Health Policy Analyst Senior

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$41.35 - $50.90 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 07, 2024

The Opportunity:

This Work Matters!

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission:

We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

The purpose of this position is to research, plan, evaluate and implement activities that support and create tobacco-free environments in settings that may include, but are not limited to work sites, schools, multi-unit housing and retail environments. It strengthens program capacity to plan and implement comprehensive strategies to address tobacco-related chronic disease, including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes.

Functional tasks include staffing issue-specific work groups, research, policy analysis, enforcement of pertinent regulations, collecting and maintaining data, and participating in program planning and evaluation. The incumbent will strengthen the Department's relationships and partnerships in the community by collaborating with a variety of stakeholders, such as representatives from education, parks and recreation, business, non-profit, culturally-specific, volunteer, advocacy, and civic groups. This position will work to advance the Prevention and Health Promotion (PHP) unit's and the Tobacco Control and Prevention program's policy, system and environmental (PSE) change strategy portfolio on tobacco, chronic disease, and violence prevention. The recruitment requires advanced communication skills, strong experience with policy development, a strong understanding of the current political environment, and the ability to provide information to a wide range of stakeholders.

As the Health Policy Analyst Senior, you will:

• Study and compile impacts of new or proposed public policies, proposed legislation, federal or state guidelines, taxes, services and regulations to provide key stakeholders with information for effective decision/policy making and long-range organizational, community health and service delivery planning

• Conduct literature reviews and compile information regarding best practices in public policy and policy analysis specific to tobacco control and prevention

• Partner with Health Epidemiology Analytics and Evaluation staff on conducting statistical evaluations of data collected and potential financial impact to retailers based on policy and law changes, balanced against improving community health with improved health-risk communication about tobacco products

• Develop tools to evaluate the Tobacco Retail License Program annually and identify quality improvement opportunities for program administration

• Provide updates and recommendations on program data gathering steps and recommendations for changes within the program and from retail feedback

• Collaborate with internal Health partners on sharing information at various locations and environments within clinics, community outreach events, student health centers, etc. to educate, inform and move community health to advocate departmental position to achieve the County's goals, interests, and needs

• Serve as a consultant to health executives; make recommendations to help shape policies that impact program guidelines, initiatives and service delivery that have significant long-term impact on County resources, Health Department priorities, and direction

• Research, present and report on data to explain socio-economic phenomena, and health care/health outcome trends (i.e. applying mathematical models, statistical techniques, etc.).

• Represent the Department at meetings and inter-governmental activities at the local, state and federal level to influence legislative and/or regulatory change to improve community health

• Develop guidelines, standards and prepare points of view to forecast trends, guide decision-making and resource investments, and formulate policy

• Develop and define policy analysis for culturally specific approaches based on community outreach and voice concerns/needs and research completed

• Contribute relevant data, research, and model policies/practices in tobacco control and prevention to outreach and education efforts

• Provide professional development, training and mentorship support for Tobacco Control and Prevention (TCPP) staff and community partners

• Research appropriate training or events for PHP/TCPP staff and community partners to attend for their own professional learning and as support for their policy, system and environmental (PSE) strategies

• Track and report offering presented to staff and community partners, including budget impact and matching actions to program goals and strategic plan

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public policy/political science, public health, Social Work with a focus in community development, counseling or psychology, or related field

• Five (5) years of post-Masters experience in policy analysis, research, and/or program evaluation

• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates/interviews

• Background, reference, and education checks

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role.

However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Required: The Application Packet:

You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

• A completed online application.

• A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.

• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in the role.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hybrid Telework: This position is designated as "hybrid telework," meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location.

The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.. The onsite work location for this position is the Lloyd Corporate Plaza located at 847 NE 19th Ave, Ste 350, Portland 97232.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical.

All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.

Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Dan Ryan

Email:

daniel.ryan@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 5001690

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6510 - Health Policy Analyst Senior