Oregon Department of Human Services

Equity and Policy Section Director – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Administrator 1

Oregon Department of Human Services

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Portland • Oregon • United States

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Salary

💰 $9,604 - $14,856 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Oversee six units and a team of 30 FTE, managing programs and committees focused on eliminating health inequities across physical and behavioral health.
  • Lead policy development, program implementation, legislative engagement, and partnerships with internal and external partners.
  • Collaborate with the Nine Federally Recognized Tribes, Coordinated Care Organizations, and statewide advisory bodies.
  • Play a critical role in advancing OHA’s mission to improve health outcomes for all Oregonians through strategic leadership and commitment to advancing health equity.

Requirements

  • Five years of management experience; OR two years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Strong background in program and project management to advance organizational goals related to equity, inclusion, and equitable health outcomes.
  • Proven experience as a systems thinker and outcomes-oriented leader overseeing complex, multi-unit programs in a health equity or public health environment.
  • Proven track record of building and sustaining collaborative partnerships with cross-agency teams.
  • Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing policies and strategies to eliminate health inequities with priority populations.
  • Experience building relationships with Oregon’s Nine Federally Recognized Tribes and external partners including Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and culturally specific and community-based organizations.
  • Expertise in legislative engagement, including development of Policy Option Packages, legislative reporting, and administrative rulemaking.
  • Significant experience in overseeing legislatively mandated programs, advisory committees, and statewide initiatives.
  • Proficient in budget planning, resource allocation, and oversight of staff who administer contracts and grants for multi-unit programs.
  • Demonstrated skill in providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and leadership to multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits
  • Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
  • Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
  • Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
  • Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
  • Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
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