Healthy Fish Consumption Program Coordinator (Program Analyst 2) (Two Positions - Details below)

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division, Environmental Public Health section is hiring a Healthy Fish Consumption Program Coordinator (Program Analyst 2) for its Healthy Waters unit. The role supports implementation and administration of the Healthy Fish Consumption program and leads the design, development, and execution of collaborative research projects. These projects gather socioeconomic and environmental data about fishing and fish consumption among subsistence, recreational, and Tribal fishers in Oregon. Research findings inform OHA fish consumption health advisories and outreach and education intended to reduce health risks from contaminated fish.

The coordinator drives research activities, supports program operations, contributes to public health messaging, identifies program needs, reviews contract bids, and collaborates with toxicologists, public health departments, state and local partners, and community stakeholders to address health hazards related to fish consumption. The recruitment may fill up to two positions based in Portland, Oregon: one full-time permanent position and one full-time limited-duration position. The work arrangement is hybrid.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates capacity for the required knowledge and skills, and two years of experience coordinating or administering a program; OR an equivalent combination of experience or education totaling five years that typically supports the classification's knowledge and skill requirements.
• Relevant knowledge and experience may include supporting program operations through developing guidelines, coordinating training, managing resources, negotiating contracts, and assisting with budgeting and grant funding.
• Relevant experience may include monitoring program activities by reviewing reports, conducting site visits, assessing compliance, evaluating outcomes, and recommending improvements.
• Relevant experience may include representing programs by explaining rules, coordinating with partners, delivering presentations or trainings, and engaging community partners.
• Submit a resume, cover letter, and complete answers to all supplemental questions. The cover letter is required.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; the position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience, including planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, and decision-making.
• Knowledge of budget processes, budget management, contractual agreements, and procurement procedures.
• Knowledge of natural resource and public health protection programs at federal, state, and local government levels.
• Technical writing experience creating direct narratives and data reports.
• Experience communicating technical information to individuals and groups.
• Experience developing scientifically accurate public health outreach and educational materials.
• Preference is given to candidates with more years of experience and more of the desired attributes.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and administration of the Healthy Fish Consumption program.
• Lead the design, development, and execution of collaborative research projects collecting socioeconomic and environmental data related to fishing and fish consumption among subsistence, recreational, and Tribal fishers in Oregon.
• Use research findings to inform fish consumption health advisories and outreach and education efforts to reduce health risks from contaminated fish.
• Drive research activities and support program operations.
• Contribute to public health messaging that helps communities make informed decisions about eating Oregon’s freshwater fish.
• Identify program needs and review contract bids.
• Collaborate with toxicologists, public health departments, state and local partners, and community stakeholders to address fish consumption-related health hazards.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for employees and their families.
• Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and health and childcare flexible spending account options.
• Paid time off, including 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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