Oregon Health Authority
Portland, OR (Remote)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization section in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Communications Manager to lead program wide efforts to plan, design and execute a strategic communication plan for the Oregon Immunization Program, to focus on three primary areas: Creation of a portfolio of talking points and informational briefs on immunization topics for program staff, providers and the public; assistance with creation and implementation of agency marketing and educational campaigns; web site strategy development and coordination, and developing materials to implement trainings and additional projects within the Oregon Immunization Program.
The Oregon Health Authority strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
What will you do? As a Communications Manager , you will perform the following duties:
Collaborate with OHA Communications team and other agency leadership in all immunization communication activities.
Coordinate, design and update immunization marketing (social and otherwise) campaigns, including promoting vaccine confidence and highlighting equitable and accessible services. Campaign development will include comprehensive social marketing techniques with input from Immunization Program management team, agency communications staff and leadership, local health department representation, Tribes, underserved communities, corporate and community partners, and other stakeholder groups.
Train and work with the CDC’s Vaccine Demand Strategy team to learn and promote the latest vaccine promotion strategies.
Participate as a member of the agency’s management team, collaborating to lead program planning, support staff, and drive equity initiatives.
This position is a full-time, permanent, management services-managerial position.
Working conditions: This work may be conducted remotely with full access to needed operating systems but will be required to work in office on occasion and needs to be willing to drive to the Portland State Office Building. Employees who live outside of the Portland Metropolitan area are highly valued for their experiences and knowledge of rural health. Employee may be required to work evenings or weekends on- or off-site as part of the program’s emergency response to a public health event. The Portland State Office Building is 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'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 full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans .
Salary: $6,901 - $10,161 Monthly
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
A Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Desired Attributes
Experience in:
Professional writing/editing and ability to meet deadlines.
Immunizations and vaccine-preventable diseases.
Media and public relations, including garnering support from public and private partners.
Processes used to develop short- and long-range goals and objectives.
Research techniques sufficient to collect, analyze, interpret and report data in both a narrative and statistical format.
Interpreting laws, rules, policies and procedures and applying interpretations to specific situations.
Communicating orally to explain decisions, services, or programs or resolve problems through negotiation.
Coordinating diverse activities to ensure completion of projects, tasks, and assignments.
Analyzing, evaluating and solving procedural problems.
Ability to work some evenings or weekends.
Ability to respond in person or by phone to emergency public health events if needed
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-154562
Application Deadline: 5/13/2024
Questions/Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Tiffany Gregg at Tiffany.Gregg@OHA.Oregon.Gov or text/call 503-716-7772
TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization section in Portland, Oregon is recruiting for a Communications Manager to lead program wide efforts to plan, design and execute a strategic communication plan for the Oregon Immunization Program, to focus on three primary areas: Creation of a portfolio of talking points and informational briefs on immunization topics for program staff, providers and the public; assistance with creation and implementation of agency marketing and educational campaigns; web site strategy development and coordination, and developing materials to implement trainings and additional projects within the Oregon Immunization Program.
The Oregon Health Authority strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.
OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
What will you do? As a Communications Manager , you will perform the following duties:
Collaborate with OHA Communications team and other agency leadership in all immunization communication activities.
Coordinate, design and update immunization marketing (social and otherwise) campaigns, including promoting vaccine confidence and highlighting equitable and accessible services. Campaign development will include comprehensive social marketing techniques with input from Immunization Program management team, agency communications staff and leadership, local health department representation, Tribes, underserved communities, corporate and community partners, and other stakeholder groups.
Train and work with the CDC’s Vaccine Demand Strategy team to learn and promote the latest vaccine promotion strategies.
Participate as a member of the agency’s management team, collaborating to lead program planning, support staff, and drive equity initiatives.
This position is a full-time, permanent, management services-managerial position.
Working conditions: This work may be conducted remotely with full access to needed operating systems but will be required to work in office on occasion and needs to be willing to drive to the Portland State Office Building. Employees who live outside of the Portland Metropolitan area are highly valued for their experiences and knowledge of rural health. Employee may be required to work evenings or weekends on- or off-site as part of the program’s emergency response to a public health event. The Portland State Office Building is 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'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 full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans .
Salary: $6,901 - $10,161 Monthly
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
A Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification
Desired Attributes
Experience in:
Professional writing/editing and ability to meet deadlines.
Immunizations and vaccine-preventable diseases.
