Workforce Pathways Community Collaborative Consultant (HSC 2) - NON-PERMANENT -DOH8657

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the State of Washington as a Workforce Pathways Community Collaborative Consultant to strengthen health equity initiatives. This remote position focuses on community engagement, promoting diversity in public health, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates possess strong advocacy skills and have a commitment to addressing health disparities.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible remote work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in community outreach or advocacy.
• Experience in policy analysis or social services.
• Ability to deliver culturally appropriate content.

Responsibilities

• Connect communities to DOH resources and information.
• Develop engagement strategies for underrepresented communities.
• Analyze and report on community health metrics.

Skills

Community Engagement

Public Health Practices

Partnership Building

Culturally Respectful Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or related field

Job description

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Description

Non-Permanent Appointment | 12 Month Duration| Remote (Homebased)

Description

Non-Permanent Appointment | 12 Month Duration| Remote (Homebased)

Open to Washington residents and those living near the Oregon or Idaho borders.

The salary listed does not reflect the upcoming 3% general wage increase effective July 1, 2025.

Workforce Pathways Community Collaborative Consultant

Join the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to champion health equity and strengthen communities. As a Workforce Pathways Consultant in our Workforce Pathways Program, you’ll promote diversity and inclusion in public health by supporting the Community Collaborative, a network of Community-Based Organizations dedicated to addressing health disparities. You’ll connect with communities, create engaging content, lead workgroups, and drive solutions tackling issues like food security, behavioral health, and care access.

This role offers dynamic opportunities to engage directly with community partners through in-person and virtual meetings, conferences, and local events. You’ll build meaningful relationships with Community-Based Organizations, represent the Workforce Pathways Program, and foster collaboration to advance health equity across Washington State, blending hands-on outreach with impactful content creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify underrepresented communities using DOH data and develop connections between these communities and people and information at DOH.
• Connect Collaborative members to DOH information and resources, for example WIC or the Fruit and Vegetable Incentive Program.
• Provide technical assistance on public health practices, share relevant health resources, and create newsletter content, analyzing engagement metrics for improvements.
• Recommend meeting focus areas, prepare speakers, and update WaPortal with health and social determinant resources.
• Track legislative issues, develop virtual meeting agendas, notes, and materials to support Community Collaborative meetings and workgroup actions.
• Document project objectives, develop presentations, and lead a final virtual presentation for the Workforce Pathways program.
• Assist with grant reports, represent the program at virtual events, and suggest process improvements through evaluations.
• Support additional DOH projects as needed and uphold agency policies ethically.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a collaborative, community-focused professional with a deep commitment to health equity and inclusive public health practices. You excel in a virtual, fast-paced environment, are skilled at building partnerships remotely, and create clear, culturally respectful content. Your experience, whether from professional roles, volunteer or lived experience, prepares you to engage with diverse communities and amplify their voices. You’re organized, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a program that invests in Washington’s diverse populations.

We value all relevant experience, whether paid or unpaid and your diverse experiences can make a difference in this role. To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the required qualification options listed and any additional qualifications included in the required qualifications section. Experience may have been gained concurrently

Required Qualifications

Option 1: At least five (5) years of experience in one of the following areas: policy analysis, advocacy, health, climate justice, social services, community outreach, or community engagement.

Option 2: A bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, social sciences, communications, public administration, community development, or a related field. AND at least three (3) years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, health, climate justice, social services, community outreach, or community engagement.

And The Following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Experience

• At least three (3) years of experience working with communities who have been disproportionately underserved by the public health system.
• Experience in community outreach, public health, or program coordination.
• Experience actively listening to community members and invested partners, and incorporating their feedback, needs, and perspectives into programs, projects, and initiatives.
• Experience developing written materials such as newsletters, reports, or outreach content and delivering presentations for diverse audiences, using inclusive and culturally respectful communication.
• Experience building partnerships, collaborating, or coordinating efforts across organizations or sectors.
• Knowledge of health issues and social determinants of health impacting communities of color, people with disabilities, and immigrant and refugee communities at the local, state, or national level.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

The qualifications below are what would make you a strong fit for this role. While these aren’t required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.

