Compliance Specialist 3 (5 positions)

Initial Posting Date:

11/07/2024

Application Deadline:

11/21/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,958 - $8,794

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Compliance Specialist 3 (5 positions)

Job Description:

Are an experience Compliance Specialist?

We are seeking individuals with experience providing oversight and regulatory compliance; developing compliance standards and procedures; designing training courses related to complex regulatory situations; working with government jurisdictions, legislative staff, and the public; providing technical assistance and recommendations on compliance methods to improve program efficiency and verify consistency; conducting informal conferences; formulate and carry out management decisions, and represent management’s interest by recommending and taking action to implement or enact rules as necessary to ensure compliance.

Interested? We want YOU to apply today!

OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.

The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.

There are 5 full-time, permanent positions. These are considered management service and are not represented by a union.

What you will do!

• Schedule, prepare, and conduct initial and renewal licensing, certification and registration inspections of providers and facilities for compliance.
• Schedule, prepare, and conduct licensing, certification and registration non-abuse complaint investigations of providers and facilities.
• Preparing reports identifying any deficiencies and determination of compliance with the applicable rules, reviewing corrective action plans and determine if compliance is achieved, and issuing of licenses, certificates and/or registrations.
• Collaborate with internal and external entities to mediate resolution for improving access and quality of services.
• Provide technical assistance, consultation, and other assistance as it relates to regulatory activities.
• Timely record, respond, and where appropriate refer all allegations of abuse, complaints, grievances, and critical incidents.
• Analyze information and data obtained from inspections and investigations and write in-depth site review reports of findings.
• Make recommendations and decisions for corrective actions relating to compliance and health and safety concerns.
• Participate in initiatives, special projects, and work groups.
• Recommend and/or develop policies and procedures to support robust and streamlined systems.
• Recommend and/or develop or modify Oregon Administrative Rules.
• Use knowledge, best practices, and available technology to inform program operations and increase productivity and efficiency.

What's in it for you?
Oregon Health Authority is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace.

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx  
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year
  • 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
  • Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
• Pension and retirement programs
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

Some work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, this position requires frequent in-state travel, with overnight stays in various areas of the state, may require use of stairs or elevators in facilities. It necessitates the ability to get in to and out of vehicles often, may entail driving during inclement or hazardous weather conditions, and requires a driver license, and acceptable driving record.

OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Minimum Qualifications

Five years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations.

Three of the five years must be above the technical support level (decide levels of compliance sanctions and settle instances of non-compliance not clearly defined in policy or regulation).

College-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

Desired Attributes

• Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying laws, rules, policies, and/or regulations to provide technical assistance to achieve resolution on compliance issues.
• Experience conducting inspections and investigations of compliance and allegation matters and deciding and enforcing imposed sanctions.
• Experience with program coordination as it applies to developing rules, procedures and enforcement guides, and compliance criteria.
• Experience in interpreting and applying administrative rules, policies, and procedures to make and explain recommendations for a specific course of action.
• Experience in interpreting and explaining Federal regulations to internal staff, partners and the public.
• Advanced writing and presentation skills including the ability to articulate technical and statutory concepts clearly and in plan language to a diverse audience.
• Proficiency in communicating professionally with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and poise.
• Demonstrate professionalism while working with a substantial amount of autonomy requiring exceptional skills in self-direction.
• Interact and contribute to a positive, respectful, and productive work environment.

How to apply:

• Complete the online application

• Attach a Cover Letter, no more than 2 pages, specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the Desired Attributes section of this announcement.

• Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Update professional, educational, voluntary, and personal experience on your resume. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.  For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Projecthomepage.

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Stephanie Mitchell at Voice: [503-979-7679] (TTY 711) or Email: stephanie.d.mitchell@oha.oregon.gov.

TTY users  may dial 711 or 1-800-735-2900.

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Additional Information

• Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
• Candidates gathered from this job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies.
• If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process.
• Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.
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The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.