Occupational Safety And Health Outreach Program Coordinator (Program Analyst 4)

Initial Posting Date:

10/18/2024

Application Deadline:

11/10/2024

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$6,025 - $9,253

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Occupational Safety and Health Outreach Program Coordinator (Program Analyst 4)

Job Description:

Our mission...

To protect and serve Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Recruitment Timeline:

• These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment closes: November 10, 2024

1st round interviews: week of November 20, 2024

2nd round interviews: week of December 6, 2024

Anticipated offer date: December 10, 2024

What's in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment

• Colleagues who are passionate about public service

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible for hybrid remote work for up to 16 hours a week once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. The incumbent may frequently be asked to work from the main duty station office, such as during legislative session, and various offices or venues throughout the state on an as-needed basis.

Here's what you will do:

As the Occupational Safety and Health Outreach Program Coordinator, you will design and manage the Oregon OSHA statewide community engagement program efforts as it relates to the Oregon Safe Employment Act (ORS chapter 654). The statewide community includes all employees, private and public sector employers, unions, worker advocate organizations, community partners, business organizations, academia and research professionals, and other interested stakeholders across the state of Oregon.

Duties include:

• Identifying and reducing barriers to access Oregon OSHA's regulatory protections and workplace safety and health services, which include enforcement, consultation, outreach, public education, and engaging diverse voices in statewide budget and policy development

• Developing, collecting and evaluating both qualitative and quantitative data to measure and evaluate the performance of Oregon OSHA programs, particularly as it relates to reaching underrepresented communities

• Working across the state enterprise to identify opportunities of how Oregon OSHA could improve access to worker rights and protections, statewide services, and identifying potential solutions

• Meeting with underserved community leaders and representatives regularly and serving as the point of contact within Oregon OSHA for community engagement initiatives, events, and statewide reporting

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

Here's what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 five years of experience coordinating or administering a program

OR

• Any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience coordinating or administering a program

Required Skills:

• Spanish bilingual skills are required for this position. The successful candidate must be able to speak, read, write, and interpret Spanish fluently, and will earn 5% more than the salary listed on this announcement.

Requested Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners, including government agencies, community-based organizations, and workers from diverse populations

• Thorough knowledge of Oregon OSHA policies and programs

• Extensive experience in public speaking, providing technical safety and health training, and giving formal presentations to stakeholder organizations and workers

• Demonstrated experience analyzing statistical metrics and coordinating internal resources for meeting program initiatives

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the "Resume / Cover Letter" section of the application.

• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.

• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.

• The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.

• This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

• We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.

• The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov or by phone at 503-378-3200.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. For more information, please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.