Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about co-creating human-centered, community-driven solutions that facilitate a full range of trauma-informed crisis care services? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The purpose of this position is to provide development, implementation, and accountability of the implementation of the 988 and the behavioral health crisis service system in Oregon as directed to OHA under HB 2417. The employee focuses specifically on supporting the implementation planning by identifying key partners, design the scope of work as outlined, develop associated policy and program materials, facilitate weekly/monthly program site meetings, as well as monitoring system performance and outcomes of the project.
Associated work includes acting as a subject matter expert to support the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis System Manager in preparing recommendation for Legislative Session work, Government Relations, OHA leadership and community partners, such as Child Welfare, community criminal legal system, Local Alcohol and Drug Policy committees and behavioral health providers. This position must understand the intent, planning and priorities of the 988 crisis line and all components to be implemented under HB 2417 (2021) and the Crisis Now model. Projects assigned to this position are sometimes pilots and require strategic thinking and planning to develop a template for statewide expansion.
The person in this position will manage large and complex contracts that blend multiple funding streams, including federal funding that has separate contracting and reporting requirements. The person in this position is responsible for contract accountability and success. Such work may include corrective action planning or repayment planning with providers.
Externally, this positions provides technical assistance to local government and community providers so they may expand existing services and develop infrastructure for services serving rural and frontier communities, as well as communities most harmed by historical and contemporary inequities and social injustices.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages.
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Experience and knowledge of Oregon's Behavioral Health System and relational landscape of key partners, providers, community based organizations, peer delivered services, and advocacy groups.
Specific knowledge and understanding of the full continuum of behavioral health care, with specific understanding of the cross section between mental health, substance use disorder, community criminal legal system and systemic racism.
Specific knowledge and understanding of crisis care services, tools, and resources, including community-based mobile crisis intervention teams and mobile response and stabilization services.
Knowledge about contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and project management within the context of Oregon state government (e.g. OHA/ODHS) or other complex health services delivery organizations.
Ability to demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook skillset; and skilled use of collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Smartsheet.
Specific knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, iterative design, and improvement science.
Experience and knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and metrics within the context of health policy, health systems, and health care delivery settings.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to effectively manage multiple project timelines, contracts, plans, and deliverables.
Experience using a wide variety of research and evaluation methods, including quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods; demonstrated skill in presenting and articulating the value and relevance of data, research, and administrative studies.
Experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information, verbal and written, that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and appropriate.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Strong Oral and Written Communication
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about co-creating human-centered, community-driven solutions that facilitate a full range of trauma-informed crisis care services? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The purpose of this position is to provide development, implementation, and accountability of the implementation of the 988 and the behavioral health crisis service system in Oregon as directed to OHA under HB 2417. The employee focuses specifically on supporting the implementation planning by identifying key partners, design the scope of work as outlined, develop associated policy and program materials, facilitate weekly/monthly program site meetings, as well as monitoring system performance and outcomes of the project.
Associated work includes acting as a subject matter expert to support the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis System Manager in preparing recommendation for Legislative Session work, Government Relations, OHA leadership and community partners, such as Child Welfare, community criminal legal system, Local Alcohol and Drug Policy committees and behavioral health providers. This position must understand the intent, planning and priorities of the 988 crisis line and all components to be implemented under HB 2417 (2021) and the Crisis Now model. Projects assigned to this position are sometimes pilots and require strategic thinking and planning to develop a template for statewide expansion.
The person in this position will manage large and complex contracts that blend multiple funding streams, including federal funding that has separate contracting and reporting requirements. The person in this position is responsible for contract accountability and success. Such work may include corrective action planning or repayment planning with providers.
Externally, this positions provides technical assistance to local government and community providers so they may expand existing services and develop infrastructure for services serving rural and frontier communities, as well as communities most harmed by historical and contemporary inequities and social injustices.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages.
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Experience and knowledge of Oregon's Behavioral Health System and relational landscape of key partners, providers, community based organizations, peer delivered services, and advocacy groups.
Specific knowledge and understanding of the full continuum of behavioral health care, with specific understanding of the cross section between mental health, substance use disorder, community criminal legal system and systemic racism.
Specific knowledge and understanding of crisis care services, tools, and resources, including community-based mobile crisis intervention teams and mobile response and stabilization services.
Knowledge about contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and project management within the context of Oregon state government (e.g. OHA/ODHS) or other complex health services delivery organizations.
Ability to demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook skillset; and skilled use of collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Smartsheet.
Specific knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, iterative design, and improvement science.
Experience and knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and metrics within the context of health policy, health systems, and health care delivery settings.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to effectively manage multiple project timelines, contracts, plans, and deliverables.
