Equity and Policy Section Director (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Administrator 1

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Health Authority is seeking a Section Director for the Equity & Policy (E&P) Section within the Equity and Inclusion Division. This leadership role oversees six units and a team of 30 FTE, managing programs and committees focused on eliminating health inequities across physical and behavioral health. The E&P Section Director leads policy development, program implementation, legislative engagement, and partnerships with internal and external partners, the Nine Federally Recognized Tribes, Coordinated Care Organizations and statewide advisory bodies. This position plays a critical role in advancing OHA’s mission to improve health outcomes for all Oregonians and requires strategic leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to advancing health equity.

Requirements

• Five years of management experience; OR two years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in program and project management to advance organizational goals related to equity, inclusion, and equitable health outcomes.
• Proven experience as a systems thinker and outcomes-oriented leader overseeing complex, multi-unit programs in a health equity or public health environment.
• Proven track record of building and sustaining collaborative partnerships with cross-agency teams.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing policies and strategies to eliminate health inequities with priority populations.
• Experience building relationships with Oregon’s Nine Federally Recognized Tribes and external partners including Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and culturally specific and community-based organizations.
• Expertise in legislative engagement, including development of Policy Option Packages, legislative reporting, and administrative rulemaking.
• Significant experience in overseeing legislatively mandated programs, advisory committees, and statewide initiatives.
• Proficient in budget planning, resource allocation, and oversight of staff who administer contracts and grants for multi-unit programs.
• Demonstrated skill in providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and leadership to multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Leads policy development
• Program implementation
• Legislative engagement
• Partnerships with internal and external partners, the Nine Federally Recognized Tribes, Coordinated Care Organizations and statewide advisory bodies

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: Director