Media and public relations, including garnering support from public and private partners.
Processes used to develop short- and long-range goals and objectives.
Research techniques sufficient to collect, analyze, interpret and report data in both a narrative and statistical format.
Interpreting laws, rules, policies and procedures and applying interpretations to specific situations.
Communicating orally to explain decisions, services, or programs or resolve problems through negotiation.
Coordinating diverse activities to ensure completion of projects, tasks, and assignments.
Analyzing, evaluating and solving procedural problems.
Ability to work some evenings or weekends.
Ability to respond in person or by phone to emergency public health events if needed
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-154562
Application Deadline: 5/13/2024
Questions/Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Tiffany Gregg at Tiffany.Gregg@OHA.Oregon.Gov or text/call 503-716-7772
TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.
Oregon Health Authority
Portland, OR
Application Deadline: 08/14/2023
Salary Range: $6,480 - $9,541
Location: Portland, OR
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Workforce Equity and Inclusion Strategist to join an excellent team and work to advance their career. This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply.
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.
Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.
What you will do!
An opportunity to work for the Oregon Health Authority in the Equity and Inclusion Division to help the agency's strategic goal to eliminate health inequities in Oregon by 2030. In this role you would lead the agency's efforts to develop and retain a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon by implementing strategic initiatives such as the Equity Advancement Plan and Gender Identity and Expression Policy for Employees and supporting the internship/mentorship and inclusive career development programs.
Overview of key duties:
Lead the agency's workforce equity and inclusion strategic initiatives, including the development and implementation of the Equity Advancement Plan;
Lead the development and implementation of policy, plans, procedures, programs and recommendations that allow OHA to achieve its strategic plan goal, including: workforce equity and inclusion outcomes and measures for the OHA Strategic Plan, Performance System and Equity Advancement Plan (i.e. Affirmative Action Plan);
Manage the strategic development and implementation of key initiatives and programs for the agency, such as: the OHA Strategic Action Team, Equity Advancement Leadership Team, Gender Identity and Expression Policy for Employees implementation, Employee Resource Groups, assessments, internship/mentorship programs and inclusive career development;
Serve as primary OHA subject matter expert in monitoring OHA compliance with Federal Executive Order 11246 - Equal Employment Opportunity and State Executive Order 16-09 - Affirmative Action, Diversity & Inclusion;
Represent the agency on state and federal affirmative action, equity and inclusion workgroups or committees and present on the same to local, regional and national organizations and events;
Serve as OHA’s primary subject matter expert to develop equitable recruitment, retention and advancement policies, procedures, guidance and plans and provide technical assistance to leaders and managers on equitable strategies in these domains;
Advise external health system partners throughout the state on equity and inclusion strategies and Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services standards to forward state-wide Health System Transformation;
Serve as subject matter expert to develop policies, procedures and guidance related to equitable contracting, procurement and business engagement practices, with the goal of OHA’s proactive inclusion and engagement of firms, businesses and organizations doing business with OHA who are from communities most harmed by inequities. Co-lead OHA's strategic initiative to implement State Executive Order 18-03 to increase the number of COBID (Certification Office of Business Inclusion and Diversity)-certified suppliers doing business with OHA.
What's in it for you?
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
11 paid holidays
10 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after six months of service
8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after six months of service
Pension and retirement programs
Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
A healthy work/life balance, including the possibility of full-time remote option after passing trial service
What we are seeking:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR ; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
PREFERRED
Master’s Degree related to Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Law, Education, Race and Ethnic Studies, Disability Studies or Public Administration, and/or coursework, training and/or program development focused on social justice, racial justice, disability justice, anti-racism, dismantling institutional privilege, social determinants of health and equity, community organizing, marketing, and policy development.
Certification in one or more of the following: Certified Affirmative Action Professional (CAAP), Certified Diversity & Inclusive Executive (CDE), Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional (CDP), Certified Diversity Trainer (CDT), ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP).
Knowledge, skills and certifications related to equity-centered project management, change management, process improvement and LEAN principles.
Proficient bilingual skills including ASL, preferably Spanish.