Experience using a wide variety of research and evaluation methods, including quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods; demonstrated skill in presenting and articulating the value and relevance of data, research, and administrative studies.
Experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information, verbal and written, that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and appropriate.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Strong Oral and Written Communication
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about co-creating human-centered, community-driven solutions that promote an equitable and effective approach to the community criminal legal and corrections systems in Oregon? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
These two positions are within the Office of Behavioral Health Services, Intensive Services Unit. This unit coordinates behavioral health services for individuals in Oregon most impacted by health inequalities including, but not limited to:
people who have entered the behavioral health system through Oregon’s courts and other justice involved populations.
people with complex clinical needs, often with co-occurring mental health, substance use disorders, medical issues, and sometimes intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injuries.
In addition, many people served by this unit have suffered major trauma and continue to struggle with housing and other social determinants of health.
The Intensive Services Unit provides system management, coordination, and performance evaluation. Working across all levels of government, particularly county and state justice systems, this includes statutory analysis, legislative concept development, Oregon Administrative Rule analysis and management, contract development and administration, budgetary oversight, program technical assistance, trouble-shooting, barrier removal and care coordination across multiple service and funding systems including the Oregon State Hospital, Residential Treatment Systems, Community Mental Health Programs, local hospital emergency rooms, Acute Care units, Medicaid systems, Coordinated Care Organizations, and providers, with a focus on inclusion of peer run organization and consumer driven input. Further, the unit provides critical coordination with the judicial branch of government including local law enforcement, State Police and Oregon’s court systems to manage and develop behavioral health systems for people who have been committed under Oregon Revised Statutes, Chapters 161 and 426 (Aid and Assist, Civil Commitment, Jail Diversion, and Guilty Except for Insanity/Psychiatric Security Review Board).
Forensic Program Analyst. The purpose of this position it to coordinate Intensive Services data collection and analysis. This position is responsible for researching and recommending outcome and performance measures related to the four population areas within Intensive Services: Aid and Assist, Civil Commitment, Jail Diversion, and GEI/PSRB.
Forensic Diversion Implementation Coordinator. This position will serve as a forensic diversion programs subject matter expert who will provide oversight of program development and implementation with essential community partners and providers.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Experience developing, implementing policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Do you have experience developing, implementing, and providing oversight of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about co-creating human-centered, community-driven solutions that promote an equitable and effective approach to the community criminal legal and corrections systems in Oregon? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
These two positions are within the Office of Behavioral Health Services, Intensive Services Unit. This unit coordinates behavioral health services for individuals in Oregon most impacted by health inequalities including, but not limited to:
people who have entered the behavioral health system through Oregon’s courts and other justice involved populations.
people with complex clinical needs, often with co-occurring mental health, substance use disorders, medical issues, and sometimes intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injuries.
In addition, many people served by this unit have suffered major trauma and continue to struggle with housing and other social determinants of health.
The Intensive Services Unit provides system management, coordination, and performance evaluation. Working across all levels of government, particularly county and state justice systems, this includes statutory analysis, legislative concept development, Oregon Administrative Rule analysis and management, contract development and administration, budgetary oversight, program technical assistance, trouble-shooting, barrier removal and care coordination across multiple service and funding systems including the Oregon State Hospital, Residential Treatment Systems, Community Mental Health Programs, local hospital emergency rooms, Acute Care units, Medicaid systems, Coordinated Care Organizations, and providers, with a focus on inclusion of peer run organization and consumer driven input. Further, the unit provides critical coordination with the judicial branch of government including local law enforcement, State Police and Oregon’s court systems to manage and develop behavioral health systems for people who have been committed under Oregon Revised Statutes, Chapters 161 and 426 (Aid and Assist, Civil Commitment, Jail Diversion, and Guilty Except for Insanity/Psychiatric Security Review Board).
Forensic Program Analyst. The purpose of this position it to coordinate Intensive Services data collection and analysis. This position is responsible for researching and recommending outcome and performance measures related to the four population areas within Intensive Services: Aid and Assist, Civil Commitment, Jail Diversion, and GEI/PSRB.
Forensic Diversion Implementation Coordinator. This position will serve as a forensic diversion programs subject matter expert who will provide oversight of program development and implementation with essential community partners and providers.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Experience developing, implementing policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Do you have experience promoting and working with schools based health services for children and youth with medical/behavioral health care needs so they are able to fully participate in their education? Are you passionate about assuring equitable access for the health supports and services that youth and their families need to thrive in their learning and well-being? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The purpose of this position is to serve as the Medicaid subject matter expert for the Medicaid School Based Health Services (SBHS) programs, along with deliverables for approved programs. The position will work across a variety of divisions and programs within OHA, informing partners leadership, and legislators of options to leverage federal matching funds to administer the SBHS programs, and to inform leadership about options of the state plan and waiver programs within state and federal regulations.
