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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. . 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  

APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org . We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!  We offer: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance (no cost for employee) Vision Insurance (no cost for employee) Long Term Disability Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts 10 Paid Holidays 3 Personal Days 12 Vacation Days 12 Sick Days Metro reimbursement or free parking Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan This is a great opportunity to make a difference! NOTE: This position will currently work 8a-5p; however may work evenings and weekends in the future. This position will pay $75,327.00 - $97,196.00 annually. Salary is commensurate to experience.  POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Registered Nurse will provide culturally competent medical health services to low-income individuals in Los Angeles County, with a specific focus on the LGBT community. The Registered Nurse will assure quality and cost-effective care for clinic patients, and will manage a patient’s course of treatment, and coordinate care with providers and other clinical support staff to ensure quality patient outcomes are achieved within established time frames with efficient utilization of resources.  In addition, the Registered Nurse will work closely with the Medical Director and Nursing Supervisor to design, implement and monitor workflow processes throughout all APLA Health sites as it pertains to patient centered medical home (PCMH) implementation.  This position is primarily clinical.                                  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide clinical support to medical providers before and after primary care visits so as to ensure the timely delivery of quality medical care. Interface with medical assistants to ensure patients receive specialty referrals in a timely manner and are able to follow through so as not to interrupt patient care. Treat patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in a timely manner and according to APLAHW clinical STI treatment guidelines. Administer vaccines to patients per APLAHW clinical guidelines. Provide and appropriately document health education to patients. Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives. Triage patients who walk in to clinic or call with acute medical concerns. Assist front office staff in making appropriate arrangements for patients who arrive late for appointments or for whom an appointment needs to be rescheduled, by reviewing the medical record and determining how soon and where the patient should be seen. Provide supervision and guidance for the clinic LVN and MAs. Assist in the clinic transformation to a patient centered medical home (PCMH), in conjunction with the PCMH coordinator, medical director, chief operating office and clinical nurse manager. Maintain adequate medical supplies, and medications for clinical areas by monitoring supplies and ordering supplies as needed.  Ensure that exam rooms are fully stocked and prepared for patient care. Participate in chronic disease management for selected patients with special needs.                                                                                                       OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.   REQUIREMENTS: Training and Experience: A valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.  Clinical experience as a registered nurse in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably at a federally qualified health center (FQHC).  Experience working in patient-centered care teams preferred. Must have problem solving and organizational skills in order to ensure a productive work environment and achievement of goals.  Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects are preferred. Experience in an HIV medical practice is preferred.  Knowledge of: Knowledge and experience working with electronic health records, Eclinical works preferred. Ability to: Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols.  Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs.  Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID-19  and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.  Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.   To Apply: Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org  to apply or click the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=58288&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806

APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .  We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!  We offer: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance (no cost for employee) Vision Insurance (no cost for employee) Long Term Disability Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts 10 Paid Holidays 3 Personal Days 12 Vacation Days 12 Sick Days Metro reimbursement or free parking Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan This is a great opportunity to make a difference!  NOTE: This is currently a remote position, however may return to the office and APLA Health location is flexible. In addition, hours needed range from 8 hours to 40 hours per candidate needs. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Services Director, provide the appropriate level of behavioral health and substance use disorder services for clients of APLA Health & Wellness. Staff will provide services identified through a biopsychosocial assessment and promote health and wellness through services, advocacy and education with a focus on the needs of low-income LGBT adults including but not limited to people living with HIV/AIDS. Position will also provide community behavioral health services to other clients seeking services at APLA Health & Wellness. In addition staff will be tasked with providing education and consultation to primary care and behavioral health providers on areas of addiction treatment, and seeking to enhance our integrated care model .   