| Post Code: D716 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS7382 | |
| Classification Number: C2328 | |
| Open: 06/29/2007 | |
| Close: 07/06/2007 | |
| Location: Portland | |
This employment opportunity is with the Public Health Division, which is part of the Department of Human Services (DHS). There is one permanent full-time position within the Office of Family Health, Immunization Services Program located in Portland. A union represents this position. You must be a current employee (this includes regular status, trial service and limited duration employees) with the Department of Human Services to apply for this position. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree in a health or education field and three years public health related experience; OR A Master’s degree in a health or education field and one year of public health related experience; OR A Bachelor’s degree and three years of leadership experience in Public Health or in other program organizations at the local, state, or national level. NOTE: Candidates that possess a Master’s degree in a health or education field and one year of public health related experience are desired. SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING A State of Oregon Application Form PD100 that clearly demonstrates you have the minimum qualifications listed in this job announcement. You may deliver, mail, e-mail or fax your completed application. It must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the application deadline. E-mail directly to DHS.Recruitment@state.or.us
Please include in the subject line the announcement number LEHS7382
OR
Mail or deliver your application materials to:
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
ATTENTION: Jennifer Moisa
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:
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. 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 The primary purpose of this position is to provide health education program planning, technical assistance, training, leadership and coordination of the Oregon immunization law and administrative rules for school and children’s facility attendance. Provides consultation with public health department administrators, nursing supervisors, immunization coordinators, and Oregon Public Health staff for immunization law and rules. Major duties include: The person in this position is responsible for the coordination of activities involving the immunization law including schools and children’s facilities. Organizes annual exclusion process. Provides coordination and evaluation of validation survey schedules and survey materials. Conducts validation surveys for schools and children’s facilities. Serves as lead worker for assessment and evaluation of school/facility handbook. Provides training for Immunization Program staff, public health departments, schools and children’s facilities. Follows up to ensure compliance with the immunization law, including completion of statewide assessment reports. Has primary responsibility for periodic revisions to Division 50 of the Oregon Administrative Rules. Provides policy guidance and interpretation of the administrative rules to public health departments, physicians and parents. Interacts with the media about immunization requirements, including preparing press releases, media kits and providing information and interviews. Occasionally works on special projects around the immunization law. This position works collaboratively in a team setting. Good team player skills are necessary, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team’s success as necessary. The position also requires excellent customer service skills for both internal and external customers, and the ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment on an ongoing basis. Person must contribute to a positive, respectful and productive work environment. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions required to meet the demands of this job and to provide necessary services. WORKING CONDITIONS As much as 60-75 percent of work is office oriented. During the remaining time, the employee is required to make field visits. This position requires occasional in-state and out-of-state travel with overnight stays. It also requires frequent in-state travel to attend meetings, provide training, and participate in work group activities. Some weekend and evening hours are also required. 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 www.oregon.gov/dhs/jobs PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. | |