Primary functions of this position include the following:
Develop and/or maintain expertise in Oregon’s Medicaid school based health system, state and national integration models and best practices
Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed policies with recommendations for leadership
Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external partners, including people accessing OHP benefits, communities and areas that have historically been underservice and underrepresented
Develop informational documents and meeting materials for internal and external partners
Develop and document work plans
Facilitate and engage in partnership meetings, steering committees, and various workgroups, including CCOs, and the Department of Education
Monitor, analyze, and interpret federal and state policy, including tracking new bills, regulations, and administrative rules
Develop and monitor reimbursement rates, updating agency fee schedules, MMIS, partner communication, guidance, and agency webpage
Identify and link options to leverage Home and Community Based Services as part of SBHS delivery systems
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Strong Oral and Written Communication
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Do you have experience promoting and working with schools based health services for children and youth with medical/behavioral health care needs so they are able to fully participate in their education? Are you passionate about assuring equitable access for the health supports and services that youth and their families need to thrive in their learning and well-being? We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The purpose of this position is to serve as the Medicaid subject matter expert for the Medicaid School Based Health Services (SBHS) programs, along with deliverables for approved programs. The position will work across a variety of divisions and programs within OHA, informing partners leadership, and legislators of options to leverage federal matching funds to administer the SBHS programs, and to inform leadership about options of the state plan and waiver programs within state and federal regulations.
Primary functions of this position include the following:
Develop and/or maintain expertise in Oregon’s Medicaid school based health system, state and national integration models and best practices
Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed policies with recommendations for leadership
Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external partners, including people accessing OHP benefits, communities and areas that have historically been underservice and underrepresented
Develop informational documents and meeting materials for internal and external partners
Develop and document work plans
Facilitate and engage in partnership meetings, steering committees, and various workgroups, including CCOs, and the Department of Education
Monitor, analyze, and interpret federal and state policy, including tracking new bills, regulations, and administrative rules
Develop and monitor reimbursement rates, updating agency fee schedules, MMIS, partner communication, guidance, and agency webpage
Identify and link options to leverage Home and Community Based Services as part of SBHS delivery systems
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you?
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs.
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Contract Administration
Data Synthesis, Analysis and Reporting
Legislative Coordination
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Policy Advisement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
Strong Oral and Written Communication
Systems and Organizational Improvement
Expert level Technical Assistance
Oregon Health Authority
Salem and Portland, OR, USA
Do you have experience evaluating and elevating the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about shaping and influencing data analyses and visualization that facilitate compassionate awareness and collaborative action for a human-centered continuum of behavioral health care supports and services? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill two (2) permanent, full-time positions. These positions are classified and are represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Opioid Settlement Data Liaison. This position exists within the Addiction Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to support the Opioid Settlement Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Board and initiatives directed by the Board. This position collaborates with analytical, epidemiological and program staff within the Health Systems, Health Policy and Analytics, and Public Health Divisions to scope, design and develop visualizations and other means of communicating data for a variety of audiences, including legislators and members of the public. This position liaises between data stewards and data users to identify data-related communication needs and context to ensure development of culturally sensitive, accessible visualization and interpretation products using data from a variety of sources. This position centers health equity and cultural sensitivity in dissemination of qualitative and quantitative injury and violence information to partners via presentations, data visualizations and reports, and ensures non-stigmatizing communication about harm reduction and opioid and other substance use data related to disproportionately affected communities.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Behavioral Health Research Analyst. The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership in the research and synthesis of best practices and behavioral health industry standards across service areas at the state and localized regional levels. The position will work closely with their supervisor, the Behavioral Health Quality Assurance Manager, and will support continuous quality improvement efforts as it pertains to research, data analysis, recommendations, and evaluation. Additionally, this role will develop concept papers, presentations, data analysis and visualization, and reports on behalf of the Behavioral Health Director and for a variety of audiences, including legislators and members of the public. Concept areas include, but are not limited to: mental health, Substance Use Disorder, co-occurring disorders, child/adolescent behavioral health, adult continuum of care, culturally specific service provision, etc.
In this capacity, this position will collaborate, co-design, vet and validate with program, policy, research, and government relations/legislative coordination staff and leadership within Behavioral Health and Medicaid; across divisions, including Health Policy and Analytics, Equity & Inclusion, Public Health, and OSH; and across agencies, including Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS). This position centers health equity and cultural sensitivity in dissemination of qualitative and quantitative information to partners via presentations, data visualizations and reports, and ensures non-stigmatizing communication about behavioral health data related to disproportionately affected communities.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.
