Business Operations and Finance Director (PEME) Limited Duration (24 months)

Initial Posting Date:
01/06/2021

Application Deadline:
01/20/2021

Agency:
Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:
$6,132 - $9,485

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Business Operations and Finance Director (PEME) Limited Duration (24 months)

Job Description:

This is a full-time, limited duration opportunity and/or a job rotation opportunity for current State of Oregon employees. This position is management services, supervisory and is not represented by a union.

Limited duration positions are benefit eligible positions with a designated maximum length of service. This position is expected to last through December 1, 2022; however, it could end at any time or be extended.

NOTE: A cover letter and resume are required to be attached to your application.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) together have launched a new COVID-19 Response and Recovery Unit (CRRU). The CRRU is recruiting for one (1) Business Operations and Finance Director located in Portland, Oregon.

What will you do?
As the Business Operations and Finance Director, you will provide leadership and direction, for the development and implementation of diverse and complicated components of the overall budget and business operations for the CRRU. This includes overseeing financial operations of 13 distinct programs and a biennial budget of $450 million and 320 positions. You will work directly with the Health Authority, Department of Human Services, Department of Administrative Services, Chief Financial Office, and the Legislative Fiscal Office to provide budget and fiscal impact information on CRRU programs.

What's in it for you?
The Covid-19 Response and Recovery Unit is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you are an experienced public health program manager with extensive grant management experience, apply today.

What are we looking for?

Requested Skills

• Minimum requirements: Three years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation OR Two years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management OR Three years of professional experience as a program/project leader, assigning and reviewing work of professional staff (e.g., engineers, etc.) including project responsibility for developing goals and objectives, project evaluation, and monitoring and controlling or preparing a budget. In the "Work History" section on your application, you must clearly describe your experience in each of the a), b), c), d) areas listed. Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration.
• Extensive knowledge of budget management principles and techniques, including budgeting and cost-benefit analysis; methods and techniques of contract administration and procurement procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and systems of fiscal management and governmental budgeting and finance, to include financial forecasting and the analysis of financial data.
• Skill to prepare and present highly complex technical and policy material and issues to non-specialists.
• Ability to formulate fiscal and budget policy and strategies required to meet legislative direction and agency priorities.
• Skill to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards.
• Skill to communicate effectively with regulatory bodies, individuals and groups from different socioeconomic backgrounds with divergent needs and points of view; to gain consensus among conflicting individuals and groups; establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
• Experience establishing, long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Leadership skills in a fast-changing environment.
• Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

How to Apply

• Attach a cover letter.
• Attach a resume.
• Complete the online application.
• Complete questionnaire.

Attention current State of Oregon employees:

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To apply as a job rotation/developmental candidate, you must be currently employed by the State of Oregon (this includes regular status employees, who have completed trial service, as well as limited duration employees).

NOTE: Please ensure you've provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

Help Your Application Rise to the Top!

Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience, making you the best candidate for the position. Candidates whose training and/or experience most closely match the requirements and needs of the position and who attach all necessary documents will be eligible for an interview.Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Michele Olson at (971) 304-5757 or Michele.Olson@dhsoha.state.or.us.

TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.

Additional Information

• Please monitor your Workday account to view all communication regarding your application. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
• If you are a veteran, you may receive veteran's preference. Click here for more information about veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will be required to provide your documents later in the process.
• We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers currently. You will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.
• If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Please attach only the documents that are related to the position such as cover letter, resume and transcripts. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.
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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Pay Equity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate or screen applicants on the basis of current or past compensation. We determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. To learn more about OHA's mission, vision and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.