WOC Strategic Operations Manager

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

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This Work Matters!

This temporary work of class assignment is expected to last up to six months.

This position will plan organize manage and administer the Financial and Business Management Division strategic operations programs including the management of the division Project Management Office. These programs provide core executive and operational support to the Health Department Deputy Director and the Financial and Business Management division leadership. This position is also responsible for coordinating the divisions strategic planning creating and coordinating division communications and planning and facilitating leadership and division meetings. As a member of the senior leadership team this position will be responsible for creating safety trust and belonging; supporting the implementation of the Countys Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and participating in equity initiatives across the organization. The person in this position will center equity in policy and practice and in service to the Health Departments value of racial equity and its mission to reduce health disparities. Every employee has a responsibility for promoting equity. This is a work out of class assignment.

As the WOC Strategic Operations Manager you will:

• Act as a resource and provide direction guidance and leadership to staff; advise on complex and sensitive concerns and issues

• Provide direction mentoring coaching development discipline and evaluations

• Lead the strategic utilization of project managers across the division including the development and monitoring of consistent project management tools and trackers

• Work with senior leadership in the strategic allocation of project management resources

• Monitor project implementation progress and lead the reporting of project status to division leadership

• Assist management with personnel matters including labor issues and grievances contract negotiations and affirmative action and risk management; evaluate and recommend actions regarding department-wide personnel matters

• Assess develop monitor and improve division recruitment processes through the use of an equity and empower lens to achieve consistently diverse candidate pools and eliminate racial bias in the application interview and selection processes

• Coordinate and oversee the division communication and strategic framework strategies and efforts. Create review and coordinate division communications to customers and staff including reviews for clarity and accessibility

• Represent the division within the department and external to the department when needed including preparing and making presentations participating in meetings and conducting community outreach

• Serve as coordinator liaison and primary staff contact for the departments Community Budget Advisory Committee

• Provide strategic assessment scheduling and coordination of committee activities

• Plan and facilitate the leadership team meetings and activities

• Plan and facilitate division-wide all-staff meetings focused on inclusion and creating a culture of safety trust and belonging

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont 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 Countys 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 in a section is labeled as required. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education training and experience will be evaluated.

• Equivalent to a bachelors degree

• Three (3) to six (6) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

*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 application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.

• Supplemental questions

• Phone screen

• Oral exam

• Consideration of top candidates

• Background reference and education checks

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 how you plan to advance racial equity in this position.

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 INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This position is not eligible for overtime.

Type: Non Represented

FLSA: Exempt

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

Routine Telework: This position is designated as routine telework meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine 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 Gladys McCoy Building located at 619 NW 6th Ave Portland OR 97209.

Salary/Pay: 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 candidates 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.

Our Commitment to Safety Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees

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 dont 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.

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