OR
A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and one year experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.
Desired Attributes
Experience in advancing health equity, including effective delivery of culturally responsive and inclusive services, evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility, and knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on health outcomes.
Experience evaluating and elevating the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Experience in collaborating with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities; demonstrated ability to build and steward positive relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color, immigrant groups, the disability and neurodivergent communities, veterans, older adults, individuals identifying as LGBTQIA+ and other communities that have been traditionally marginalized.
Specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes, other applicable regulations, and program requirements.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Experience and knowledge of Oregon's Behavioral Health System and relational landscape of key partners, providers, community based organizations, and advocacy groups.
Professional or lived experience communicating to diverse audiences, including community members, about application of data for prevention.
Demonstrated knowledge of national third-party payers, health care delivery trends, and medical technologies and standards.
Experience using medical expenditure and utilization data to monitor, plan and evaluate the cost effectiveness, access and quality of medical programs.
Strong communication skills across a variety of forms that demonstrate the ability to facilitate appreciative inquiry, foster trust and transparency, and promote human-centered change management.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Data Analysis and Visualization
Expert level Technical Assistance
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-139446
Application Deadline: 10/15/2023
Oct 06, 2023
Full time
Do you have experience evaluating and elevating the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and reduce disparities? Are you passionate about shaping and influencing data analyses and visualization that facilitate compassionate awareness and collaborative action for a human-centered continuum of behavioral health care supports and services? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill two (2) permanent, full-time positions. These positions are classified and are represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Opioid Settlement Data Liaison. This position exists within the Addiction Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to support the Opioid Settlement Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Board and initiatives directed by the Board. This position collaborates with analytical, epidemiological and program staff within the Health Systems, Health Policy and Analytics, and Public Health Divisions to scope, design and develop visualizations and other means of communicating data for a variety of audiences, including legislators and members of the public. This position liaises between data stewards and data users to identify data-related communication needs and context to ensure development of culturally sensitive, accessible visualization and interpretation products using data from a variety of sources. This position centers health equity and cultural sensitivity in dissemination of qualitative and quantitative injury and violence information to partners via presentations, data visualizations and reports, and ensures non-stigmatizing communication about harm reduction and opioid and other substance use data related to disproportionately affected communities.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Behavioral Health Research Analyst. The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership in the research and synthesis of best practices and behavioral health industry standards across service areas at the state and localized regional levels. The position will work closely with their supervisor, the Behavioral Health Quality Assurance Manager, and will support continuous quality improvement efforts as it pertains to research, data analysis, recommendations, and evaluation. Additionally, this role will develop concept papers, presentations, data analysis and visualization, and reports on behalf of the Behavioral Health Director and for a variety of audiences, including legislators and members of the public. Concept areas include, but are not limited to: mental health, Substance Use Disorder, co-occurring disorders, child/adolescent behavioral health, adult continuum of care, culturally specific service provision, etc.
In this capacity, this position will collaborate, co-design, vet and validate with program, policy, research, and government relations/legislative coordination staff and leadership within Behavioral Health and Medicaid; across divisions, including Health Policy and Analytics, Equity & Inclusion, Public Health, and OSH; and across agencies, including Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS). This position centers health equity and cultural sensitivity in dissemination of qualitative and quantitative information to partners via presentations, data visualizations and reports, and ensures non-stigmatizing communication about behavioral health data related to disproportionately affected communities.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.
OR
A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and one year experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.
Desired Attributes
Experience in advancing health equity, including effective delivery of culturally responsive and inclusive services, evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility, and knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on health outcomes.
Experience evaluating and elevating the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that promote equity and inclusion and address systemic health disparities, with an emphasis on integrating the voice of consumers with lived experience.
Experience in collaborating with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities; demonstrated ability to build and steward positive relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color, immigrant groups, the disability and neurodivergent communities, veterans, older adults, individuals identifying as LGBTQIA+ and other communities that have been traditionally marginalized.
Specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes, other applicable regulations, and program requirements.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid Administration in Oregon, and experience in working with Community Mental Health Programs, Behavioral Health Service Providers, Coordinated Care Organizations or other managed care entities and their leadership to guide operations and policies.
Experience and knowledge of Oregon's Behavioral Health System and relational landscape of key partners, providers, community based organizations, and advocacy groups.
Professional or lived experience communicating to diverse audiences, including community members, about application of data for prevention.
Demonstrated knowledge of national third-party payers, health care delivery trends, and medical technologies and standards.