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete behavioral health intakes, bio-psychosocial assessments; develop a treatment plan that addresses the collaborative clinical goals of clinician and client and document treatment progress notes; provide treatment termination & case closure. Provide crisis counseling/intervention to clients and their social networks (i.e., partners, significant other, spouse, and immediate family member[s]). Provide individual, couple and group counseling, building a caseload with a goal of averaging 30 hours of billable services delivered per week. Provide behavioral health referrals, advocacy, and service information to clients and their support systems. Screen, assess, and plan appropriate interventions to minimize client risk of acquiring or transmitting sexually transmitted infections. Provide outreach, patient identification, education, and provider consultation on addiction treatment and enhancing our integrated service delivery model of care. Expand the use of substance abuse screening tools into our care delivery systems, including evidence-based opioid risk assessment into our Electronic Health Record. Participate in the collection, development, and deployment of education and outreach materials with a specific focus on issues related to the LGBT population in need of substance use identification and treatment, including opioid misuse information and resources. Identify and expand use of community-based resources and referrals to facilitate higher-level services for patients with greater need than we are able to provide directly. Document services in eClinicalWorks and/or other charting and data collection systems as appropriate. Documentation will be performed in a timely and accurate fashion in accordance with program policies and professional standards of care. Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of behavioral health practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, client confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries. Attend trainings and case conference meetings as required. Prepare monthly reports and statistics as requested. Maintain client behavioral health files to ensure completed documentation required by funders and agency Quality Management Plan.   OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.     REQUIREMENTS: Training and Experience: A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited university; Current California license in good standing as a Licensed Psychologist.  Ability to be credentialed as a Medicare and Medi-Cal provider.   Knowledge of: LGBTQ behavioral health issues and effective treatment modalities; HIV behavioral health issues; ability to perform differential diagnosis using the DSM-V; various theoretical orientations; treatment modalities; clinical techniques and interventions; treatment planning; biopsychosocial assessment; crisis intervention and reporting obligations. Requires significant experience in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use disorders, with a specific focus on opioid misuse.  Ability to: Communicate effectively orally and in writing; organize work in an effective manner; work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, fast paced environment; work effectively independently and as part of a team; communicate and relate to a variety of personalities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and presentations; complete documentation in a comprehensive and timely fashion in accordance with APLA H&W policies. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is a hybrid-remote position which will allow the employee to work remotely 60-80% of the time, in-office 20-40%.  This position requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/ Religious Exemption required. Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.         To Apply: Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org  to apply or click the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=61849&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806

APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org . We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!  We offer: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance (no cost for employee) Vision Insurance (no cost for employee) Long Term Disability Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts 10 Paid Holidays 5 Personal Days 10 Vacation Days 12 Sick Days Metro reimbursement or free parking Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan This is a great opportunity to make a difference! POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Nursing Director, the Clinical Case Manager will coordinate medical and support services for patients who are age 50+ and living with HIV, in consultation with the Medical Director and Supervisor. The Clinical Case Manager will coordinate patient care plans, based on individual assessments, collaborate with other health care team members and the HIVE Program Manager to promote health outcomes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform initial comprehensive nursing assessment and ongoing reassessments, including an assessment of the patients current symptoms, risk factors, and an assessment of the patients level of care. Document results of the intake, subsequent contacts, reassessments, and all work performed on behalf of the patient using our electronic health record system (eClinicalWorks). Consult with the patients attending physician, primary care practitioner and/or other medical providers as needed to coordinate treatment plans and advocate for the client as necessary. Identify those services available to the client and coordinate services and/or make appropriate referrals as required in the service plan. Coordinate and monitor the service plan, including service providers' performance. Negotiate with service providers when those services have either not been provided, or have been inadequately provided. Maintain timely and appropriate contact with assigned clients. Identify and follow up on instances of abuse, neglect, and exploitation that bring harm or create the potential for harm to clients. Adhere to all applicable professional, legal, and ethical standards of clinical practice in the provision of services, including but not limited to: mandated reporting, provision of effective services, case documentation, patient confidentiality/HIPAA regulations, ensuring client safety, and maintaining professional boundaries. Establish working relationships with members of the client's social support systems (e.g. significant others, family members, friends, conservators, etc.). Provide emotional and practical assistance to help them in maintaining their support to the client. Identify out of care older HIV-positive patients to reengage them in treatment Identify patients unmet medical and non-medical needs and coordinate the provision of services. Provide patient education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources. Provide and appropriately document health education to patients. Participate in quality improvement activities as directed by the medical director, e.g. data analysis and measurement of outcomes, document and report the results and accomplishments of quality improvement initiatives. Obtain training annually on topics that address HIV/AIDS, case management, psychosocial needs, and co-morbid disorders. Attend unit, division, and other agency meetings as assigned. