| Post Code: D702 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9765 | |
| Classification Number: X7008 | |
| Open: 11/13/2009 | |
| Revised: 12/3/2009 (Set Close Date) | |
| Close: 12/18/2009 | |
| Location: Portland | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)/Office of the Director (DO)/Office Multicultural Health and Services (OMDHS)/Equity, Policy and Community Engagement Unit is seeking a progressive and experienced professional to serve as the Equity, Policy and Community Engagement Unit Manager. This position leads a team that is responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating strategies that promote equity and eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in health and human services in Oregon. This position is Management Service and is not represented by a union. 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. DHS serves our state and the people in it. We:
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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Three years of management experience related to policy advocacy, community organizing, health promotion, racial justice, and leadership development with responsibility for each of the following: Development of program rules and policies and/or leadership in the implementation of program rules and policy; Development of long- and short-range goals and plans; Program evaluation; and Budget management/preparation. Master's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, or Public Administration is desired, with coursework, training, and/or work experience in social justice, dismantling institutional privilege, social determinants of health and equity, community organizing, and policy advocacy desired. Graduate level course work (48 quarter or 32 semester hours) in Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, or Public Administration may be substituted for one year of the required experience. EDUCATION: Although undergraduate and graduate degrees are valued, we encourage all individuals with the desired competencies and experience to apply. DESIRED COMPETENCIES Demonstrated ability to engage and work effectively with culturally diverse communities, including existing effective relationships with diverse community leaders throughout Oregon.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Equity, Policy, and Community Engagement Unit Manager is responsible for organizing staff, interns, volunteers, and advisory groups to develop, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate internal and community-based programs and activities which promote, establish, support and institutionalize a focus on promoting equity in processes as well as outcomes to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in health and human services in Oregon. The position's functions include establishing program goals and objectives, developing, implementing and coordinating strategies, policies and resources to meet these goals and objectives, and monitoring, evaluating, and communicating progress towards reaching those goals. The position is a member of the OMHS Executive Staff and serves as the senior consultant available to services/program executives in DHS for assistance with developing programs that effectively address racial and ethnic disparities in outcomes. The major duties include:
WORKING CONDITIONS Early morning, evening, and/or weekend hours may be required. This position works a professional workweek and the incumbent's flexibility to this work schedule is considered a condition of employment. It is understood that the hours of work may vary from day to day, week to week. The hiring manager will work with the incumbent to determine work schedule specifics. Travel. You must have a current, valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. TO APPLY: A completed DHS Management Service Application Form (located at the end of this announcement). Please do not submit the State of Oregon Application Form (PD100). AND A current resume that clearly describes your experience, skills and/or knowledge related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements of the position as listed above. AND A narrative explaining your background, experience and training specifically as they relate to the desired competencies previously listed. You may deliver, mail, e-mail or FAX your completed application to: (Please include announcement number LEHS9765 in the subject line of the e-mail)
Department of Human Services
ATTN: Jean Fauth
Recruitment and Retention Unit
500 Summer Street NE - E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
or
FAX your application to 503-378-2249
HOW TO APPLY Obtain application materials, job, and benefits information by doing one of the following: Access the DHS website at http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/jobs 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. The salary on all announcements may change without notice. 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. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
EXECUTIVE SERVICE APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT NAME: MAILING ADDRESS: STATE OF OREGON EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (REQUIRED): OR OR APPLICANT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE: E-MAIL: POSITION: PEME/ EQUITY, POLICY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER/LEHS9765 Helpful link for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtml I understand that any oral or written statement that is false, fraudulent, or misleading in this material, or made in the course of any related employment process, whether made by me or by others at my request, will result in rejection of this material, denial of employment, or dismissal from state service if discovered after employment, and in many circumstances, prosecution for a crime. I certify that all statements contained herein are true and complete whether made by me or others at my request. I understand that I must prove that I am authorized to work in the United States if I am hired. I authorize the employing agency to verify the employment and education information provided in this material. I authorize my driving record to be checked if the position for which I am applying requires driving. I understand and agree to a pre-employment drug screening and a background check. APPLICANT SIGNATURE: DATE: RECRUITMENT TRACKING INFORMATION
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
Classification Number: Announcement Number: HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THIS POSITION?
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(A) Asian or Pacific Islander: Persons having origins in any of the peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa. (B) African American (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the black ethnic groups.
(H) Hispanic: Persons having origins in any of the Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish cultures, regardless of ethnicity.(I) Native American or Alaskan Native: Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition. (W) Caucasian (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, North Africa or the Middle East. Gender: MALE FEMALE Disabled: YES NO (Checking the “yes” box has no effect on an employer's obligation to provide reasonable accommodation under state and federal disability laws.) ATTENTION: Attach this page to your application materials, even if you do not provide the voluntary information. | |