Experience using medical expenditure and utilization data to monitor, plan and evaluate the cost effectiveness, access and quality of medical programs.
Strong communication skills across a variety of forms that demonstrate the ability to facilitate appreciative inquiry, foster trust and transparency, and promote human-centered change management.
Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
Community and Partner Engagement
Data Analysis and Visualization
Expert level Technical Assistance
Performance / Process / Quality Improvement
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Project Management
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-139446
Application Deadline: 10/15/2023
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section is recruiting for an Alcohol and Other Drug Policy and Programs Specialist to advance policy and program goals and objectives related to substance use prevention and the social and economic burden of excessive alcohol use on Oregonians.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What you will do!
Project and Program Coordination and Administration
Conduct project management activities for alcohol and other drug related initiatives
Support development, monitoring, guidance, and oversight of project related budgets, contracts, and state and federal grants
Facilitate and foster collaborative internal and external partnerships in support of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) prevention
Promote communication and coordination with other prevention related initiatives to advance collaborative, system wide impacts
Policy and Partnership Development and Consultation
Support community needs assessment, partner outreach and engagement, and linkage to state and national training and technical assistance resources
Advise on unmet needs, system gaps, and allocation of substance use prevention funding and other resources
Track data, research, and best and emerging practices for alcohol and other drug primary prevention, including population- and environmental-level initiatives
Evaluate and recommend program and policy priorities and strategies
Provide support for implementation of legislative and policy initiatives
Strategic Planning and Alignment
Facilitate collaborative relationships among local, state and national government agencies and community-based organizations.
Contribute to inter-disciplinary teams working to align alcohol and other drug prevention initiatives across the Center for Prevention and Health Promotion, OHA and other state agencies
Advance strategic goals outlined in the Alcohol Drug Policy Commission’s Strategic Plan and Healthier Together Oregon’s (HTO) - Behavioral Health Priority Area.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a program.
A degree in Public Health, or Behavioral or Social Sciences can substitute for some of this experience.
Associate Degree will substitute 18 months of experience.
Bachelor’s Degree will substitute 3 years of experience.
Master’s Degree will substitute 4 years of experience.
Doctorate will substitute 5 years of experience.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience with budgets, grants, contract management and grantee/partner training and technical assistance.
Experience with leading, coordinating, and/or facilitating inner agency, other government entities, and community collaborations and conversations.
Experience supporting implementation of local ATOD prevention or health promotion programs
Experience providing interpretation and recommendation regarding policies, processes, and procedures and suggesting changes as needed including facilitating the implementation of decided improvements.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-139162
DEADLINE: 10/18/2023
Oct 04, 2023
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section is recruiting for an Alcohol and Other Drug Policy and Programs Specialist to advance policy and program goals and objectives related to substance use prevention and the social and economic burden of excessive alcohol use on Oregonians.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What you will do!
Project and Program Coordination and Administration
Conduct project management activities for alcohol and other drug related initiatives
Support development, monitoring, guidance, and oversight of project related budgets, contracts, and state and federal grants
Facilitate and foster collaborative internal and external partnerships in support of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) prevention
Promote communication and coordination with other prevention related initiatives to advance collaborative, system wide impacts
Policy and Partnership Development and Consultation
Support community needs assessment, partner outreach and engagement, and linkage to state and national training and technical assistance resources
Advise on unmet needs, system gaps, and allocation of substance use prevention funding and other resources
Track data, research, and best and emerging practices for alcohol and other drug primary prevention, including population- and environmental-level initiatives
Evaluate and recommend program and policy priorities and strategies
Provide support for implementation of legislative and policy initiatives
Strategic Planning and Alignment
Facilitate collaborative relationships among local, state and national government agencies and community-based organizations.
Contribute to inter-disciplinary teams working to align alcohol and other drug prevention initiatives across the Center for Prevention and Health Promotion, OHA and other state agencies
Advance strategic goals outlined in the Alcohol Drug Policy Commission’s Strategic Plan and Healthier Together Oregon’s (HTO) - Behavioral Health Priority Area.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are many times that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a program.
A degree in Public Health, or Behavioral or Social Sciences can substitute for some of this experience.
Associate Degree will substitute 18 months of experience.
Bachelor’s Degree will substitute 3 years of experience.
Master’s Degree will substitute 4 years of experience.
Doctorate will substitute 5 years of experience.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience with budgets, grants, contract management and grantee/partner training and technical assistance.
Experience with leading, coordinating, and/or facilitating inner agency, other government entities, and community collaborations and conversations.
Experience supporting implementation of local ATOD prevention or health promotion programs
Experience providing interpretation and recommendation regarding policies, processes, and procedures and suggesting changes as needed including facilitating the implementation of decided improvements.
