ELC Administrative Specialist - Limited Duration - Portland, OR (Remote)

Close Date: 04/23/2023 @ 11:59 PM

Salary: $3,398 - $5,148 Monthly

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention (ACDP) Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for an ELC Administrative Specialist (Administrative Specialist 2) to provide administrative support and maintain the administration of a grant focused on surveillance infrastructure and other activities in ACDP.

This is a full-time, limited duration, classified position which is represented by a union. The duration of this position is expected to last through July 2024. Limited Duration positions are benefit eligible. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.

The work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. The base position is located at the Portland State Office Building; 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. There may be times when on-site work is needed at the base location.

What will you do?

As an Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Administrative Specialist, you will provide administrative support for surveillance, informatics, contact tracing, data modernization, health equity, and laboratory collaboration. You will coordinate meetings and take minutes; create tracking tools; assist with hiring and onboarding; track deadlines and grant milestones; supports interagency communication needs; help ensure staff awareness of current policies and requirements; assist with telecommuting needs; and act as backup in-house expert to ensure operation of a 24/7 line.

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.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

Two (2) years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations;

OR

An equivalent combination of training and experience which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. *Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as; interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations.

One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.

Requested Skills:

• Experience managing and coordinating multiple calendars for managers and staff.
• Experience coordinating all activities for meetings and conferences.
• Experience making and reconciling purchases with state credit card for purchases such as books, training purposes and supplies.
• Experience creating and proofing documents such as letters, reports, contracts, grants, and rules.
• Experience managing a multi-line telephone system and triaging calls.
• Experience establishing and maintaining filing and tracking systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, desktop publishing and graphics software applications.
• Adherence to the highest standards of confidentiality regarding patient information and information security is required.
• Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

How to Apply:

Please apply at the following link:

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/ELC-Administrative-Specialist--Administrative-Specialist-2--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR--Remote-_REQ-122525

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/ELC-Administrative-Specialist--Administrative-Specialist-2--Limited-Duration--Portland--OR--Remote-_REQ-122525