Center for Public Health Practice Administrator (Public Health Administrator 1)

Initial Posting Date:

10/02/2025

Application Deadline:

10/19/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

9,370.00-14,494.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Center for Public Health Practice Administrator (Public Health Administrator 1)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Center for Public Health Practice Administrator (Public Health Administrator 1)

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Public Health Practice is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Center for Public Health Practice Administrator. This position is responsible for setting the vision and strategic direction of the Center in alignment with the Public Health Division’s overarching goals. The Administrator will play a key role in the Division’s shared leadership model, guiding the Center’s operations and administration in accordance with Oregon statutes, administrative rules, and OHA policies and procedures.

This role requires a strong foundation in public health science and administration to position Oregon as a national leader in public health excellence. The Administrator will lead the development and implementation of public health policy, champion continuous quality improvement and performance management, and ensure effective communication of policies and procedures across leadership, management, and program teams.

As a representative of the Division, the Administrator will engage with professional organizations, media, the Conference of Local Health Officials, federal partners, and state government leaders, as delegated by the State Public Health Director. A critical focus of this role is to ensure all Center initiatives support OHA’s strategic goal of eliminating health inequities. The Administrator will also identify and secure funding opportunities to advance community-led health initiatives, foster cross-program integration, and mentor mid- and senior-level leaders within the Center and across the Division.

The Center for Practice Administrator must reside in either Oregon or Washington. This residency requirement ensures the Administrator is positioned to effectively engage with regional partners, staff, and stakeholders across both states.

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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.

• Five years of management experience; OR
• Two years of management experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that are 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 and address specifically in your cover letter.

• Strategic Systems Thinker: Demonstrated experience analyzing and addressing root causes within complex systems, designing solutions that account for interdependencies, long-term outcomes, and equity impacts.
• Experienced Public Health Leader: Experience directing complex public health programs and activities involving multiple partners, with a strong understanding of public health emergency response systems.
• Policy and Budget Expertise: Extensive experience developing public policy and implementing complex budgets across multiple business units, aligning financial strategies with organizational goals.
• Collaborative Visionary: Experience aligning strategic vision across diverse public health programs and fostering cross-sector relationships to build community trust and shared purpose.
• Equity-Focused and Culturally Responsive Leader: Demonstrated commitment—through both experience and/or education—to advancing equity, challenging systemic barriers, and promoting inclusive practices that honor diverse cultural perspectives.
• Transparent and Ethical Decision-Maker: Experience making high-stakes decisions with integrity and transparency, particularly in collaboration with legislators, executive leadership, and other senior government officials.
• Empowering and Empathetic Leader: Demonstrates emotional intelligence, mentors and empowers internal staff, and prioritizes staff well-being to prevent burnout and foster a supportive work environment.
• Community-Centered and Feedback-Oriented: Experience working in partnership with communities most impacted by inequities, with a demonstrated openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Preference Statement: Preference may be given to candidates with extensive knowledge of public health systems, programs and practices. Education including at least a Masters and/or Doctoral degree in public health, medicine, nursing, or a relevant science and at least 5 years' experience with public health programs. Preference may also be given to candidates with experience working with legislators, the Governor’s Office, and other state leaders to provide information and develop policy related to the public’s health.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

This job posting requires a resume and cover letter. Failure to upload any of the required documents will result in your application being disqualified.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

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• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• This job posting requires a resume and cover letter. Failure to upload any of the required documents will result in your application being disqualified.
• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, management service PHD Equity Director (Classification: Public Health Administrator 1) position based in Portland, Oregon.
• This is a remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior recruiter, Elizabeth Chine at: Elizabeth.Chine@oha.oregon.gov or call 971-718-1114

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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