Pathways Community Engagement Coordinator (Doh7830) Project

This recruitment announcement is for one (1) full-time project Program Specialist 3 (PS 3) position currently funded through June 2024 (contingent upon funding, this position may be extended).

Make a difference

This Pathways Community Engagement CoordinatorProgram Specialist 3 position will focus on supporting the implementation of the Community Representative Workforce Pathways Pilot program on the Community Relations & Equity Team (CR&E), located in the Office of Public Affairs & Equity (OPAE). The Workforce Pathways (WFP) Program is a unique and innovative pilot program funded through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as part of a larger public health effort to respond to the impact of COVID-19 on essential workers in public health and allied health.

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Support development of a comprehensive community outreach and engagement plan for the Workforce Pathways Program.
• Support Regional Pathways Pilot launch.
• Support host site projects, which align and incorporate the CDC's 10 Essential Public Health Services.
• Provide technical, logistical and communications assistance and support for partnership outreach and engagement.

If this opportunity sounds like something you would enjoy doing, we encourage you to apply!

Join a great team and lead us into the future

The Community Relations & Equity (CR&E) Team leads the agency's Equity & Social Justice Infinitives and strives to ensure communities are centered in our policies, plans, education efforts, programs, and decisions. The CR&E team works on policy, systems, and access efforts; institutional efforts to operationalize equity within the agency; and community partnership and engagement.

The WFP Program is an intentional investment in the public health workforce that seeks to create a place of belonging and inclusion by providing paid professional experiences for members of historically underrepresented communities and those with non-traditional career and educational backgrounds. In doing so, the WFP Program supports agency efforts towards building a diverse workforce reflective of all lived and professional experiences, cultures, ethnicities, languages, abilities, and geographic regions across the state of Washington. A representative and reflective workforce better positions the overall public health system to effectively promote equitable opportunities for health and safety.

Location and flexibility

The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance including telework and reporting to the Tumwater, WA duty station for work activities as needed. We anticipate the incumbent will work at the Tumwater office 1-2 days quarterly.

Work that matters

Public health promotes and protects the health of all people in the state of Washington, in the communities where they live, learn, work, and play. We understand that our efforts to achieve more equitable health outcomes for the communities we serve begin with our ability to operationalize and institutionalize equity throughout our internal policies, systems, and practices.

About DOH

Join the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding public health. As a frontline defender of our communities, DOH collaborates with partners around the clock to impact the lives of every Washingtonian and visitor. We're not just an organization; we're a catalyst for change, guided by our core values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement. Our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington's health is in motion, and we invite you to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of the state by joining us in this exciting journey. Your work at DOH truly matters.

Why DOH

We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. To learn more about "Why DOH", visitWork@Health.

Our Ideal Candidate

Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative.

Required Qualifications

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

Option 1: Four (4) or more years of experience planning, developing, and conducting comprehensive outreach and Community Engagement efforts that are culturally and linguistically appropriate.

OR

Option 2: A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university AND at least two (2) years of experience leading, planning, developing, and conducting comprehensive outreach and Community Engagement efforts that are culturally and linguistically appropriate.

AND

Experience in the following:

• Managing multiple, complex projects at the same time.
• Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives, with specific experience engaging communities and partners.
• Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others.
• Experience ensuring services and information are accessible for individuals with disabilities and people with limited English proficiency.

Skills and Competencies

• Aligns project objectives with broader organizational goals.
• Identifying and addressing access barriers by applying an equity and social justice lense.
• Excellent verbal, written, and inter-personal communication skills with a wide variety of audiences.
• Demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and judgment during challenging or ambiguous situations.
• Adapts to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

• Two years' experience supporting community-driven efforts.
• Two years' experience working within a governmental agency.
• Planning or coordinating programs grants, contracts and/or projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Speaking, reading and writing proficiency in one of the 37 most spoken languages in Washington State other than English.

Application Process

Intrigued? Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:

• A cover letter (without personal pictures) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
• A current resume (without personal pictures).
• Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section, which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.

Attachments: Do not attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (transcripts, social security number, year of birth, etc.).

Veterans: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact kristina.cox@doh.wa.gov, (360) 236-4152. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.

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Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions

With or without accommodation, I am willing and able to:

• Work a full-time 40-hour work week and occasionally adjust work-schedule to meet business needs, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Occasionally travel alone or with another person for several days throughout the state and nation, which may include overnight.
• Legally operate a state- or privately-owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation while on state business.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple assignments and priority deadlines.
• Participate in emergency response exercises and emergency events/high-priority assignments as assigned.

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) advertised in this recruitment are filled, this recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile or attachments.