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SalaryInitial Posting Date:
03/12/2024 Application Deadline:
03/26/2024 Agency:
Department of Human Services Salary Range:
$5,747 - $8,831 Position Type:
Employee Position Title:
Operations and Policy Analyst 3 - Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program Job Description:
Position type: Permanent, full time
Applications accepted: March 12, 2024 – March 26, 2024
Location: Salem, Oregon
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the
Equity North Star
as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply. Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people Experiencing Homelessness in Oregon? Do you thrive in an environment where you can work both independently and as part of a growing and enthusiastic team dedicated to supporting youth programming? Are you excited about being involved in initiatives that are on the cutting edge of youth advocacy and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the state? If yes, "Say yes to YEHP!" We welcome you to join us!
Info Session: This is not counted as part of the hiring process but is a place for you to learn more on the position and ask questions.
March 18th, 11:30-12:30pm
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Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!
- When you join the ODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
- Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.
- We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The Equity North Starhas four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.
- We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and competitive benefits packagesincluding health, dental, vision and much more!
What you need to qualify:
A Bachelor's 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.
Essential attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Advocacy Skills: Willingness and ability to advocate for the needs and rights of the youth.
Active Listening: Skill in fully concentrating, understanding and responding to what youth/contributors are communicating.
Self-awareness: Recognition of personal biases, values and emotions, and the ability to manage them professionally.
System change: Ability to work independently, and in teams, with internal and external partners.
Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.
Your duties at a glance:
- Identifying, analyzing, and working to transform complex systems to achieve positive outcomes for youth.
- Supporting policy development work for systems change.
- Developing comprehensive strategies and action plans for initiating and managing systemic change initiatives.
- Monitoring and evaluating the impact of systemic change effort.
- Working with organizations and communities to understand how various interconnected elements interact and influence each other.
- Communicating and leading interagency collaborations, both internal to ODHS and with partner agencies.
- Creating, solidifying, and maintaining partnerships and relationships across the youth homelessness landscape.
- Promoting innovative approaches and tools to address systemic challenges and leverage opportunities for positive change.
- Cultural Competence & Cultural Humility - Promotes and fosters a diverse and qualified workforce and discrimination/harassment-free workplace.
- Recognizes and value of all individuals regardless of their cultures, identities, and backgrounds.
Working conditions
Hybrid (supports remote work) with occasional travel to Salem and communities you are working with. Requires a valid driver's license.
Application instructions & requirements
Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.
- A cover letter is required. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications, requirements, and essential attributes for the position.
- Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
- Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
- If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.
- After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
Additional requirements
- Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
- The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. 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. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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- This is a permanent / full-time position and is union represented: Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
- Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our Oregon job opportunitiespage.
- If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact brent.lawrence@odhs.oregon.gov
- Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
