WASHINGTON COUNTY, OREGON invites applications for the position of: POLICY and PREVENTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Public Health

WASHINGTON COUNTY, OREGON invites applications for the position of:

POLICY and PREVENTION

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

- Public Health

The Health Policy and Prevention Coordinator position supports development and implementation of primary health prevention strategies across Health and Human Services (HHS) including development and implementation of strategies that influence health policies, community environments and organizational systems focused on

supporting health for all. In order to accomplish the work the incumbent will assist HHS programs in policy analysis, review of evidence-based practices and the design and implementation of cross department work. This position works with the HHS Director to provide leadership and coordination for activities associated with systems-level work. The Health Policy and Prevention Coordinator must have the ability to work closely with people from diverse backgrounds as well as experience, and knowledge of prevention strategies and policy development. This individual operates with considerable latitude and applies sound judgment. No supervision of staff is required, but the Senior Program Coordinator may guide peers, managers, supervisors, and community partners in assigned duties.

Organizational responsibilities include understanding and promoting the HHS mission; representing HHS at local, state or regional meetings and workshops; providing courteous, respectful, efficient service to all HHS internal and external customers; honoring diversity of all department employees and constituents; participating in department training; and striving for personal excellence.

Washington County offers employees a collaborative culture, work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package. Working within Washington County provides daily

opportunities to serve and build communities now and into the future. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Duties may include:

1. Assess program area service provision needs and systems on a County-wide basis; analyze information on service utilization, referral systems, community needs, service evaluations and program management; identify needed service additions and

modifications.

2. Plan methods of providing services to meet identified needs; develop plans in

coordination with community agencies; advise agencies in the formulation of objectives, methods and budgets.

3. Negotiate and monitor contracts with agencies to provide services; evaluate agency eligibility, monitor compliance with contract agreements, monitor case recording, accounting and administrative procedures.

4. Supervise the design and implementation of quality assurance, review program audits and perform site visits within program area.

5. Prepare program area portion of the Annual or Biennial Plan; prepare initial program budgets in coordination with contract agencies; prepare program area biennial budget, service and revenue projections.

6. Act as liaison between the Department, local agencies, State agencies, service providers, and the public; prepare and consult with agencies on grant development for funding of direct and contracted services; provide outside agencies with information on current Federal, State and local funding in sources; prepare, review and make funding recommendations.

7. Provide educational programs and materials to schools, community organizations and professionals; speak to groups; prepare media releases.

8. Provide consultation and technical assistance and training to agencies and programs within specialty areas.

9. Staff advisory committees and coordinate public hearings as necessary. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Primary prevention concepts, principles, practices, tools and analytical methods; • Development, implementation and evaluation of health and human services systems; • Program and contract administration;

• Community health and human services resources; • State regulations governing services;

• Preparation and interpretation of descriptive statistics; • Principles of program evaluation;

• Budgeting procedures and techniques;

• Principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management; • Computer software applications and equipment to prepare and complete forms, memos, reports, presentation and education materials, charts, graphs power point

presentations, correspondence etc; and

• Various approaches to achieve consensus, achieve favorable outcomes, manage change, and influence others

Ability to:

• Analyze data effectively and translate it into meaningful reports; • Persuade, influence, negotiate and make formal presentations;

• Analyze and solve problems, prioritize and organize and manage multiple tasks; • Effectively lead challenging, large, complex initiatives including cross-functional work with considerable program impact ;

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Regularly reframe original premise, demonstrating flexibility in thinking, openness of mind and readiness for frequent change. Innate curiosity and the desire to seek out new ideas and new solutions;

• Work in an environment with diverse internal and external individuals and stakeholder groups;

• Provide peer leadership and ability to act as a technical advisor;

• Manage multiple complex tasks and projects and delegate work effectively; • Work well under pressure in a complex and rapidly changing environment;

• Make clear and effective presentations to lay persons and health care professionals; work independently; organize work and meet timelines; write clearly; prepare

presentation aids, such as audio-visual materials and presentation handouts.

