Our Organization

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is a semi‑independent, self‑sustaining organization established in 1999 through the passage of Ballot Measure 68. The OCE Administrator is appointed by and reports to the Director of the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC). OCE operates without General Fund assistance, relying solely on revenue generated through the sale of its products and services.

The mission of Oregon Corrections Enterprises is to empower transformation through training, work, and reentry.

Organizational Oversight

As an extension of the Oregon Department of Corrections, OCE maintains a governance structure designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with statewide public‑safety and operational goals. Oversight includes:

Direct reporting of the OCE Administrator to the DOC Director
Ongoing internal collaboration with DOC leadership and operations
Guidance from the OCE Advisory Council, which provides policy and business input

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP

Melanie Doolin

The Administrator provides the vision and strategic direction for operations and administration of OCE programs, services, and businesses. They are responsible for determining policy and program priorities to ensure efficient and effective management of correctional industries within the state. The Administrator collaborates with the Oregon Department of Corrections' Director, Deputy Director, and executive managers to achieve and exceed the agencies' mutually shared mission of public safety and goal of reduced recidivism. Additionally, they liaise with external stakeholders, to foster collaboration and promote positive outcomes for adults in custody and the broader community. Annually, the Administrator reports to the Governor's Office and Legislative Assembly on the activities and operations of the agency.

mdoolin@oce.oregon.gov

Bjoern Bollmann

The Deputy Administrator implements the agency vision and strategic direction through leadership and guidance of the Executive Management team in the operation of OCE programs, services, and businesses. This role involves managing budgets, developing business plans, creating policies and procedures, analyzing performance metrics, and evaluating program effectiveness. Additionally, they liaise with external stakeholders, to foster collaboration and promote positive outcomes for adults in custody and the broader community.

bbollman@oce.oregon.gov

Audit Structure

OCE is committed to responsible, transparent operations and undergoes multiple audits:

Annual independent financial audit by a certified public accounting and consulting firm sanctioned by the Secretary of State
Periodic independent IT audits of OCE's information systems
Annual internal audits conducted by both OCE and DOC
Subject to audit by Oregon Secretary of State

These layers of review ensure OCE adheres to state expectations, private‑sector standards, and sound business practices.

Policies and Procedures

OCE models its policies and procedures after those established by the State of Oregon. All policies are reviewed and updated at least every five years, or more frequently when laws or rules change. OCE is represented legally by the Oregon Department of Justice at the same rates as other state agencies.

Financial Operations

OCE operates under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), similar to private‑sector businesses. Financial statements follow a fiscal‑year cycle and are filed annually through the Oregon Department of Administrative Services for inclusion in the State's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), for which OCE consistently earns Gold Star status.

OCE's revenue supports:

Operating expenses (staff salaries, utilities, freight, marketing, AIC awards, etc.)
Program expenses (materials and supplies used in work operations)
Capital expenditures (machinery and equipment for establishing and maintaining work programs)

Economic and Operational Responsibilities

Although taxpayer dollars do not fund OCE programs, the organization contributes to Oregon's economy through:

Local purchasing and support of Oregon vendors
Environmentally responsible business practices, including water reclamation and reduced chemical usage
Financial contributions by adults in custody toward obligations such as taxes and child support
Cost avoidance for the state related to the criminal justice system, as indicated by external research

"The Association of Oregon Corrections Employees, the labor organization that represents the men and women of Oregon Corrections Enterprises, is a proud supporter of the work done by OCE's staff and their positive interactions with the adults-in-custody that they supervise, train, and assist daily. The AOCE recognizes the ground-breaking skills work and education that dedicated OCE staff engage in with the adults in their custody and ensure that the AIC participants who leave their work places have skills, abilities, and the self-respect to be successful in the community. AOCE recognizes that this would not be possible without a great relationship between staff and the adults-in-custody that work with OCE."
AOCE Executive Board