988 Senior Analyst for Policy Development (HSC 4) - DOH7342
Washington State Department of Health
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Posted: 10-May-23
Location: Tumwater, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: $5,268.00 - $7,085.00 Monthly
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One of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to meet the needs of you and your family. Beyond the traditional benefits such as Health, Life Insurance, Retirement, and related benefits, we offer Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, Deferred Compensation, and more.
Internal Number: DOH7342
Make a difference This Health Services Consultant 4 position supports the mission of the Division of Prevention and Community Health (PCH) by advancing policy objectives related to the implementation of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. This includes aligning implementation with the federal requirements and informing strategic policy recommendations to meet the requirements of state mandates related to 988 and behavioral health.
This position serves as senior policy analyst reporting to the Director of Policy & Legislative Relations for PCH. This HSC 4 position provides expert policy planning and development and leads policy work for 988-related projects.
Duties you will be responsible for include, and are not limited to: Supporting the policy goals of the division by providing expert policy recommendations on the implementation of state and federal mandates regarding 988 and supporting collaboration across state agencies and various 988 committees.
Serving as the senior analyst for policy development for 988 programming by working closely with the division policy team, and leadership including the assistant secretary, office director, section managers, Office of Innovation and Technology and staff.
Reviewing, analyzing, reporting on, and tracking proposed legislation, rules, fiscal proposals, and other policy actions that impact multiple stakeholders in the specific program area.
Developing proposals, legislation, and supporting documents that solve problems, or meet other program needs.
Leading in coordination with the Policy and Rules Manager and associated teams, the development of 988-related rulemaking requirements as set in state statute.
Collaborating with internal and external partners, and other interested parties to amend existing public health regulations pertaining to 988 and to seek input into policy development, meet customer service needs, and ensure understanding of various perspectives
Developing plans and works closely with equity and Tribal relations team on tribal engagement and consultation, as required.
Facilitating trauma-informed listening sessions and workshops, and expanding community engagement strategies, as required.
Join a great team and lead us into the future The Office of the Assistant Secretary (OAS) within PCH provides leadership and support to all Prevention and Community Health Division programs and services. Internally, OAS works closely with division staff, other divisions, the Office of the Secretary, and Central Administration to fulfill this role. Externally, we partner with other state agencies, local health, and key stakeholder groups to support our mission to protect and improve the health of people in Washington. The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance including telework and reporting to the Tumwater, WA duty station for work activities as needed. It is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to report to the Tumwater duty station for work activities 2-3-days quarterly.
Our Ideal Candidate Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understand how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative.
Required Qualifications Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. OPTION 1: Five (5) or more years of demonstrated experience analyzing policies and/or legislation for a public agency, non-profit, or other organization. OR OPTION 2: A Bachelor's degree or higher; AND two (2) or more years of demonstrated experience analyzing policies and/or legislation for a public agency, non-profit, or other organization.
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Familiarity with state government, the legislative process and rulemaking activities.
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to decipher complex issues.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Required Competencies:
Communication: Giving and receiving information both orally and in writing to diverse audiences. Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively both in writing and verbally to staff, management, and the public. Willing and able to make effective public presentations.
Interpersonal Skills: Adapts to and works effectively with a variety of situations and people. Demonstrated ability to recognize politically sensitive or other issues having high media visibility and act appropriately.
Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to think strategically - skilled in analyzing problems and judging best solutions or actions to resolve issues. Demonstrated ability to assign, prioritize, coordinate, and evaluate work production to meet established guidelines.
Quality Improvement: Applies quality improvement tools to improve efficiency, accuracy and overall quality.
Cultural Competency: Ability to interact with diverse customers and stakeholders demonstrating cultural, ethnic, and gender sensitivity and competence.
Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide information to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. To accomplish all of these, we collaborate with many partners every day.
We help ensure a safer and healthier Washington by:
Working to improve health through disease and injury prevention, immunization, and newborn screening
Providing health and safety information, education and training so people can make healthy choices
Promoting a health and wellness system where we live, learn, work, play and worship
Addressing environmental health hazards associated with drinking water, food, air quality and pesticide exposure
Protecting you and your family by licensing healthcare professionals, investigating disease outbreaks and preparing for emergencies