Climate and Health Resilience Strategist (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

Job Description :

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - Climate and Health Resilience Strategist (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

The section in Portland, Oregon, has a fantastic career opportunity for a Climate and Health Resilience Strategist.

As the Climate and Health Resilience Strategist, you will serve as the representative for the Environmental Public Health (EPH) program within the PHD-wide collaborative effort to administer the Public Health Equity grant for local (county) public health authorities (LPHAs) and CBOs

Your responsibilities will include supporting grant administration, identifying and cultivating partnerships, providing technical assistance and training on climate resilience, facilitating peer-learning communities, developing tools, and offering program-specific support to CBOs and other public health partners. You will coordinate across Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and work with the PHD Director’s Office to ensure that local, tribal, and community partners have the necessary resources and support to assess and address the health impacts of climate change.

In this role, you will assess the health implications of policies and planning related to the built environment, focusing on land use, urban development, infrastructure for energy, water, and waste, brownfields, and green spaces, with the goal of integrating public health, equity, and climate considerations. You will evaluate potential health disparities associated with built environment programs, plans, and policies, and provide recommendations to other state agencies and decision-makers to promote health equity, maximize health co-benefits, and mitigate health risks. You will offer technical assistance to local and tribal jurisdictions, community partners, and other agencies, and lead efforts to foster collaboration and coordination between the public health system and land use, urban planning, municipal infrastructure, and open space programs.

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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

Minimum Qualifications : These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

A bachelor's degree in public health, environmental or social science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

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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.

Experience collaborating effectively with diverse team members and partners.

Experience in analyzing complex systems, identifying issues, developing alternatives, facilitating consensus, and implementing solutions.

Experience in planning projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting project and program deadlines.

Experience or familiarity with integrating health equity considerations to guide program and project priorities.

Knowledge of and proficiency in applying the principles of environmental public health.

Experience or familiarity with public health system partners, including Local Public Health Authorities (LPHAs) and / or Community Based Organizations (CBOs).

Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills.

Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

Preference Statement : Preference will be given to candidates with strong knowledge of county public health department roles, scope and functions.

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