REQUESTED SKILLS
Demonstrated commitment to professional development around cultural responsiveness and anti-racist practices
Experience leading in politically sensitive environments to forward anti-racist, health equity, accessibility and inclusion initiatives
Experience planning and providing technical assistance and consultation in anti-racist and health equity principles, inclusion, affirmative action accessibility and workforce equity and inclusion work
Experience interacting with internal and external and community partners including people and organizations representing OHA’s priority populations
Experience in research, training and development in anti-racist, health equity, accessibility, inclusion, affirmative action, and workforce equity and inclusion work
How to Apply
Please apply via Workday at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oak-Street/Workforce-Equity-and-Inclusion-Strategist--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4-_REQ-121693
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
Application Deadline: 08/14/2023
Salary Range: $6,480 - $9,541
Location: Portland, OR
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Workforce Equity and Inclusion Strategist to join an excellent team and work to advance their career. This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply.
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.
Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.
What you will do!
An opportunity to work for the Oregon Health Authority in the Equity and Inclusion Division to help the agency's strategic goal to eliminate health inequities in Oregon by 2030. In this role you would lead the agency's efforts to develop and retain a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon by implementing strategic initiatives such as the Equity Advancement Plan and Gender Identity and Expression Policy for Employees and supporting the internship/mentorship and inclusive career development programs.
Overview of key duties:
Lead the agency's workforce equity and inclusion strategic initiatives, including the development and implementation of the Equity Advancement Plan;
Lead the development and implementation of policy, plans, procedures, programs and recommendations that allow OHA to achieve its strategic plan goal, including: workforce equity and inclusion outcomes and measures for the OHA Strategic Plan, Performance System and Equity Advancement Plan (i.e. Affirmative Action Plan);
Manage the strategic development and implementation of key initiatives and programs for the agency, such as: the OHA Strategic Action Team, Equity Advancement Leadership Team, Gender Identity and Expression Policy for Employees implementation, Employee Resource Groups, assessments, internship/mentorship programs and inclusive career development;
Serve as primary OHA subject matter expert in monitoring OHA compliance with Federal Executive Order 11246 - Equal Employment Opportunity and State Executive Order 16-09 - Affirmative Action, Diversity & Inclusion;
Represent the agency on state and federal affirmative action, equity and inclusion workgroups or committees and present on the same to local, regional and national organizations and events;
Serve as OHA’s primary subject matter expert to develop equitable recruitment, retention and advancement policies, procedures, guidance and plans and provide technical assistance to leaders and managers on equitable strategies in these domains;
Advise external health system partners throughout the state on equity and inclusion strategies and Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services standards to forward state-wide Health System Transformation;
Serve as subject matter expert to develop policies, procedures and guidance related to equitable contracting, procurement and business engagement practices, with the goal of OHA’s proactive inclusion and engagement of firms, businesses and organizations doing business with OHA who are from communities most harmed by inequities. Co-lead OHA's strategic initiative to implement State Executive Order 18-03 to increase the number of COBID (Certification Office of Business Inclusion and Diversity)-certified suppliers doing business with OHA.
What's in it for you?
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
11 paid holidays
10 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after six months of service
8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after six months of service
Pension and retirement programs
Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
A healthy work/life balance, including the possibility of full-time remote option after passing trial service
What we are seeking:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR ; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
PREFERRED
Master’s Degree related to Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Law, Education, Race and Ethnic Studies, Disability Studies or Public Administration, and/or coursework, training and/or program development focused on social justice, racial justice, disability justice, anti-racism, dismantling institutional privilege, social determinants of health and equity, community organizing, marketing, and policy development.
Certification in one or more of the following: Certified Affirmative Action Professional (CAAP), Certified Diversity & Inclusive Executive (CDE), Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional (CDP), Certified Diversity Trainer (CDT), ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP).
Knowledge, skills and certifications related to equity-centered project management, change management, process improvement and LEAN principles.
Proficient bilingual skills including ASL, preferably Spanish.
REQUESTED SKILLS
Demonstrated commitment to professional development around cultural responsiveness and anti-racist practices
Experience leading in politically sensitive environments to forward anti-racist, health equity, accessibility and inclusion initiatives
Experience planning and providing technical assistance and consultation in anti-racist and health equity principles, inclusion, affirmative action accessibility and workforce equity and inclusion work
Experience interacting with internal and external and community partners including people and organizations representing OHA’s priority populations
Experience in research, training and development in anti-racist, health equity, accessibility, inclusion, affirmative action, and workforce equity and inclusion work
How to Apply
Please apply via Workday at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oak-Street/Workforce-Equity-and-Inclusion-Strategist--Operations---Policy-Analyst-4-_REQ-121693
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.