| Post Code: D703 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9712 | |
| Classification Number: C0861 | |
| Open: 10/26/2009 | |
| Close: 11/9/2009 | |
| 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 position in the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) section within the Office of Family Health, located in PORTLAND. A union represents this position. Please be aware that due to the economic downturn and subsequent state budget short-fall the Governor has ordered mandatory furloughs for employees. This position will be required to take furloughs in the biennium 2009-2011. QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to Human Services/Public Health; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program related to human services/public health. OR Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience coordinating or administering a program related to human services/public health. NOTE: Experience in policy development and program implementation on the county or state level is desired. Preference may be given for a Masters Degree in Public Health. 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 3 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 LEHS9712
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 an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the DHS, Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position provides technical assistance to the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program to assure and support policy, program design, and evaluation needs for public health data information related to hearing loss. MAJOR DUTIES INCLUDE: Coordinates the overall referral process for EHDI follow-up with local public health departments and early intervention programs, provides organization of follow-up activities with the EHDI team, and provides oversight of follow-up and tracking activities with hospitals and diagnostic facilities. Oversees planning and development of data quality and operational improvement projects for the EHDI registry and ensures provision of quality data for EHDI program grants and reports. Researches and analyzes EHDI national policy and practice recommendations, and emerging state and national issues. Coordinates planning, implementation and evaluation of community education and outreach activities and projects for underserved populations. Collaborates with other state and local program partners, soliciting their participation and/or that of community members in planning, implementing and evaluating community education and outreach activities for EHDI. Assists EHDI Program Coordinator with development of budget, legislative requests, and grant applications to state, federal and other funding entities. WORKING CONDITIONS Routine travel (both in-state and out-of-state) to attend meetings, conferences, and make presentations. Occassional weekend and evening hours. 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. 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/salary.shtml PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. | |
