Climate and Health Resilience Strategist (Operations and Policy Analyst 3) at OREGON

Initial Posting Date:

10/30/2025

Application Deadline:

11/13/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$6,123 - $9,409

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Climate and Health Resilience Strategist (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Climate and Health Resilience Strategist (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Environmental Public Health (EPH) section in Portland, Oregon, has a fantastic career opportunity for a Climate and Health Resilience Strategist.

As the Climate and Health Resilience Strategist, you will serve as the representative for the Environmental Public Health (EPH) program within the PHD-wide collaborative effort to administer the Public Health Equity grant for local (county) public health authorities (LPHAs) and CBOs

Your responsibilities will include supporting grant administration, identifying and cultivating partnerships, providing technical assistance and training on climate resilience, facilitating peer-learning communities, developing tools, and offering program-specific support to CBOs and other public health partners. You will coordinate across Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and work with the PHD Director’s Office to ensure that local, tribal, and community partners have the necessary resources and support to assess and address the health impacts of climate change.

In this role, you will assess the health implications of policies and planning related to the built environment, focusing on land use, urban development, infrastructure for energy, water, and waste, brownfields, and green spaces, with the goal of integrating public health, equity, and climate considerations. You will evaluate potential health disparities associated with built environment programs, plans, and policies, and provide recommendations to other state agencies and decision-makers to promote health equity, maximize health co-benefits, and mitigate health risks. You will offer technical assistance to local and tribal jurisdictions, community partners, and other agencies, and lead efforts to foster collaboration and coordination between the public health system and land use, urban planning, municipal infrastructure, and open space programs.

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If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

A bachelor's degree in public health, environmental or social science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.

Experience collaborating effectively with diverse team members and partners.
Experience in analyzing complex systems, identifying issues, developing alternatives, facilitating consensus, and implementing solutions.
Experience in planning projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting project and program deadlines.
Experience or familiarity with integrating health equity considerations to guide program and project priorities.
Knowledge of and proficiency in applying the principles of environmental public health.
Experience or familiarity with public health system partners, including Local Public Health Authorities (LPHAs) and/or Community Based Organizations (CBOs).
Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

Preference Statement: Preference will be given to candidates with strong knowledge of county public health department roles, scope and functions.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume (required), cover letter (required), and answer all supplemental questions.

External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

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Reminders:

Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
This announcement is for one (1), full-time, permanent, SEIU-Human Services Union represented, Operations and Policy Analyst 3 position based in Portland, Oregon.
This is a hybrid position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Aimee Buchholz at: aimee.d.buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5511.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

Helpful Links & Resources

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 any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we 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.