountability across supervisory teams. � Directed a 40+ member cross-functional team of fiscal analysts, policy staff, and program managers delivering statewide education initiatives. � Led modernization of grant disbursement and financial monitoring systems, improving on-time fund obligation and reducing unspent balances across statewide programs. � Implemented operational reforms in hiring, procurement, and grant administration to strengthen program delivery and compliance. � Designed division governance frameworks including statutory compliance monitoring, operational controls, and program performance tracking.

Principal Internal Auditor | Oregon Department of Administrative Services
From April 2023 to October 2023 • 0 year(s)
Drafted audit scope and objectives, planned audits according to standards with equity framework, and led audit projects while providing guidance to staff.

Senior Internal Auditor | Oregon Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority
From August 2022 to April 2023 • 1 year(s)
Conducted comprehensive audits, evaluated internal control systems, and analyzed economy and effectiveness of operations while leading moderate scope audit projects.

Commissioner | Oregon Commission on Black Affairs
From February 2022 to July 2022 • 0 year(s)
Governor-appointed position serving as policy advisor to state leadership, empowering African American and Black communities through policy analysis and advocacy.

Investigator | The Oregon Government Ethics Commission
From November 2021 to May 2022 • 1 year(s)
Conducted investigations into alleged ethics violations, reviewed records and evidence, and provided testimony before the Commission and in administrative hearings.

Hearing Coordinator | The Office of Administrative Hearing
From January 2021 to November 2021 • 0 year(s)
Managed dockets for thirteen Administrative Law Judges, coordinated with various agencies and the public, and served as chair of the EDI committee.

Housing Graduate Assistant | Willamette University
From January 2020 to January 2021 • 1 year(s)
Managed 3 buildings and 16 resident assistants, enforced housing policies, and conducted staff performance evaluations.

Intern | US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
From January 2019 to January 2020 • 1 year(s)
Rotated between Investigation Unit and working with US Attorneys, conducted thorough investigations and prepared reports on discrimination cases.

Legal Assistant | Cox, Rodman, & Middleton LLC
From May 2016 to July 2018 • 2 year(s)
Reviewed and edited legal decisions, conducted legal research, and provided administrative support including drafting contracts and monitoring legislation.

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