Workforce Development, Equity and Administrative Services Manager (Business Operations Manager 2)

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

363d • $7,353 - $11,373 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Workforce Development, Equity and Administrative Services Manager (Business Operations Manager 2) at the Oregon Health Authority is responsible for bridging business operations, administrative services, and organizational design strategies to facilitate an engaged workforce. This position focuses on embedding equity into workforce recruitment, onboarding, retention, training, and development activities. The role involves carrying out the objectives and goals of the Medicaid Division related to workforce development and equity strategic planning and implementation. This includes recruitment and retention, training development and delivery, and various core administrative services functions. The position is classified as Management Service and is not represented by a union, and it is a permanent, full-time role located in Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah with a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility.
• Experience in developing and implementing workforce development and equity policies.
• Experience in planning and tracking recruitment and administrative onboarding activities.
• Experience in designing and delivering employee onboarding and training content.
• Experience managing complex business office and administrative services functions.
• Experience in financial and budget management.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on health outcomes.
• Experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information effectively.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Ability to navigate complex relationships and demonstrate collaborative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set the direction, goals, and objectives for Medicaid's workforce recruitment across all units/teams and OHA sections/divisions.
• Develop, prepare, and monitor near-term and long-term strategies for the Medicaid's workforce equity plan.
• Ensure values-oriented, trauma-informed, anti-racist, equity-embedded recruitment strategies are utilized.
• Oversee training forums and content that advance health equity and promote collaborative action.
• Provide expertise, technical assistance, design input, and oversight for workforce development and administrative services functions.
• Supervise staff and co-create strategies for training, development, and career opportunities.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical, vision, and dental benefits packages.
• 11 paid holidays each year.
• 3 additional paid 'Personal Business Days' each year.
• 8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month.
• Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees