Project Coordinator (Project Manager 1) Limited Duration – 2 Positions (Remote and Hybrid Work options)

Project Coordinator (Project Manager 1) Limited Duration – 2 Positions (Remote and Hybrid Work options)

 REQ-115076

Close date: 12/28/2022

Salary: $4,693.00 – $7,180.00 (monthly)

Location: Salem, OR / Remote

Please apply at the following link:

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Fairview-Industrial-Drive-3990/Project-Coordinator--Project-Manager-1--Limited-Duration---2-Positions--Remote-and-Hybrid-work-options-_REQ-115076

This posting will be used to fill 2 positions.

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field.

Applications without the completed application, required resume, and cover letter will be removed from consideration.

The base location is in Salem, OR with remote work capabilities for candidates who have full access to the needed technology and can report on-site as needed.

The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Health Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.

The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for (2) two Project Coordinator to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT career. 

Limited duration positions are benefits eligible. The duration of these assignments are anticipated to last through the end of the biennium June 30th, 2023.The assignments could end early or be extended based on funding and business needs.

This position falls under the Project Manager 1 classification and is represented by a union.

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!

The Project Coordinator position supports one or more projects within Project Solutions, coordinating multiple projects or parts of large projects depending on scope and complexity. The person in this position has frequent contact with stakeholders and internal staff to provide project progress, monitor work, resolve issues, gain commitment and collaboration to achieve project objectives. This person will work closely with the project manager for projects assigned, as well as working in collaboration with project staff.

What's in it for you?

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 11 paid holidays
• 8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 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 6 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 fulltime remote options as well

What we are looking for:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Please clearly outline in your application/resume/cover letter how you meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to do so might remove you from consideration)
a) Three years of progressively responsible paraprofessional or technical experience related to the series concept

OR

1. b) An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series

OR

1. c) A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field

OR

1. d) A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

Desired Attributes:

• Hands on progressively responsible experience managing technology projects, following industry standards, particular PMI (PMBOK).
• At least 1-year hands on experience using Microsoft Project Schedule to create and manage fully loaded project schedules outlining project work efforts.  
• Demonstrated skill coordinating project activities through the various lifecycle phases, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling and closing.
• Skill and experience in project management practices as evidenced by the ability to contribute and make updates to foundational project artifacts (e.g., project charters, schedules, plans, issues and risk logs, status reports)
• Experience with all or portions of Federal and State compliance reporting (e.g., Advance Planning Documents, Project Closure, State CIO, Legislative and other Federal partner reporting).  
• Ability and skills with demonstrated proficiency to facilitate meetings and conversations with ability to articulate expected outcomes.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Suite to include; Word, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, Power Point and Project.   

Experience and demonstrated proficiency:

• Leading meetings to gather input and/or explain goals, processes plans and status.
• Reviewing project deliverables.
• Verifying project artifacts are completed according to schedule.
• Reporting project status to appropriate stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management in a complex environment with interdependent decisions. 
• Project organization, monitoring completion status, and reviewing large volumes of work assignments and documentation.

How to Apply

• Complete the online application
• Complete questionnaire
• Attach a resume
• Attach a cover letter

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call or email Kyle Phillips

Voice: [503-509-3589]

Email: Kyle.Phillips@dhsoha.state.or.us

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.