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Public Health Workforce Program Coordinator

Washington County, OR
$84,003.36 - $102,061.08 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, job share, retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 05, 2024
THE POSITION Washington County Public Health Division within Health and Human Services (HHS) Department is seeking a dedicated Public Health Workforce Coordinator to join our dynamic Strategy Branch. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our public health workforce. This exciting opportunity involves facilitating division-wide staff trainings, developing, and implementing Public Health Division workforce development plans, and overseeing complex funding processes. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring our staff is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to address emerging public health issues and deliver exceptional public health services. This position is full-time limited duration with a tentative end date of June 30, 2027. To learn more about us, please visit this link: Public Health About the opportunity: Primary responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Develop and implement a comprehensive division-wide staff training plan aligned with division goals and objectives. Support the development and implementation of a Public Health Division workforce development plan to address current and future workforce needs. Collaborate with other branches, programs, and teams within Public Health Division to identify training and development needs. Track and review the effectiveness of division-wide training programs. Assist with the development and maintenance of a Public Health staff competency matrix. Lead coordination of Medicaid Administrative Claiming (MAC) for the Public Health Division, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. Collaborate across Division to develop and maintain a MAC reinvestment plan. Provide guidance and support to staff and partners on MAC procedures and maintain and communicate the division-wide MAC plan. Act as a contract administrator for relevant contracts, serving as a key point of contact for contractors and other partners, ensuring compliance and monitoring contract deliverables and requirements. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in Public Health workforce development and training. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will have experience in public health, including in areas such as planning, facilitation, system development, training, and technical assistance. They will possess systems thinking and a deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). We are seeking a candidate with exceptional communication skills who thrives in collaborative environments and has the attributes to effectively work across teams and programs to achieve shared goals. The ability to engage staff and teams to ensure their active participation in planning processes and a thorough understanding of relevant policies and procedures is essential. Effective organizational skills and the ability to synthesize complex information, execute innovative tasks, and prioritize and meet deadlines are highly valued. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. Why Washington County? Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County's services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident. Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program on the "Benefits" tab above! ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES This position is classified as a Program Coordinator. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Program Coordinator-Public Health. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Must meet one of the following minimum qualifications to be considered: Master's Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Public or Health Administration, or related health and science fields; AND one (1) year of work experience in program coordination, development, and/or planning; OR Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Public or Health Administration, or related health and science fields; AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience in program coordination, development, and/or planning; OR Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible work experience in program coordination, development, and/or planning. ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS Please be advised that this position requires to pass a criminal background check post offer. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our commitment to you: Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Apply today! In addition to a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Depending on the number of applications received, we may conduct additional screening based on the preferred qualifications. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). This process could take about 2 weeks. Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Conditional Offer: The final candidate requires to successfully pass the background check as a condition of employment. Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points . Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments. Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Business Partner Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. 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