Program Analyst 3-Women Veterans Coordinator

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Program Analyst 3 (Women Veterans Coordinator) The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) is a State of Oregon agency with a mission to serve and honor veterans through leadership, advocacy and strong partnerships. The Department is entrusted to assist veterans, their dependents, and surviving family members in obtaining their earned Federal, State, and local benefits. At the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, we value a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We stand by our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization, and recognize and celebrate our unique backgrounds and diverse experiences. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ community members. The strength of our agency lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at ODVA. The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs has (1) full-time opportunity available for a Program Analyst 3 (Women Veterans Coordinator) located at ODVA Headquarters in Salem, Oregon in a hybrid (work from home/in-office work schedule). This is a permanent, union represented position within the Appeals & Special Advocacy Division. About Us We are a collective of individuals working toward a very noble mission, day in and day out. From direct client engagement to operational services that support day-to-day business, our teams work together to deliver on a promise made more than 80 years ago. ODVA works to deliver on an incredibly broad mission in serving all Oregon Veterans and their families aligning and partnering around a shared vision and of good stewardship of existing resources. ODVA unites government, private companies, nonprofits, and other veteran services organizations to address issues facing veterans and their families. We are building support around specific issues that affect veterans. And we maintain strong relationships with key partners that allow us to continue to be a leading voice on veteran’s issues. This is ODVA's cadence. Together with our veterans and our partners, we honor the past, build on our strengths, and chart a course worthy of the next 80 years. What you will do! As ODVA’s Women Veterans Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective functioning and accountability of the organization’s fiscal operations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years experience coordinating or administering a program OR;
• Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
• This position requires successful completion of a fingerprint based criminal history background check through the Oregon (LEDS) and National (NCIC) law enforcement data systems.
• A valid Oregon or Washington State driver’s license is required; must also undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, with ongoing monitoring as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience managing complex caseloads, resolving challenges through advocacy, and developing solutions to improve client access to benefits and services
• Strong background in public speaking and community engagement
• Proven ability to serve as a liaison between local, state, and federal officials, building collaborative relationships to advance program goals.
• Experience managing budgets and reporting requirements for fundraising and public engagement events
• Comprehensive understanding of the inner workings of federal, state, and local governments, and how they interact and complement one another
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and communication platforms; experience with case management databases

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ODVA’s statewide women veterans program to focus on identifying and addressing barriers to women veteran’s access to benefits and resources
• Through direct engagement, ensure Oregon women veterans can access federal and state benefits, including: Monetary benefits Medical services Behavioral health services Other supportive resources that promote long-term well-being
• Lead proactive advocacy efforts on behalf of women veterans across the state
• Serve as a liaison with local, state, and federal partners regarding benefits and entitlements
• Advise executive leadership on key issues impacting women veterans
• Identify and work to eliminate systemic and practical barriers to benefit access
• Promote equitable access to earned benefits for women veterans throughout Oregon

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year
• membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

What This Job Offers

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