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS. REQUIREMENTS: Training and Experience: Possession of the following is required: Current CA LVN license, or a valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred , issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Clinical experience in an ambulatory health care clinic, preferably including 2 years of HIV clinical practice. Demonstrate a history of working with the target population, inclusive of cultural competency and sensitivity, including that of persons living with HIV, and the LGBT community. Experience in chronic disease management, case management, utilization management and quality improvement projects, is preferred. Experience working with electronic health records, working with EClinical Works preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Skill and knowledge to maintain current license/certificate. Knowledge of: A solid knowledge of HIV disease, including natural history, symptoms and treatment. Knowledge of substance abuse issues and treatment and related sexual risks. Knowledge of HIV & Aging issues, including medical, mental health and other psychosocial issues that affect older adults living with HIV. Ability to: Ability to research, identify and access community referrals. Demonstrate proficient written documentation skills. Ability to demonstrate basic skills of risk behavior assessment and motivate patients to modify HIV risk taking behaviors and substance use behaviors. Demonstrate experience in conducting a psychosocial assessment and/or working individually with clients in a counseling capacity. Ability to provide services in a non-judgmental fashion and work effectively with diverse populations is required as is the ability to maintain records and follow clinical guidelines/protocols. Must be able to work efficiently and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy; work and solve problems independently; work flexible hours in order to complete tasks and meet client needs. Ability to be flexible in handling unanticipated client needs is required. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID-19 Vaccination and booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required. Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran. To Apply: Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org   to apply or click the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=73094&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806  

Per Governor Inslee’s   Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact   Careers@ecy.wa.gov   with “ COVID-19 vaccination”  in the subject line.     Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an  Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator  (Management Analyst 5)  position.  The position can be located in any one of our offices listed below: Headquarters Office  in   Lacey, WA . N orthwest Region Office (NWRO)  in   Shoreline, WA . Central Region Office (CRO)  in  Union Gap, WA . Eastern Region Office (ERO)  in  Spokane, WA .   Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from one of the above office locations. The   Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator   is a senior position with agency-wide impact. You will lead change across the agency to build understanding, competency, and consistency in community and Tribal engagement practices. In this position, you will gain leadership and policy experience, exposure to the range of Ecology’s work, and contribute to advancing environmental justice and equity priorities. You will work with people across the agency, as well as members of the public, staff from other state agencies, the Washington Environmental Justice council and workgroup members, and Tribal representatives.  We are looking for someone with a passion for advancing equity and justice in governance, and who shares our commitment to building an anti-racist and equity-focused institution. Your lived and professional expertise inform your work and strategy to support Ecology’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations. Tele-work options for this position:  This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule.   Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Please Note:  The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive if the position ends up being based in King County.     Application Timeline:  This position will remain open until filled. The initial screening date will be on  December 12, 2022.  In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before  December 11, 2022.  The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.  About the Department of Ecology Protecting Washington's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our  Strategic Plan .  Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering: A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions. An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns. Continuous growth and development opportunities.  A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings. Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work. Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR)   are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.   Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.  Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.  Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.  Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.   We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.     Duties Ecology established the Office of Equity and Environmental (OEEJ) Justice in 2021. Our mission is to eliminate environmental and health disparities for communities most at risk from pollution and other environmental impacts. We achieve this through fair and just practices that support the well-being and resilience of Ecology’s workforce and everyone in Washington. Core to this mission is having an organization culture and practices where the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect are reflected in who we are, where we work, and what we do.    What makes this role unique?   