Hybrid School Wellness Policy Lead—CDC Grant

Oregon Department of Human Services; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon state benefits

Veterans and National Guard preference

Job summary

Oregon Department of Education is hiring a School Wellness Policy Coordinator to lead CDC grant activities, manage contracts and budget, and develop statewide policies and professional development on school health. The role supports equity and health outcomes across Oregon's schools.

The position is hybrid, located in Oregon, with responsibilities spanning collaboration with local education agencies and the OHS team to advance school wellness and nutrition policies.

Qualifications

• The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or related field with four years’ experience coordinating or administering a program.
• Combines policy analysis, budget, procurement, and contract oversight with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CDC Healthy Schools cooperative agreement efforts and manage grant duties including procurement, contracts, budget, communications, data collection and evaluation.
• Develop policy guidelines, administrative procedures, and coordinate statewide professional development and technical assistance.
• Manage the OHS team, advisory group, and coordination with local education agencies.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Policy development

Project management

Data analysis

MS Word

Excel pivot tables & charts

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences

Job description

Oregon Department of Education is hiring a School Wellness Policy Coordinator to lead CDC grant activities, manage contracts and budget, and develop statewide policies and professional development on school health. The role supports equity and health outcomes across Oregon's schools.

The position is hybrid, located in Oregon, with responsibilities spanning collaboration with local education agencies and the OHS team to advance school wellness and nutrition policies.