How to apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-139162
DEADLINE: 10/18/2023
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Education. In the interim, this position reports to the Acting Senior Vice President, Education Staff reporting to this position: Policy Analyst Department: Education Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 8 Minimum compensation: $112,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Senior Director of Workforce Development Policy within the Education department. The ideal candidate will be widely experienced in the subject area and is familiar with existing federal, state, and/or local approaches to workforce development, including effective training programs, strengthening community colleges, adult education, career and technical education, and assessing workforce needs related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS). The Senior Director will have a demonstrated ability to develop and advocate for progressive ideas that support higher wages, economic mobility, educational attainment, equity, and the overall competitiveness of the economy. They will partner with policy teams and experts across the organization to ensure that workforce and training is a complement to a wide range of policy goals.
The successful candidate will be guided by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country. The core function of the Senior Director will be to lead research and analysis of workforce development policy, with a lens that maximally advances American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Conduct original research and analysis of workforce development issues.
Research legislative and administrative workforce development policies, including support for community colleges and workforce development opportunities in major economic policy legislation (the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS).
Engage external stakeholders across workforce development, education, labor, government, philanthropy, community groups, workforce policy organizations, and others to assist in the development, promotion, and dissemination of policy proposals.
Build and manage a coalition focused on community colleges.
Develop, implement, and manage the production and distribution of policy proposals and products.
Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility.
Manage and supervise staff as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to manage a consultative process, developing collaborative projects and working across a wide range of areas to get input and feedback from staff across American Progress on written products.
Ability to analyze workforce development and labor market challenges and to develop practical, implementable policy solutions to address them.
Familiarity with the federal policymaking processes and workforce development legislation; policies and programs, such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the National Apprenticeship Act, the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, and the Higher Education Act; and workforce development opportunities in the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS.
Ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work well on a team and to work with staff across different policy disciplines.
Ability to explain complex policy ideas and data analysis clearly through written, visual, and verbal communication.
Meticulousness, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly get up to speed on a new policy area or research question.
Comfort working under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility, commitment to working toward broader Education department goals, and the willingness to apply skills across a wide range of issue areas and organizational needs.
Effective supervisory skills and the ability to manage and mentor staff.
A track record of thought leadership in the field, likely including experience developing new policy.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $112,000.
American Progress’ hybrid work policy is posted on our Jobs page. Please visit this page for updates. Any changes to this policy will also be communicated at the time of hire.
Aug 24, 2023
Full time
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Education. In the interim, this position reports to the Acting Senior Vice President, Education Staff reporting to this position: Policy Analyst Department: Education Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 8 Minimum compensation: $112,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Senior Director of Workforce Development Policy within the Education department. The ideal candidate will be widely experienced in the subject area and is familiar with existing federal, state, and/or local approaches to workforce development, including effective training programs, strengthening community colleges, adult education, career and technical education, and assessing workforce needs related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS). The Senior Director will have a demonstrated ability to develop and advocate for progressive ideas that support higher wages, economic mobility, educational attainment, equity, and the overall competitiveness of the economy. They will partner with policy teams and experts across the organization to ensure that workforce and training is a complement to a wide range of policy goals.
The successful candidate will be guided by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country. The core function of the Senior Director will be to lead research and analysis of workforce development policy, with a lens that maximally advances American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Conduct original research and analysis of workforce development issues.
Research legislative and administrative workforce development policies, including support for community colleges and workforce development opportunities in major economic policy legislation (the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS).
Engage external stakeholders across workforce development, education, labor, government, philanthropy, community groups, workforce policy organizations, and others to assist in the development, promotion, and dissemination of policy proposals.
Build and manage a coalition focused on community colleges.
Develop, implement, and manage the production and distribution of policy proposals and products.
Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility.
Manage and supervise staff as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to manage a consultative process, developing collaborative projects and working across a wide range of areas to get input and feedback from staff across American Progress on written products.
Ability to analyze workforce development and labor market challenges and to develop practical, implementable policy solutions to address them.
Familiarity with the federal policymaking processes and workforce development legislation; policies and programs, such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the National Apprenticeship Act, the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, and the Higher Education Act; and workforce development opportunities in the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS.
Ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work well on a team and to work with staff across different policy disciplines.
Ability to explain complex policy ideas and data analysis clearly through written, visual, and verbal communication.
Meticulousness, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly get up to speed on a new policy area or research question.
Comfort working under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility, commitment to working toward broader Education department goals, and the willingness to apply skills across a wide range of issue areas and organizational needs.
Effective supervisory skills and the ability to manage and mentor staff.