This position is the agency expert and implementation lead on the community and Tribal engagement obligations in the state Environmental Justice law ( Chapter 70A.02 RCW ). You will be responsible for strengthening the agency’s Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. This includes developing and delivering supportive education materials and working with colleagues across the agency to integrate these standards and practices into agency activities. While the scope of responsibility is challenging, you will work with and have the support of colleagues within the OEEJ and across Ecology who are committed to meaningful community engagement and Tribal consultation.   What you will do:   Lead cross-program implementation of the agency Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. Lead implementation of the community compensation law that allows the agency to provide stipends to members of the public who serve on agency advisory groups. Advise agency programs, create educational resources, and support policy development related to meaningful community engagement, Tribal consultation, and community compensation. Develop and maintain relationships with people and groups outside of the agency to build relationships and support collaboration around agency activities.    Facilitate a cross-program network of learning and support for agency community engagement professionals. Contribute as an OEEJ collaborative team member, and support Office responsibilities including Environmental Justice analysis, Title VI compliance, and DEIR (Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect) organizational change. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. A total of nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:   Professional level experience:   Nine (9) years of experience leading or coordinating projects or programs, conducting research, and/or analyzing policies or laws that focus on community engagement and communication, Tribal consultation, social justice, environmental justice, health equity or closely related field. The experience listed above must include experience in and commitment to the following: Working with populations or communities who are historically marginalized, communities of color, immigrants, linguistically isolated, rural, low-income, Tribal, indigenous, or who have disabilities and access needs.  Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives. Understanding and upholding commitments to Tribal sovereignty, treaty right, government-to-government relationship, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.  Planning environmental or health focused community engagement programs and projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and using lessons learned to evolve the program over time.   Education:   involving a major emphasis in environmental or natural resource policy or planning, environmental justice, environmental or medical anthropology, critical geography, race and area studies, Native American or American Indian studies, Tribal administration and governance, public health, social science, sociology, environmental law, public administration, environmental or natural resource science, or closely related field.     All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:  Possible Combination s College credit hours or degree – as listed above. Years of required experience - as listed above. Combination 1 No college credit hours or degree 9 years of experience Combination 2 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. 8 years of experience Combination 3 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). 7 years of experience Combination 4 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. 6 years of experience Combination 5  A Bachelor's Degree 5 years of experience Combination 6 A Master's Degree or higher 3 years of experience    Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.   Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.  Lived or professional experience addressing environmental injustice and working with communities of color, Tribes, indigenous people, or low-income populations on environmental and social justice issues.  An understanding of environmental justice research, demographic data, and equity focused assessments. Understanding and confidence discussing environmental and social justice, racism, and social and economic inequalities. Note:  Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool. Supplemental Information Ecology seeks diverse applicants:   We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation   in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format? Please call:   (360) 407-6186   or email:   careers@ecy.wa.gov  and we will be happy to assist. If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or   1-800-833-6388 . If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail   careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page. If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply:  https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .     Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined. A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position. A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position. Three professional references. Please do NOT include your salary history.   Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.     For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.): Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.  Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.  Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:   Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation:  The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.   Other Information: If you have specific questions about the position, please email  Millie Piazza  at:  Millie.Piazza@ecy.wa.gov .  Please do not contact  Millie  to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description email  careers@ecy.wa.gov .  The full position description contains more details about the position, duties, and key activities. Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. 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To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at   www.ecology.wa.gov   and follow, like or visit us on   LinkedIn ,   Twitter ,   Facebook ,   Instagram   or our   blog . Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.     Equal Opportunity Employer:   The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call   (360) 407-6186 . 