• Experience in design and development of newsletters, presentations and reports.
• Experience collecting, analyzing and interpreting data and policies to support engagement strategies.
• Experience in advocacy or policy work related to health, public health, or social services.
• Experience in planning and facilitating accessible meetings or convenings with community partners.
• Experience with MailChimp or other similar marketing platforms.
• Able to speak, read, write and translate in another language other than English (one of the 37 most spoken languages in Washington State preferred).
  
  

Who We Are

About the Workforce Pathways Program and Community Collaborative

The Workforce Pathways Program, housed within the Center for Community Relations and Equity at the Washington State Department of Health, champions a diverse and inclusive public health workforce by providing paid professional opportunities, mentorship, and internships for individuals from communities historically excluded from public health careers. Through intentional investments, the program fosters equity and cultural diversity to better serve Washington’s diverse populations. The Community Collaborative, a vital part of this center, brings together Community-Based Organizations to center the voices of Black, Indigenous, and communities of color, addressing health inequities through collaborative meetings, workgroups, and newsletters. Together, these initiatives drive health equity by amplifying community leadership and building authentic partnerships.

About The Office Of Policy, Planning And Evaluation

The Office of Policy, Planning and Evaluation at the Washington State Department of Health drives health improvement through innovative policy development, strategic partnerships, and robust program evaluation. We collaborate with tribal nations, local health jurisdictions, community organizations, and other partners to create and advance policies, regulations, and initiatives that enhance public health across Washington. Our work supports the agency’s Transformational Plan, focusing on equity, innovation, and engagement to ensure all communities can thrive.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

At the Department of Health (DOH), we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement. To learn more about the DOH please visit our website and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and our blog.

Benefits And Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health.

Conditions Of Employment

You must be prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• Location and Flexibility: We support work-life balance with remote work and occasional optional scheduled in-person collaboration. This remote position is open to applicants in Washington and nearby Oregon and Idaho border areas.
• Work Setting: This is a fully remote position. You’ll work primarily indoors, using standard office equipment (desk, computer, phone, etc.) in a home office or similar environment. Expect extended computer use in a fast-paced setting with multiple priorities and deadlines. Hazards are typical of home office environments.
• Schedule: Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. You may need to adjust your schedule or work beyond 40 hours to meet business needs. Flexible or alternate schedules may be considered with supervisory approval.
• Travel Requirements: Statewide travel may be required to perform core duties, potentially involving overnight stays. You must legally operate a state or private vehicle or arrange alternative transportation, and travel in various conditions (day/night, snow/rain).
• Tools and Equipment: You’ll use standard office furniture and equipment, including computers, phones, and Microsoft Teams for frequent communication while accessing information.
• Customer Interactions: You’ll interact daily with office-level managers, staff, and community partners via virtual platforms, collaborating with state agencies and vendors as needed.
• Other: Perform essential functions with or without accommodations.
• Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
• This non-permanent position is not eligible for a Department of Retirement Services benefit for the duration of the placement. There may be an exception for existing state employees, please contact your Human Resources Business Partner for more information
  
  

Application Information

Click “Apply” to complete your application. Be sure to attach your resume, cover letter, and at least three professional references (supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable)). Please don’t include private details like your SSN or birth year.

Be sure to include your years of experience and any tools, software, or applications listed in the qualifications. Please attach your resume, cover letter, references, and DD-214 (if applicable). Do not include personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.

Application Materials

We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

Questions and Accommodations

If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Shawnelle Goalder at [e-mail]. For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.

Technical Support

Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

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Supplemental Information

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity?

