Oregon State Hospital Diversity Liaison- OPA3 (SR 30)

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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.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Diversity Liaison-Oregon State Hospital-Health Equity Support Services (HESS) Department (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)

The Oregon State Hospital (OSH) is the largest of OHA’s seven divisions, with approximately 3000 employees and 700 patients. OSH provides direct psychiatric hospital care to adults from throughout Oregon who are unable to be served in a community setting. The mission of OSH is to provide therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment, focusing on recovery and community reintegration, all in a safe environment. At OSH, we put the patient first, and employees play an essential role in achieving the hospital’s vision to be a psychiatric hospital that inspires hope, promotes safety, and supports recovery for all. We support each person with intensive treatment and care in an atmosphere of respect and dignity. We strive to encourage autonomy and best choices through our patient-centered care philosophy. 

The HESS department provides resources to create a framework and internal infrastructure for equity and inclusion work in alignment with the Equity and Inclusion (E&I) Division, OHA’s transformation strategies, and needs identified by community partners who are invested in a shared goal of excellence and equity in patient and staff well-being.

The OSH Diversity Liaison’s primary purpose is to provide consultative advice on the facilitation and implementation of OHA’s equity programs, policies, and initiatives including but not limited to the OHA strategic plan and the agency’s strategic goal to eliminate health inequities in Oregon by 2030. This position will develop and implement plans, policies, and procedures to integrate culturally and linguistically responsive support and services to be used by OSH direct patient-care staff in their work with patients to provide culturally- and linguistically responsive care. This position directly supports the implementation of OHA’s goal to provide interdisciplinary staff with training, support and tools to partner with staff and patients and recognize, rectify, and reconcile the racism and other forms of discrimination and oppression that undermine the health, wellbeing, and opportunities of OSH staff and patients. This position will support interdisciplinary teams, peer support specialists, nursing management and OSH leadership to better respond to staff and patients’ cultural and linguistic needs. This position will identify and provide recommendations to address the cultural challenges and barriers OSH staff and patients experience at Oregon State Hospital. This position will be a subject matter expert in the implementation of culturally- and linguistically responsive care and integrating equity, and in building an organization that effectively meets the needs of OSH staff to work with all patients including patients from backgrounds and cultures that have been most harmed by historical and contemporary inequities.

The OSH Diversity Liaison will assess culturally appropriate best practices, patient demographic data and evaluate current treatment services to determine and implement culturally appropriate policies and practices that are consistent with state and federal requirements. The OSH Diversity Liaison also coordinates with the OSH community including the senior leadership team to develop and improve data collection methods, engage with staff, and to develop recommendations in collaboration with the HESS research analyst and OSH’s data team.

This position also coordinates OSH’s implementation of various laws and regulations such as Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, and SAMHSA Tip 59 in conjunction with other OSH programs and personnel. The Diversity Liaison uses their expertise to educate and provide consultative advice to the Program Executive Team (PET) and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on culturally- and linguistically- appropriate care to reduce barriers to engagement in treatment and discharge.

The Diversity Liaison will facilitate removal of such barriers by partnering with direct-patient care staff and with patients from indigenous, ethnically, culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as appropriate. This position will also partner with the IDT to frame treatment approaches that are culturally and linguistically appropriate and responsive. The Diversity Liaison works with internal and external OSH and OHA committees to promote diversity, inclusion and health equity, and provides technical assistance to OSH’s various programs and departments and treatment teams.

*Please note the requirement for consideration includes attaching both a cover letter and resume outlining how you meet the minimum requirements and desired attributes.  Failure to submit either of these documents will result in the need to remove your application from consideration.

For a full review of the position description, please  OSH Diversity Liaison (OPA3) 2026

What We Are Looking For

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

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; 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 desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application materials.

• Experience collaborating with organizations or individuals to tackle social, economic, or environmental challenges in your community, personally and/or professionally.   
• Demonstrated ability to listen and respond to others that may be experiencing cultural or environmental injustices. 
• Desire to address complex challenges through the creation of policies and practices that represent the needs of a diverse population of people. 
• Prior experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds, including individuals who are experiencing significant mental and/or behavioral health challenges. 
• Experience in translating complex diversity, equity and inclusion concepts into actionable strategies across an organization.  
• Demonstrated ability to adjust operational practices, based on data driven information that confirms the absence of equity.   

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

Submission Requirements:

• Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter (Required) – A cover letter is required and must include an overview of how you meet both the minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

How to Apply:

• External Candidates:  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

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 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, 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 10 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

• This announcement is for 1, full time, permanent management service, Diversity Liaison position (Classification: Operations & Policy Analyst 3 based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a hybrid position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• 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 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.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact Information
Recruiter: Melissa Perez, SPHR
Email: [email protected]
Phone (text friendly): (503) 949-3078

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

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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 does 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.

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