Public Health Systems Developer: Overdose Prevention

Umatilla School District; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Umatilla County Public Health in Pendleton is seeking a Community Health Systems Developer to advance overdose prevention through data collection, education, and partnerships with local organizations.

You will coordinate education and training, support health initiatives, and analyze information to guide program priorities and evaluate progress. The role may involve after-hours events and collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in public health, public administration, natural sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year demonstrated experience applying public health principles to identify community needs, plan and implement activities, and assess results.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Complete workplan activities and reporting processes for assigned programs including Overdose Prevention & Response (EE).
• Support UCo Health and Community Health Team objectives.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Community Health team members, UCo Health staff, community partners, and key stakeholders.
• Participate in networks and coalitions such as Regional Substance Use and Overdose Prevention Coordinator meetings and Safe Communities Coalition.
• Coordinate naloxone and substance use education training and event logistics.
• Assist with grant applications and acquisition of funds for approved proposals.
• Submit written plans timely and in conformance with authorizing agency requirements; prepare minutes, agendas, memos, and reports.
• Assist outreach to hard-to-reach populations to inform health planning and cultural competency.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor degree in public health or related field

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

Umatilla County Public Health in Pendleton is seeking a Community Health Systems Developer to advance overdose prevention through data collection, education, and partnerships with local organizations.

You will coordinate education and training, support health initiatives, and analyze information to guide program priorities and evaluate progress. The role may involve after-hours events and collaboration with multiple stakeholders.