[ORDiabCoalition] DHS: Program Analyst 2 - 2 full-time openings

Fri Aug 29 08:37:03 PDT 2008

The Oregon Health Promotion & Chronic Disease Prevention Program is currently recruiting for *two* Program Analyst 2 positions.  The position announcement described below is also available on the Oregon Jobs website, www.oregonjobs.org, reference #LEHS8837, or http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/jobs/LEHS8837.shtml .

This announcement closes on September 12, 2008.

Please share this information with others who may be interested.  Also, please feel free to contact me or Jean Anderson jean.r.anderson at state.or.us or 971-673-1034 with any questions.  

Thanks!  

Luci Longoria, MPH
Community Programs Manager
Health Promotion & Chronic Disease Prevention
luci.longoria at state.or.us 
phone 971-673-1064
Blackberry: 503-793-9247

Oregon Public Health Division
800 NE Oregon Street Suite 730
Portland OR 97232

Announcement Number:  LEHS8837Date Posted:  08/28/2008
Classification Number:  C0861Application Deadline:   09/12/2008
Job Location:  PortlandAvailability:   Full Time 

PROGRAM ANALYST 2 
(Community Programs Coordinator)

$3437.00 - $5026.00 Monthly 

These employment opportunities are with the Public Health Division, which is part of the Department of Human Services (DHS).  There are two full-time openings with the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section located in Portland.  One supports the Diabetes Prevention and Control Program; the other supports the Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Program.  A union represents these positions.

**Please indicate on your PD100 which positions in which you wish to be considered, or if you wish to be considered for both.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to human services; AND two years experience coordinating or administering a human services related program.

OR

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience coordinating or administering a human services related program.

SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING

A State of Oregon Application Form PD100 that clearly shows you meet the minimum requirements listed under the QUALIFICATIONS section of the announcement AND;

A cover letter (not to exceed three pages) that clearly addresses each of the following desired competencies listed below.  If you do not respond to each of the desired competencies, you may not be offered an interview. 

Qualified applicants whose background most closely matches the desired competencies will be invited to interview.

Experience providing training and technical assistance to diverse program partners (local public health agencies, tribes, community based organizations, health care, schools, business).  What was your role in the assessment, planning, implementation, and delivery of that training and technical assistance? 
 Experience brokering relationships and partnerships for public health or policy related goals among diverse constituencies (local public health agencies, tribes, community based organizations, health care, schools, business).  Give an example of how you motivated organizations and people to participate in a public health (or related field) initiative. 
Experience in monitoring programs, grants or contracts for compliance and quality assurance.

You may deliver, mail, e-mail or fax your completed application. It must be received no later than the application deadline.

E-mail directly to DHS.Recruitment at state.or.us
(Please include announcement number LEHS8837 in the subject line of the e-mail.) 
OR

Mail or deliver your application materials to:
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
ATTENTION:  Brett Marconeri
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
Or
FAX your application to 503-378-2249

When faxing your application please include a cover sheet indicating number of pages sent.

Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Obtain application materials, job, and benefits information by doing one of the following:

Access the DHS website at http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/index.shtml  
Contact your local Oregon Employment Department office.

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday.

Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews.  DHS does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, DHS is not responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications.  Pay on all announcements may change without notice.

Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail.  Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of your application results. This review request must be received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Additional application information cannot be accepted.  However, if the recruitment is still open you may submit a new application, which must be received in our office by the close date of the recruitment.

If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background and driving records check.  Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Position Overview – Diabetes Prevention & Control Program

Responsible for providing technical expertise to Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention staff, local public health departments, tribes, community organizations, voluntary agencies and other chronic disease prevention partners to implement and evaluate interventions at the community and organization level which promote community norms change and decrease tobacco use, increase physical activity, assure access to healthy foods, and promote access to chronic disease self-management programs.  A specific emphasis and priority will be promoting “Best Practices” for chronic disease prevention and self-management which are consistent with recommendations from CDC and includes efforts toward local and organizational policy work and community mobilization around chronic disease prevention and self-management issues. 

Oversee the development, funding, and implementation of multiple community, tribal, and organizational workplans.  Monitor and provide for response to requests for information from the public and assist with communication between the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section and funded projects. 

This will include attendance at statewide and regional meetings across Oregon, meetings to address outreach to specific populations. The person in this position provides technical expertise and coordinates section-wide activities related to Diabetes.  Participate in teleconferences and attend national meetings as appropriate to stay current with national guidelines and best practices related to Diabetes.

Other duties as assigned.

Position Overview – Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention Program

Responsible for providing technical expertise to Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention staff, local public health departments, tribes, community organizations, voluntary agencies and other chronic disease prevention partners to implement and evaluate interventions at the community and organization level which promote community norms change and decrease tobacco use, increase physical activity, assure access to healthy foods, and promote access to chronic disease self-management programs.  A specific emphasis and priority will be promoting “Best Practices” for chronic disease prevention and self-management which are consistent with recommendations from CDC and includes efforts toward local and organizational policy work and community mobilization around chronic disease prevention and self-management issues. 

Oversee the development, funding, and implementation of multiple community, tribal, and organizational workplans.  Monitor and provide for response to requests for information from the public and assist with communication between the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section and funded projects. 

This will include attendance at statewide and regional meetings across Oregon, meetings to address outreach to specific populations.  Provide technical expertise and coordinate section-wide activities related to Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention.  Participate in teleconferences and attend national meetings as appropriate to stay current with national guidelines and best practices related to Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention.

Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Routine travel (both in-state and out-of-state) to attend meetings, conferences, and make presentations.  You must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.  If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation.  Use of personal computers, short time lines on many projects, attendance at evening meetings.

EXCITING NEWS!

The State of Oregon is transitioning to a new application and recruitment process and in order to be considered for specific employment opportunities with the State of Oregon, you will be asked to apply online by registering and completing your profile using http://www.iMatchSkills.org.  This process will only require you to register once and allow you to apply to multiple state job opportunities.  Online applications will only be available for a limited number of positions and for a select few state agencies.

DHS is encouraging all employees to create a user profile on iMatchSkills and to do so you will need your State Employee Identification Number (SEIN).  Your SEIN (OR#######) number is listed on your Oregon State Payroll System pay stub.

If you need additional assistance in completing your online registration, please contact your local Employment Department field office.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

DHS is about people.  We help Oregonians be independent, healthy, and safe.  We protect children who are abused or neglected.  We provide treatment services to people whose lives are damaged by alcohol and drugs.  We serve seniors, people with disabilities, and people with mental illness.  We help low-income people along the road to self-sufficiency with health coverage, job preparation, childcare and other supports.  We provide leadership in public health services.  Our services are delivered in the least restrictive setting and in partnership with communities.  We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and we are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining dedicated employees.  For a complete explanation of state employee benefits, visit our website at http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/jobs/salary.shtml

PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US!

The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity.

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