Child and Family Behavioral Health Project Manager 3

Initial Posting Date:

05/16/2025

Application Deadline:

05/27/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$7,353 - $10,827

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Child and Family Behavioral Health Project Manager 3

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Child and Family Behavioral Health Project Manager 3

Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking an experienced project manager to serve as the internal agency expert for project management implementation within to support Child and Family Behavioral Health Programs. In this position, you will work closely with project managers to collaborate with other divisions and agencies such as Medicaid, Health Policy & Analytics, Public Health, Oregon department of Human Services, Oregon Youth Authority, System of Care Advisory Council and the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission.

You will provide the assurance of equity-driven project implementation and support transparency and collaboration through the utilization of streamlined processes. You will be responsible for leading coordination and tracking all efforts, documenting, and reporting progress to senior leadership, supporting communications, and supporting the team in the development of quality improvement strategies and other operational and organizational efforts to move Child and Family Behavioral Health program related work forward.

Additional duties will include but are not limited to:

• Responsibility for all aspects of design, development, communication, and monitoring of project implementation plans
• Utilization of sophisticated project management tools and resources to ensure programs meet deliverables, milestones and goals
• Collaboration and consultation with external contractors and partners as program implementation is developed and realized.
• Provide ongoing assessment and review of program related
• Perform and oversee analysis and research activities, and advises leadership in the direction of high-profile policy areas.
• Preparing reports to inform and guide program development, program implementation, and program evaluation.

Position Performance Objectives: Ensure consistent progress of all projects under their purview. Removing barriers and elevating appropriately to supervisor and leadership. Ensure community engagement is at the forefront of all project implementation decision-making. Facilitate conversations through the thoughtful use of equity-centered techniques to ensure group collaboration and joint decision-making. Ensure project deliverables and timelines are met. Identify areas for process improvement and notify appropriate point people for follow-up. Have a clear understanding of all projects related compliance regulations and ensure compliance is met and documentation is complete.

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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.

Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept;

OR

Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification;

OR

Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field;

OR

Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.

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 managing a large project portfolio with management of multiple projects at one time, including business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people.
• Experience with and extensive knowledge of Smartsheet including creating formulas and dashboards.
• Knowledge of Behavioral Health systems and child serving systems such as child welfare, IDD, etc.
• Experience with techniques and methods of disseminating communication within an organization, including the communication adaptability and flexibility for diverse populations of participants, and ability to understand the needs of team not fluent in the language of project management, portraying needs to the team, and explaining the status of projects.
• Able to approach projects and ideas with multiple methodologies.
• Experience leading and participating in task forces, committees, workgroups and advisory panels related to policy and program development and implementation.
• Experience performing operational research techniques, methods and practices, including analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Understanding of executive and legislative decision-making process.

We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authority’s mission and values. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.

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.

• 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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Reminders:

• 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, unrepresented management service, Project Manager 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a HYBRID (90% 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.
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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

• 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 vistingent 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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