Welcome to the Department of Administrative Services
The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is the central administrative agency of Oregon state government.
DAS works to effectively implement the policy and financial decisions made by the Governor and the Oregon Legislature. The department also sets and monitors high standards of accountability to ensure that state government uses tax dollars productively. To fulfill its mission, DAS supports state agencies by providing a strong and stable management infrastructure. As part of this effort, DAS works with private enterprise, citizens, and other government entities to develop an efficient service delivery system. More about DAS
DAS works to effectively implement the policy and financial decisions made by the Governor and the Oregon Legislature. The department also sets and monitors high standards of accountability to ensure that state government uses tax dollars productively. To fulfill its mission, DAS supports state agencies by providing a strong and stable management infrastructure. As part of this effort, DAS works with private enterprise, citizens, and other government entities to develop an efficient service delivery system. More about DAS
About DAS
Meet the state's Chief Operating Officer
Governor Kitzhaber has created a new position to review outdated systems, streamline departments and create efficiencies and cost savings in state government. The former head of Metro, Michael J. Jordan, is now Chief Operating Officer for state agencies; he reports directly to the Governor. Mr. Jordan leads the day-to-day operations of the state and is director of DAS. Read more
The mission of the Department of Administrative Services is to serve state government to benefit the people of Oregon. Our vision is to demonstrate value-driven leadership as we provide services and develop policy.
Transformation at DAS
DAS embarked on a transformation initiative in late 2009. The "Wall-2-Wall Initiative" involves implementing a new management system and an entrepreneurial management business model. Learn more at the Transformation website.
News and Announcements
Building Closure Notices with Mobile View
The Department of Administrative Services assists state agencies and citizens by posting announcements on this website if officials close state offices because of bad weather or other factors.
Administrative Restrictions
State agencies can access resources to address the hiring freeze, furlough days and other cost-reduction strategies by visiting the website of the Human Resource Services Division. See links below.
Economic Stimulus and Recovery
Oregon is focused on accelerating economic recovery by creating jobs and economic stability for communities throughout the state. For more information, visit Oregon's economic recovery website.
