• Job Description

  Req#: R-13355

  Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

  Pay Range:

  $42.58 - $52.42 Hourly

  Department:

  Health Department

  Job Type:

  Regular Represented

  Exemption Status:

  United States of America (Non-Exempt)

  Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  December 17, 2023

  
  The Opportunity:

  THIS WORK MATTERS!

  We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and prompt health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. And create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

  We’re seeking project managers who represent the communities we serve and are dedicated to removing barriers to systems to join our team as a Behavioral Health Project Manager . As a Behavioral Health Project Manager , you will be responsible to assist the division with a broad variety of high visibility projects and program launches, leading all phases of initiation and planning, execution, monitoring and closing, engagement with sponsors and partners, and building collaboration toward project deliverables. You will facilitate and provide direction to project teams, establishing project plans with scope, goals, and expected deliverables based on expected timelines. Projects may involve navigating relationships with the highest Executive levels in the County and among external partners, and will require a high level of autonomy, initiative, systems thinking, political acumen and accountability. You will report to the Strategic Operations and Systems Facilitator in the BHD Directors' Office, and will work closely with BHD's Director, Deputy Director, and Senior Management Team as well as representatives from the Health Department and other high-level stakeholders to move initiatives forward.

  Teleworking: At this time, this position is designated to “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home) most of the time; a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington ; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

  The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part-time, temporary, and limited duration assignments

  As a Behavioral Health Project Manager , other duties will include:

  Project Management - Initiation and Planning

  • Organize, facilitate and participate in meetings of project sponsors/stakeholders to identify project needs, determine project resources (staff/senior management team and budget), and build collaboration and consensus toward project deliverables.

  • Create detailed project plans that define project scope, key milestones, expected resource (staff) needs, approval processes, communications and stakeholder engagement, and change management planning.

  • Prepare project management artifacts to include detailed work breakdown structures, schedules, assigned resources, etc. using Smartsheets project management tools.

  Project Execution, Closing, Monitoring

  • Lead multi-stakeholder project teams, ensuring adherence to project plan, schedule and budget. Oversee workstreams, project teams or sub-groups to deliver milestones.

  • Participate in strategy discussions to understand how the project tasks are connected to the project goal and applied appropriately. Identify problems, barriers and project risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

  • Regularly apprise leadership of critical progress and issues, and offer options to avoid significant roadblocks.

  • Document processes, procedures and business requirements; modify project plans as needed, and communicate changes, new expectations to affected stakeholders.

  • Use strong facilitation skills to ensure ongoing collaboration with diverse groups, bridging divergent viewpoints to enable decision-making consensus.

  • Apply sound learning principles, agile methods, learning technology and project management skills together in the design, development and maintenance of projects.

  Project Communications, Documentation, Change Management

  • Develop Project Communication plans that cover all internal/external stakeholders to ensure they understand the project, including scope, progress, delays, etc.

  • Prepare regular project progress reports, dashboards and other presentations for County Board, HD Leadership and other internal/external audiences.

  • Communicate project status regularly and consistently with executive leadership, project sponsor/s, and other key internal and external stakeholders in all stages of project planning, execution, and monitoring.

  • Create Change Management plans to ensure staff buy-in for any work practices that may be altered as a result of project deliverables to include awareness campaign, manager/supervisor updates and coaching, training or other methods that help ensure success and sustainability of project results.

  System Planning and Program Performance

  • Assist division leadership and project teams on highly visible issues through benefits/risk analyses.

  • Facilitate process, policy, and program development.

  • Develop feedback mechanisms for evaluation and quality improvement.

  • Provide strategic analysis and support for recommending and implementing policies, guidelines, and procedures.

  • Provide equity analysis/implications for projects and improvement efforts.

  TO QUALIFY:

  We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

  Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

  Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, English, Journalism, Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field; AND five (5) to seven (7) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 7-10 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

  Other:

  • This position requires a background investigation, which may include being fingerprinted.

  Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

  • Minimum one year experience using advanced project management tools such as Smartsheets to create project plans, resource plans, stakeholder engagement plans, communications plans, risk management plans, procurement plans, and change management plans for assigned projects. (Preferred)

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other PM training program completion. (Preferred)

  • Leads with race through actions and advocacy with internal programs, with community partners and across departments throughout the county.

  • High comfort level with highly political environments, and ambiguous infrastructures.

  • Demonstrate the ability to flex style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.

  • Respect and appreciation for ethnic and cultural diversity.

  • Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes.

  • Ability to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.

  • High degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.

  *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

  SCREENING & EVALUATION:

  REQUIRED:

  The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

  1. A completed online application

  2. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

  3. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:

  • Demonstrate your experience and knowledge working in a behavioral health environment with a diverse workforce and vulnerable populations.

  • How you meet the qualifications for this position.

  Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

  The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

  • Initial review of minimum qualifications

  • Resume and Cover Letter Review

  • Phone screen

  • Consideration of top candidates

  • Language assessment

  • Background, reference

  Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime

  Type: Represented

  FLSA: Non-Exempt

  Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

  Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Note: Veterans' Preference does not apply in a transfer process.

  Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

  Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

  Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

  Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

  Teleworking: At this time, this position is designated to “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home) most of the time; a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

  Questions? Please contact the recruiter.

  Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

  
  Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

  Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

  Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

  Questions?

  Recruiter:

  Andrea Archuleta

  Email:

  andrea.j.archuleta@multco.us

  Phone:

  +1 (503) 9887472 x87472

  Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

  Job Profile:

  6063 - Project Manager Represented

• About the company

  Multnomah County /mʌltˈnoʊmə/ is one of 36 counties in the US state of Oregon.

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