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The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) seeks a seasoned grassroots organizer to lead advocacy initiatives to secure national, state, local and corporate food and nutrition campaigns to improve public health and provide replicable and scalable models. This position co-creates and manages comprehensive grassroots, community engagement, and capacity building initiatives to help strengthen the ability of organizations to engage in food and nutrition advocacy. The Engagement and Capacity Building Manager leads a team of four staff to  build and maintain trusting relationships with leaders, organizations, and coalitions. The team works closely within and alongside diverse communities including ethnic and racial subpopulations, LGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disabilities, and those living in geographically underserved regions. CSPI strives to center the leadership of those most impacted by health inequities, and those with lived experiences that align with the populations they serve.  The Engagement and Capacity Building Manager supports multiple multi-year funded grantees and consultants as they work to pass policies and engage with corporations. This role serves as a convener – facilitating connections for funded grantees and existing CSPI projects, public health institutions, and capacity building opportunities.  This position reports to CSPI’s Senior Director of Advocacy and works closely with cross-functional teams and members of senior leadership.  CSPI’s office is in Washington, DC. We are open to candidates available to work remotely in the United States. As part of CSPI’s efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and visitors we require all employees to receive an FDA-authorized and/or -approved COVID-19 vaccination according to the CDC-recommended schedule as a condition of working for CSPI. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work collaboratively across teams to lead outreach and capacity building, grassroots advocacy and strategy, and campaign planning and implementation to achieve multiyear campaign goals. Lead and manage a team of Engagement and Capacity Building staff. Work with program teams to support multiple grantees and consultants to advance national, state, and local policies and corporate pressure/persuasion campaigns.  Ensure grantees and partners have technical and strategic support from CSPI by coordinating with the program, communication, digital, lobbying, and engagement staff.  Ensure partners have support to advance health equity and community engagement strategies that distribute power.  Coordinate the development and dissemination of advocacy tools, trainings, and materials. Develop and oversee internal planning and project management systems supporting outreach and campaign management, including managing partner and grasstops Customer Relations Management (CRM) database, tracking grant deliverables and metrics, and maintaining and monitoring budgets and expenses. Cultivate opportunities for grantees and partners across different campaigns and regions to regularly meet, build relationships, and share best practices to advance the field of nutrition and public health, including organizing virtual and in-person gatherings.   Build and cultivate partnerships with local, state, and national groups, including communities of color, working on advancing policies related to nutrition, anti-hunger, and public health. Help secure funding for projects by working with the development team on grant applications and reports. Represent CSPI at meetings, conferences, in coalitions, and on partner committees. Qualifications The ideal candidate would possess: At least 5 years of experience managing advocacy/policy or grassroots organizing campaigns.  Prior experience and dedication to public interest advocacy and/or relevant experience in nutrition, public health, or related field.  Experience supporting and managing subgrantees and consultants. Staff management experience including ability to supervise, motivate and evaluate staff, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive, collaborative, and inclusive organizational culture. Extensive experience with innovative, effective campaign and community organizing. Commitment and track record of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion at the intersection of public health and social justice and ability to promote it throughout their work and in the workplace. Experience with centering and elevating the perspectives of those who have been systemically underserved. Ideal candidates will have worked in and alongside diverse communities, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+. Proven track record of building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders in a persuasive, credible, and professional manner. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking experience. Ability to produce high quality written materials. Excellent judgment and strong management skills with the ability to take responsibility for multiple projects and deadlines.  Comfortable multitasking, taking initiative, and working remotely. Ability to work as part of cross-disciplinary teams in a collegial manner. Proficiency with MSOffice applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with social media and other web-based advocacy tools. Ability to travel several times a year, and to the DC office as needed if based outside of the DC area. About CSPI CSPI is known as “Your Food and Health Watchdog.” We are one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with a 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest. We’ve led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school foods, put calories on chain restaurant menus and menu boards, and remove sugary drinks from children’s menus. National policy successes include the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act; Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act; Food Safety Modernization Act; and Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act. CSPI Core Values CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values: We are inclusive.   We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives. We are open.   We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization. We are accountable.   We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions. We are kind.   We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way. We are collaborative.   We work together for the common good and shared success. Compensation The salary range is $90,000 to $100,000, based on experience. CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after one year of service. To Apply Please utilize CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the Engagement and Capacity Building Manager position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest.   Application deadline is December 5, 2022. CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspective, and skills and encourage people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.