A track record of thought leadership in the field, likely including experience developing new policy.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $112,000.
American Progress’ hybrid work policy is posted on our Jobs page. Please visit this page for updates. Any changes to this policy will also be communicated at the time of hire.
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Education. In the interim, this position reports to the Acting Senior Vice President, Education Staff reporting to this position: Policy Analyst Department: Education Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 8 Minimum compensation: $112,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Senior Director of Workforce Development Policy within the Education department. The ideal candidate will be widely experienced in the subject area and is familiar with existing federal, state, and/or local approaches to workforce development, including effective training programs, strengthening community colleges, adult education, career and technical education, and assessing workforce needs related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS). The Senior Director will have a demonstrated ability to develop and advocate for progressive ideas that support higher wages, economic mobility, educational attainment, equity, and the overall competitiveness of the economy. They will partner with policy teams and experts across the organization to ensure that workforce and training is a complement to a wide range of policy goals.
The successful candidate will be guided by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country. The core function of the Senior Director will be to lead research and analysis of workforce development policy, with a lens that maximally advances American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Conduct original research and analysis of workforce development issues.
Research legislative and administrative workforce development policies, including support for community colleges and workforce development opportunities in major economic policy legislation (the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS).
Engage external stakeholders across workforce development, education, labor, government, philanthropy, community groups, workforce policy organizations, and others to assist in the development, promotion, and dissemination of policy proposals.
Build and manage a coalition focused on community colleges.
Develop, implement, and manage the production and distribution of policy proposals and products.
Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility.
Manage and supervise staff as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to manage a consultative process, developing collaborative projects and working across a wide range of areas to get input and feedback from staff across American Progress on written products.
Ability to analyze workforce development and labor market challenges and to develop practical, implementable policy solutions to address them.
Familiarity with the federal policymaking processes and workforce development legislation; policies and programs, such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the National Apprenticeship Act, the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, and the Higher Education Act; and workforce development opportunities in the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS.
Ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work well on a team and to work with staff across different policy disciplines.
Ability to explain complex policy ideas and data analysis clearly through written, visual, and verbal communication.
Meticulousness, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly get up to speed on a new policy area or research question.
Comfort working under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility, commitment to working toward broader Education department goals, and the willingness to apply skills across a wide range of issue areas and organizational needs.
Effective supervisory skills and the ability to manage and mentor staff.
A track record of thought leadership in the field, likely including experience developing new policy.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $112,000.
American Progress’ hybrid work policy is posted on our Jobs page. Please visit this page for updates. Any changes to this policy will also be communicated at the time of hire.
Aug 24, 2023
Full time
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Education. In the interim, this position reports to the Acting Senior Vice President, Education Staff reporting to this position: Policy Analyst Department: Education Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 8 Minimum compensation: $112,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Senior Director of Workforce Development Policy within the Education department. The ideal candidate will be widely experienced in the subject area and is familiar with existing federal, state, and/or local approaches to workforce development, including effective training programs, strengthening community colleges, adult education, career and technical education, and assessing workforce needs related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS). The Senior Director will have a demonstrated ability to develop and advocate for progressive ideas that support higher wages, economic mobility, educational attainment, equity, and the overall competitiveness of the economy. They will partner with policy teams and experts across the organization to ensure that workforce and training is a complement to a wide range of policy goals.
The successful candidate will be guided by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country. The core function of the Senior Director will be to lead research and analysis of workforce development policy, with a lens that maximally advances American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Conduct original research and analysis of workforce development issues.
Research legislative and administrative workforce development policies, including support for community colleges and workforce development opportunities in major economic policy legislation (the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS).
Engage external stakeholders across workforce development, education, labor, government, philanthropy, community groups, workforce policy organizations, and others to assist in the development, promotion, and dissemination of policy proposals.
Build and manage a coalition focused on community colleges.
Develop, implement, and manage the production and distribution of policy proposals and products.
Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility.
Manage and supervise staff as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to manage a consultative process, developing collaborative projects and working across a wide range of areas to get input and feedback from staff across American Progress on written products.
Ability to analyze workforce development and labor market challenges and to develop practical, implementable policy solutions to address them.
Familiarity with the federal policymaking processes and workforce development legislation; policies and programs, such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the National Apprenticeship Act, the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, and the Higher Education Act; and workforce development opportunities in the IIJA, Inflation Reduction Act, and CHIPS.
Ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work well on a team and to work with staff across different policy disciplines.
Ability to explain complex policy ideas and data analysis clearly through written, visual, and verbal communication.
Meticulousness, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly get up to speed on a new policy area or research question.
