ALERT IIS System Analyst & Technical Lead (OPA3)

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

5d • $6,276 - $9,644 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization Program is seeking an ALERT IIS System Analyst & Technical Lead (OPA3). In this key role, you will advance the agency’s mission by supporting and guiding the strategic direction of Oregon’s ALERT Immunization Information System (IIS). You will lead the ALERT IIS Change Control Team, applying strong project management principles to ensure Immunization Program priorities are effectively translated into system enhancements. As the primary liaison with the IIS vendor, you will collaborate to ensure the system evolves to meet program and statewide needs. You will coordinate immunization data and system alignment across OHA divisions and with external state partners such as the Board of Pharmacy and the Department of Corrections. Additionally, you will provide technical expertise to national partners, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and IIS consortiums. Your insights and recommendations will help guide decision-making for OHA leadership, state agencies, federal partners, and other partners.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, Computer Science, or another field demonstrating informatics-related knowledge and skills, along with four years of professional experience in evaluative, analytical, and planning work.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
• Relevant knowledge and experience may include work in Policy Analysis, Operation Research and Evaluation, Project Management, Business and management coordination, and Legislative Coordination.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data systems, troubleshoot technical issues, interpret system behavior, and make data-driven recommendations that support program goals and system performance.
• Understands how technology, policy, and operations intersect. Seeing the big picture, anticipates downstream impacts, and aligns system enhancements with organizational strategy, public health priorities, and partner needs.
• Thrives in dynamic environments, manages shifting priorities, and helps guide teams and partners through system updates, new requirements, and evolving public health needs with flexibility and composure.
• Provides clear direction, motivates others, leads cross-functional teams, and fosters collaboration with internal divisions, state agencies, and national partners. Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and the ability to influence without authority.
• Applies structured project management principles to plan, coordinate, and deliver system enhancements. Skilled at prioritizing requests, managing timelines, mitigating risks, and ensuring external partner alignment.
• Understands the principles of informatics, health data exchange, system interoperability, and public health data standards. This knowledge applies to guide decision-making and system improvements within the Immunization Information System (IIS).
• Communicates complex technical concepts in a clear, accessible manner. Facilitates productive discussions with diverse partners, gathers input, builds consensus, and prepares effective reports and recommendations for leadership and external partners.
• Experience with Immunization Information Systems, data flows, HL7 standards, IIS operations, and national IIS initiatives. Ability to provide authoritative guidance on system design, enhancements, and alignment with CDC and national program expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ALERT IIS Change Control Team, applying strong project management principles to ensure Immunization Program priorities are effectively translated into system enhancements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the IIS vendor, collaborating to ensure the system evolves to meet program and statewide needs.
• Coordinate immunization data and system alignment across OHA divisions and with external state partners.
• Provide technical expertise to national partners, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and IIS consortiums.
• Provide insights and recommendations to guide decision-making for OHA leadership, state agencies, federal partners, and other partners.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level