• a. DOH Employment Site/Job Alerts
• b. DOH Employee
• c. Friend or Acquaintance
• d. Indeed
• e. LinkedIn
• f. Careers.wa.gov
• g. Job Fair – if selected, answer Question 2
• h. Other – if selected, answer Question 2
  
  

02

If you selected "g" or "h" to Question 1: Where you first heard about this employment opportunity?

03

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency]

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

I have read and I understand the Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions that are listed in the job posting and I am willing and able to accept these conditions if offered and accept the position. I have reviewed my responses to the supplemental questions to ensure their accuracy. I understand that once my application is submitted, these responses cannot be modified.

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

I Have The Following Qualifications (select One)

• a. At least five (5) years of experience in one of the following areas: policy analysis, advocacy, health, climate justice, social services, community outreach, or community engagement.
• b. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, social sciences, communications, public administration, community development, or a related field. AND at least three (3) years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, health, climate justice, social services, community outreach, or community engagement.
• c. None of the above
  
  

07

Do you have three (3) or more years of experience working with communities who have been disproportionately underserved by the public health system?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

How would you describe your experience working with communities who have been disproportionately underserved by the public health system?

• a. No Experience: I have no experience working with underserved communities in the public health system.
• b. Some Experience: I have limited professional or volunteer experience with exposure to tasks supporting underserved communities in the public health system.
• c. Extensive Experience: I have significant professional or volunteer experience with a strong track record of supporting underserved communities in the public health system.
  
  

09

How would you describe your experience in community outreach, public health, or program coordination?

• a. No Experience: I have no experience in community outreach, public health, or program coordination.
• b. Some Experience: I have a basic level of familiarity with community outreach, public health, or program coordination, with limited exposure to relevant tasks.
• c. Extensive Experience: I have significant depth and breadth of experience in community outreach, public health, or program coordination, demonstrated through a strong track record of achievements.
  
  

10

How would you describe your experience actively listening to community members and invested partners and incorporating their feedback, needs, and perspectives into programs, projects, and initiatives?

• a. No Experience: I have no experience actively listening and incorporating feedback into programs or projects.
• b. Some Experience: I have a basic level of familiarity with actively listening and incorporating feedback, with limited exposure to relevant tasks.
• c. Extensive Experience: I have significant experience actively listening and incorporating feedback into programs, projects, and initiatives, with a strong track record of achievements.
  
  

11

How would you describe your experience developing written materials such as newsletters, reports, or outreach content and delivering presentations for diverse audiences using inclusive and culturally respectful communication?

• a. No Experience: I have no experience developing written materials or delivering presentations for diverse audiences.
• b. Some Experience: I have a basic level of familiarity with developing written materials or delivering presentations, with limited exposure to inclusive and culturally respectful communication.
• c. Extensive Experience: I have significant experience developing written materials and delivering presentations for diverse audiences, consistently using inclusive and culturally respectful communication.
  
  

12

How would you describe your experience building partnerships, collaborating, or coordinating efforts across organizations or sectors?

• a. No Experience: I have no experience building partnerships or collaborating across organizations or sectors.
• b. Some Experience: I have a basic level of familiarity with building partnerships or collaborating across organizations, with limited exposure to relevant tasks.
• c. Extensive Experience: I have significant experience building partnerships, collaborating, or coordinating efforts across organizations or sectors, with a strong track record of achievements.
  
  

13

Select which best describes your level of knowledge of health issues and social determinants of health impacting communities of color, people with disabilities, and immigrant and refugee communities at the local, state, or national level.

• a. None: I am unaware or have very little knowledge of health issues and social determinants of health impacting these communities.
• b. Basic Awareness: I have a basic recognition of health issues and social determinants of health impacting these communities but lack detailed understanding.
• c. Knowledgeable: I possess a solid grasp of the key concepts related to health issues and social determinants of health impacting these communities and can discuss or apply them with reasonable confidence.
• d. Advanced Knowledge: I have a thorough and practical understanding of health issues and social determinants of health impacting these communities, enabling me to navigate and utilize this knowledge effectively in various contexts.
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Internship

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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