• Coordinate input and engagement of multiple parties involved in a shared project; • Apply sound judgment in making decisions independently in accordance with

established policies, procedures, and regulations; problem-solve within scope of position to recognize when problems should be referred to a manager or the Director;

• Effectively and respectfully work with persons from diverse backgrounds; and • Research and implement approaches to address problems that take into account cultural differences and working with diverse populations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor's degree and at least four (4) years of experience in performance management or a related field. Preference given to candidates that possess a Master's degree.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:

This position requires the successful completion of a background investigation. DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES RECORDS REQUIREMENT:

Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Washington County will review Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) records on

candidates prior to the interviewing phase of the selection process. Candidates that do not possess an acceptable driving record will be disqualified from this particular

recruitment. Please ensure driver's license information is correct and complete on your employment application.

Washington County has the ability to check Oregon DMV records electronically. We do not possess this ability for out-of-state applicants. If you reside or have resided outside the State of Oregon within the last 3 years, you will need to submit a DMV record(s) for the last three years within two (2) weeks after the position close date. Please forward the DMV record(s) to: hr@co.washington.or.us; or (fax) 503-846-3777, or Washington County Human Resources, ATTN: Recruitment Unit, 155 N First Avenue, Ste. 270, Hillsboro, OR 97124.

To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County use the following link. Additionally, if you would like to know what constitutes an unacceptable record, please review the Driving Records Requirement Form attached to the policy for more detail: Click Here

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Washington County is committed to using a Merit Based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SELECTION PROCESS:

1. An evaluation of training and experience of submitted applications will begin after January 25, 2016. This will be performed by Human Resources.

2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel in the division will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials and your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire. This process will begin after February 1, 2016.

STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION:

You will be advised by e-mail or regular mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition.

The selection process will consist of an evaluation and scoring of experience and training taken from your employment application materials and your responses to the

Supplemental Questionnaire. Further evaluation may include an interview, skills assessment, skill based testing, etc., as determined by the hiring department. Interested applicants must submit a completed Washington County employment application, with complete responses to the "Supplemental Questionnaire."

Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and have been discharged, you may qualify for veterans' preference points. If you believe that you qualify, please submit a copy of your DD214 for 5 points and your DD214 and a Veterans' Administration letter

confirming your disabled status for 10 points. Please submit by the closing date of the position you are applying for. Veterans' preference points cannot be honored without supporting documentation. You must email a copy of your DD214 and other supporting documentation to hr@co.washington.or.us or mail it to the Human Resources Division before the closing date of the position you are applying for.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through the Human Resources Division, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their

* Washington County is a drug-free workplace * APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.co.washington.or.us

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:

Washington County Public Services Building 155 N First Avenue Ste. 270

Hillsboro, OR 97124 503-846-8606

HR@co.washington.or.us

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SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Public Health Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a

Bachelor's Degree and at least four years of experience in performance management or a related field. Preference is given to candidates that possess a Master's degree. Do you possess these qualifications?

Yes No

* 2. Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education? Please select only one answer.

Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree, with additional coursework Master's Degree

I do not possess a degree

* 3. Please select your years of training and experience working with performance management.

Less than 1 year 1 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 5 years More than 5 years

No training or experience

* 4. Please describe universal components used to design population-level prevention strategies.

Please respond N/A if you do not have related experience.

Your response to this supplemental question will be evaluated and scored independently of your employment application.

* 5. Please select your years of experience effectively leading challenging, large, complex initiatives including cross-functional work with

considerable program impact. Less than 1 year

1 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 5 years More than 5 years

* 6. Health and Human Services in Washington County is a very diverse Department, (Divisions include, Solid Waste and Recycling, Human Services, Public Health, Children, Youth and Families, Animal Services and Disability, Aging and Veterans Services). Please provide an example of a local prevention policy that could improve health and well-being in Washington County.

Please respond N/A if you do not have related experience.

Your response to this supplemental question will be evaluated and scored independently of your employment application.

7. Military: If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces, describe in detail your training and transferable skills from your military service.

Enter N/A if you do not have military service. * Required Question