Operations & Policy Analyst 1 (Operations & Policy Analyst 1)

State of Oregon; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Career development

Zusammenfassung

The Oregon Health Authority is seeking an Operations & Policy Analyst 1 to streamline recruiting, onboarding and offboarding in the Office of Business Operations. You will identify operational improvements, implement directives, and coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong MS Office skills, and excellent organizational abilities. You will collaborate with management and teams, provide customer service, and apply data to

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or 3 years relevant experience as stated in the minimum qualifications.
• Strong MS Office skills including Outlook, Word, Excel; familiarity with Smartsheet and Adobe.
• Excellent organization, time management, and customer service abilities.

Aufgaben

• Identify, recommend, and implement operational activities to improve recruitment and offboarding efficiency.
• Provide operational support and coordinate initiatives across divisions.
• Decide routing of assignments and information to meet deadlines and respond quickly.

Kenntnisse

Organization & project management

Customer service

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Adobe

Outlook

Excel

Word

Jobbeschreibung

Initial Posting Date: 10/13/2026 Application Deadline: 10/20/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: Position Type: Employee Position Title: Operations & Policy Analyst 1 (Operations & Policy Analyst 1)

Job Description: Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!

The primary purpose of the Operations Analyst is to identify, recommend, and implement operational activities to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the recruiting and offboarding functions in the Office of Business Operations. The Operations Analyst provides operational support for the Office of Business Operations and within Health Policy & Analytics, as assigned, and ensures that the recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding functions are effective for the division. Using independent decision making, this position implements and coordinates administrative initiatives and directives. This position is authorized to make decisions in the routing of assignments, movement of information and initiating follow up when deadlines need to be met or when quick response is needed.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; OR Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

Desired Attributes

• Experience interacting with and providing professional and helpful feedback to all levels of management.
• Excellent organization and task management skills.
• Experience providing exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in MS Office - especially Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as Smartsheet and Adobe.
• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Excellent at developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Ability to encourage and build trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
• Experience with translating what information means and how it can be used.
• Ability to establish long range objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Experience using teleconference, webinar, and other communication software or technology.
• Ability to learn new software and technology quickly.
• Ability to write clearly, effectively, and proficiently.
• Skill in developing various documents including procedures, formal letters, emails, and reports.
• Consistent transportation to get to the state office building for any appointments.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of smart, experienced and passionate people. If you are seeking work that is meaningful and changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority may be the place for you.

Benefits

• Excellent, low cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details & Requirements

This position will require 4-6 days a month in the office. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check (if applicable) that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.

Contact Information

Recruiter: Tracy Blach Email: [e-mail] Phone (text friendly): 503-509-5513

Reasonable Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodation under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

Company Culture

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 protected class - including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation and 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. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we’re responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon "flies with her own wings."