Comfort working under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility, commitment to working toward broader Education department goals, and the willingness to apply skills across a wide range of issue areas and organizational needs.
Effective supervisory skills and the ability to manage and mentor staff.
A track record of thought leadership in the field, likely including experience developing new policy.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $112,000.
American Progress’ hybrid work policy is posted on our Jobs page. Please visit this page for updates. Any changes to this policy will also be communicated at the time of hire.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 4).
D uring normal conditions, this position is designated as hybrid, typically in the office no more than three days a week.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management services position which is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are eligible for benefits. The duration of this position is expected to end on June 30, 2024. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.
The mission of Oregon's Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program is to develop public health systems to prepare for and respond to major, acute threats and emergencies that impact the health of people in Oregon. We collaborate with Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) and our local, regional and national Emergency Management partners
What will you do?
As the Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator, you will lead program planning for health care facility and health system recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and successive waves of patient surges and workforce stressors. You will develop strategies for the recovery of health systems in ways that will allow them to come back stronger and better able to prevent health equity gaps that have occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, you will develop agreements, contracts and policy proposals that build system- and state-level recovery programs that will rebuild the health care infrastructure, finances, and workforce stronger and more resilient than before the pandemic to prepare them for future threats. This position plays a central role in the implementation of HSPR’s surge plans in support of health care coalitions, health systems and the health care workforce through emergency contracts, and other agreements.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
Benefits:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefits package for you and your qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave:
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement
In addition to medical benefits and employee leave, the state provides optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Please click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field in addition to five years of professional level operation and management experience related to public health,
OR; eight years of professional level operations and policy management experience related to public health.
Requested Skills:
Experience in emergency management planning concepts and public health systems.
Experience in fiscal and policy analysis.
Experience managing statewide legislative issues that include writing legislative concepts, testimony, and reports for bills related to emergency volunteer liability and other rules related to public health emergency preparedness.
Experience coordinating Rules Advisory Committees and public hearing processes and writing draft rules in partnership with the Department of Justice that support emergency volunteer liability or other public health emergency preparedness issues.
Experience developing strategies and implementation of federal laws surrounding American Disabilities Act & Language Access requirements that impact internal and external partners and the Oregon community.
Experience managing and coordinating fiscal and policy issues, budget management, national reporting and public relations.
Experience communicating effectively with federal, regional, local, state and non-governmental public health and public safety staff, including management and policy-level officials.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
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Please Apply At the Link Down Below:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Surge-Policy---Fiscal-Coordinator--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR_REQ-116027
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 4).
D uring normal conditions, this position is designated as hybrid, typically in the office no more than three days a week.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management services position which is not represented by a union. Limited duration positions are eligible for benefits. The duration of this position is expected to end on June 30, 2024. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.
The mission of Oregon's Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program is to develop public health systems to prepare for and respond to major, acute threats and emergencies that impact the health of people in Oregon. We collaborate with Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) and our local, regional and national Emergency Management partners
What will you do?
As the Surge Policy & Fiscal Coordinator, you will lead program planning for health care facility and health system recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and successive waves of patient surges and workforce stressors. You will develop strategies for the recovery of health systems in ways that will allow them to come back stronger and better able to prevent health equity gaps that have occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, you will develop agreements, contracts and policy proposals that build system- and state-level recovery programs that will rebuild the health care infrastructure, finances, and workforce stronger and more resilient than before the pandemic to prepare them for future threats. This position plays a central role in the implementation of HSPR’s surge plans in support of health care coalitions, health systems and the health care workforce through emergency contracts, and other agreements.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
Benefits:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefits package for you and your qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave:
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement
In addition to medical benefits and employee leave, the state provides optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Please click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field in addition to five years of professional level operation and management experience related to public health,
OR; eight years of professional level operations and policy management experience related to public health.
Requested Skills:
Experience in emergency management planning concepts and public health systems.
Experience in fiscal and policy analysis.
Experience managing statewide legislative issues that include writing legislative concepts, testimony, and reports for bills related to emergency volunteer liability and other rules related to public health emergency preparedness.
Experience coordinating Rules Advisory Committees and public hearing processes and writing draft rules in partnership with the Department of Justice that support emergency volunteer liability or other public health emergency preparedness issues.
Experience developing strategies and implementation of federal laws surrounding American Disabilities Act & Language Access requirements that impact internal and external partners and the Oregon community.
Experience managing and coordinating fiscal and policy issues, budget management, national reporting and public relations.
Experience communicating effectively with federal, regional, local, state and non-governmental public health and public safety staff, including management and policy-level officials.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
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Please Apply At the Link Down Below:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Surge-Policy---Fiscal-Coordinator--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR_REQ-116027