| Post Code: D703 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9323 | |
| Classification Number: C0872 | |
| Open: 07/1/2009 | |
| Revised: 08/03/2009 (Revised Close Date) | |
| Close: 08/03/2009 | |
| Location: Portland | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
This employment opportunity is with the Public Health Division (PHD), which is part of the Department of Human Services (DHS). There is one full-time opening within the Immunization Program Section in Portland. This position is represented by the union. This is an open until filled recruitment; however, the hiring manager may choose to close the recruitment at anytime. If interested, apply now. QUALIFICATIONS This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree related to Human Services/Public Health AND;
NOTE: A background in organizational development, grant management, project planning, and experience with national, state and local emergency management philosophy and practices is desired. 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. A cover letter (not to exceed 2 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.
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@state.or.us
Please include in the subject line the announcement number LEHS9323 OR
Mail or deliver your application materials to:
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
ATTENTION: Laura Tupper
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. 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 Provide leadership and expertise in the development and exercising of Oregon's Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), including integration with local public health authorities' (LPHAs) and other agencies' planning efforts for receipt and dispensing of SNS assets. MAJOR DUTIES Integrate public health preparedness planning with other state agencies as part of the state’s emergency management process. Develop and implement a strategic plan for the Strategic National Stockpile Program. As primary planner for SNS, develop and maintain the state SNS plan, and review local SNS plans. Analyze existing state and local preparedness assessments and conduct additional assessments as required. Provide technical assistance and training about mass immunization clinic practice, procedures, and policies, to vaccine providers. Design and evaluate state, regional and local SNS and mass dispensing plans. WORKING CONDITIONS This position requires travel to make field visits of one to five days in duration. You must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. The regular schedule is established by your supervisor, with occasional changes for work needs that would involve other hours, including weekends. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. | |
