Job Description

This announcement is for two separate Research Analyst 4 positions.

• Waiver Monitoring Research Analyst(Research Analyst 4)
• Evaluation Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4)

This position is a full-time, permanent, classified position which is represented by a union.

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Health and Policy Analytics Division(HPA), Office of Health Analytics section in Portland/Salem, Oregon is recruiting for a Waiver Monitoring Research Analyst to coordinate, administer and monitor the data needs for the Oregon Health Plan 1115 Demonstration Waiver(s) with respect to qualitative and quantitative data, including but not limited to: data collection, data sources, data analyses, allowable data uses, data interpretation and data visualizations. This position will work closely with the Quality Improvement Coordinator and other departments within HPA to develop systems for monitoring the waiver related data as required by CMS (elaborate).

We are also looking for an Evaluation Research Analyst to coordinate, administer and manage the data needs between HPA and the independent evaluator(s) of the Oregon Health Plan 1115 Demonstration Waiver(s) with respect to qualitative and quantitative data, including but not limited to: data collection, data sources, data analyses, allowable data uses, data interpretation and data visualizations. This position will also provide the guidance and subject matter expertise for other HPA evaluation priorities of varying levels of complexity.

Working conditions: This work may be conducted remotely with full access to needed operating systems and technology. On occasion, in state and out of state travel may be required. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.

The Oregon Health Authority strategic goal is to end all health inequities by 2030.

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.

OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership.

What will you do?

• Primary person providing guidance and subject matter expertise regarding qualitative and quantitative data to the independent evaluators and internal staff for all HPA evaluation.
• Oversee the work of lower -level research analysts and coordinate assigning and reviewing the work of others .
• Oversee data quality and validation efforts, report generation and processing, fulfillment of data requests, and ad hoc analyses for internal and external interested parties.
• Ensure equity principles related to research, data collection, data analysis and communication are fully integrated into analytic and evaluation work.
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with OHA program staff and general leadership. Provide expertise needed to independently design, plan, and conduct research needed to evaluate and monitor the activities and goals of HPA programs and services.
• Coordinate opportunities for internal and external interested parties (e.g., OHA and other agency staff, health plans, health service providers, etc.) to provide input for evaluations.
• Working with the Evaluations Manager and the Program and Evaluation Policy Advisor, collaborate with staff across the Health Policy & Analytics Division (HPA) to provide data support and coordination for all evaluation work.

What’s in it for you?
The public health division 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 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
OR
Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

Desired Attributes

• Masters’ of Public Health, Public Administration, or other degree demonstrating capacity for knowledge and skills.
• Experience in policy and program evaluation methods.
• Experience using healthcare data.
• Experience with metrics development and program monitoring.
• Experience with data visualizations tools, such as Power BI, SharePoint BI and/or Tableau.
• Experience using a wide variety of evaluation methods.
• Experience collecting, analyzing and disseminating granular data on race, ethnicity, language, disability, sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
• Experience producing written reports, visualizing and presenting data effectively for diverse audiences, and synthesizing research findings into actionable information.
• Experience working with independent evaluators and external interested parties.
• Experience in project management.
• Proficient in MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint)
• Additional preference may be given to candidates with public sector work experience.
• Experience evaluating policies and programs that promote equity and inclusion and reduce racial and ethnic disparities and knowledge of Oregon’s standards for Race, Ethnicity, Language and Disability (REALD) data.

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.

Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.

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.

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Tracy Blach

tr*********@oh*.gov











or text/call 503-509-5513

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.
• Applicant Help and Support webpage

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 based on 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 and anti-racism.

How to Apply

How to Apply

• Complete the online application
• Complete questionnaire

Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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