The Center for Science in the Public Interest offers a paid internship program for students in undergraduate, graduate, law and medical schools, and we also consider postgraduates. These paid internships offer structured work experiences and an opportunity to: Gain substantial knowledge of the policy-making process and the role science plays. Participate in group meetings and strategy brainstorming sessions. Obtain general research and communication skills by working closely with science, policy, legislative and outreach experts. Meet with staff at all levels of the organization to discuss career roles and paths. Assess your own interests and skills. About CSPI The Center for Science in the Public Interest, your food and health watchdog, is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with a 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest and working to improve the food environment for all. CSPI led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school food, remove sugary drinks from children’s menus, and require calorie labeling on chain restaurant menus. About the Internship Opportunity The Healthy Retail Intern will contribute key research and project coordination for the Healthy Retail Scorecard, a project that will assess food retailer corporate policies that impact the healthfulness of the food environment in their stores and in the communities they serve. Key tasks include: Researching current corporate retail practices through websites, press releases, reports, online shopping platforms, and other materials published by the largest national food retailers Collecting novel data through the Healthy Retail Scorecard Survey, including conducting corporate outreach, fielding questions, managing data, and conducting follow-up interviews  Drafting key sections of the Healthy Retail Scorecard Report, including an overview of the Healthy Retail Scorecard goals, background on complementary existing retailer scorecards, and scorecard methodology Skills desired: Interest and background in nutrition, food policy, and/or corporate responsibility  Strong external communication  Data collection and management  Writing  What Else You Should Know     CSPI pays interns $16.10 per hour. Our 10-week spring intern program is part-time (10 hours per week). The ideal start date is January-early February 2023, but we will work with applicants if there’s a schedule conflict. The internship program is remote with the opportunity to work from our DC office if desired. CSPI on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values: We are inclusive.   We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives. We are open.   We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization. We are accountable.   We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions. We are kind.   We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way. We are collaborative.   We work together for the common good and shared success. To Apply     Please utilize CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System to apply for the Spring 2023, Healthy Retail Internship. You must submit a resume, cover letter indicating your interest, and references.   The application deadline is November 16, 2023.  CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills and encourages people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.

The Center for Science in the Public Interest offers a paid internship program for students in undergraduate, graduate, law and medical schools, and we also consider postgraduates. These paid internships offer structured work experiences and an opportunity to: Gain substantial knowledge of the policy-making process and the role science plays. Participate in group meetings and strategy brainstorming sessions. Obtain general research and communication skills by working closely with science, policy, legislative and outreach experts. Meet with staff at all levels of the organization to discuss career roles and paths. Assess your own interests and skills. About CSPI The Center for Science in the Public Interest, your food and health watchdog, is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with a 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest and working to improve the food environment for all. CSPI led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school food, remove sugary drinks from children’s menus, and require calorie labeling on chain restaurant menus. About the Internship Opportunity  CSPI is conducting a study assessing the alcohol industry’s use of nutrition and ingredient labeling. This study will be critical to conveying the need for action by Congress and/or the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB) to adopt a mandatory labeling requirement for calories, ingredients and alcohol content, given likely low uptake of the voluntary label.  We are searching for an intern to help with data collection for the study including helping to code labels from the TTB’s online database, using a codebook that CSPI develops. Qualifications Currently enrolled in a public health graduate or undergraduate degree program Experience (or interest) in scientific research Great attention to detail What Else You Should Know CSPI pays interns $16.10 per hour. Our 10-week spring intern program is part-time, and interns will work 10 hours per week. The ideal start date is January 23, 2023, but we will work with applicants if there’s a schedule conflict. This position is remote as the manager works from a Boston home office. CSPI on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values: We are inclusive.   We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives. We are open.   We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization. We are accountable.   We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions. We are kind.   We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way. We are collaborative.   We work together for the common good and shared success. To Apply Please utilize CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System to apply for the Spring 2023 Data Collection & Research Internship. You must submit a resume, cover letter indicating your interest, and references.   The application deadline is November 16, 2022. The estimated start date is January 23, 2023. CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills and encourages people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.