Rules Community Engagement Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)
Rules Community Engagement Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
07/11/2025Application Deadline:
07/21/2025Agency:
Oregon Health AuthoritySalary Range:
$6123 - $9409Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Rules Community Engagement Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)Job Description:
INTRODUCTION
The Community Engagement unit builds and maintains pathways to prioritize community and partner voice throughout Medicaid policy and operations in close collaboration with other OHA and state agency teams. The primary purpose of this position is to provide community engagement expertise planning and implementation in Division rulemaking.
The positions responsibilities include acting as an auxiliary Chapter 410 Rules Coordinator - Chapter 410 of the Oregon Administrative Rules contains 38 divisions and covers Oregons medical assistance programs (Medicaid Childrens Health Insurance Program Healthier Oregon Basic Health Program and more).
In addition this position is responsible for developing process documents trainings and materials to support community engagement in administrative rulemaking; creating personalized engagement plans with rule writers; partnering with Tribal Liaisons to honor Tribal Consultation responsibilities; engaging directly with communities to assess rulemaking priorities and effective engagement strategies; and maintaining the public-facing website in alignment with DAS SOS and Governors Office requirements.
The ultimate goal is to center community voice in the development modification and management of Oregon Administrative Rules and other medical assistance program rules and statutes. This position represents the agency by explaining program activities policies and proposed changes to internal and external partners federal and state agencies and the public. It also manages external advisory committees and supports Division rule-writing staff in engaging impacted communities throughout the rulemaking process.
This position will collaborate with diverse populations most harmed by social injustice and inequities and will demonstrate the ability to build and steward positive collaborative and partnership-based relationships with diverse community groups including communities of color immigrant groups the disability and neurodivergent communities veterans older adults individuals identifying as LGBTQIA2S and other communities that have been traditionally marginalized.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths background and commitment to fostering inclusivity we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
A Bachelors Degree in Business or Public Administration Behavioral or Social Sciences Finance Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification. Desired Attributes:
The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these please let us know in your application.
Desired Attributes
- Experience supporting the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community state and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities expand culturally responsive and inclusive services factor in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.
- Knowledge of health services delivery systems particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid administration in Oregon.
- Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes; experience analyzing applying and advising on relevant federal and state Medicaid laws and regulations as well as legislative concepts/bills; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes is valued.
- Ability to foster inter-and cross-agency collaboration and to facilitate coordination of community centered policies programs and continuous (performance / quality / process) improvement strategies.
- Ability to navigate complex relationships through collaborative problem-solving consensus-building and solution-focused approaches recognizing positionality and fostering power-sharing dynamics. Experience facilitating meetings with a variety of key partners including program-policy-fiscal staff community members and community groups.
- Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums; experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information verbal and written that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive inclusive and appropriate.
- Experience presenting and articulating the value and relevance of research and evaluation data to facilitate quality assurance strategic planning and decision-making.
- Demonstrated project management experience including ability to effectively manage multiple project timelines and priorities and promote human-centered change management.
We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authoritys mission and values. OHA values health equity service excellence integrity leadership partnership innovation and transparency. OHAs health equity definition is Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race ethnicity language disability age gender gender identity sexual orientation social class intersections among these communities or identities or other socially determined circumstances.
Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing reconciling and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices. OHAs 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here to learn more about OHAs mission vision and core values.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter.
- External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
- Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
- Before the job announcement closes log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under My Applications and complete them.
- Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
- We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
- Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills including attention to detail spelling and grammar. For more tips and guidance check out What you need to know to get the job!
- This announcement is for 1 full-time permanent classified position which is represented by a union.
- This Operations and Policy Analyst 3 position based in Salem Oregon.
- This is a HYBRID community engagement position requiring 25% of community field work and 75% remote.
- Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement or if you require an alternate format to apply please contact the Senior Recruiter Juan McGruder at Voice: (TTY 711) or Email: .
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Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment;promote an atmosphere of mutual respect dedication and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If youre driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives the Oregon Health Authorityis the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
- Excellent medical vision and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
- Optional life insurance short-term disability long-term disability deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
- Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays 3 personal business days 8 hours of monthly sick leave and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Additional Details
- The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected classincluding race sex veteran status disability age color religion national origin marital status or sexual orientationand we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education experience and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
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Employment Type
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