Employment Type : Full-Time
Description Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
NOTE: This recruitment will remain Open Continuous. Applicant review begins January 10, 2022. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision and/or to close this recruitment at any time.
Health Disparities Council Manager (WMS Band 2)State Board of HealthTumwater, WA DOH6095
Our ideal candidate has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands 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.
Our ideal candidate strives for humility and partnership, even when confronted with others that are not open or collaborative. They are nimble and adaptive when faced with resistance, demonstrate resilience, and can have courageous conversations when needed.
The Health Disparities Council Manager manages the Health Impact Review program and any other projects assigned to the Council through legislative action. This position administers, manages, and controls all aspects of the Council’s operations and, as such, is accountable for ensuring the Council’s statutory responsibilities and reporting requirements to the Governor and Legislature are met. The Health Disparities Council Manager also serves as the technical and strategic advisor to the Council Chair, its members, and its advisory committees. This position manages the Board’s health impact review work and other projects that may be assigned to the Council through legislative action.
The Health Disparities Council Manager is responsible for approximately 4 direct reports as well as the following budgets:
The State Board of Health’s mission is to provide statewide leadership in advancing policies that protect and improve the public’s health.
The mission of the Governor’s Interagency Council on Health Disparities is to develop statewide policy recommendations to eliminate health disparities by race/ethnicity and gender. The Council is distinct from but staffed by the State Board of Health. The Council has 17 members—a chair and two consumer representatives appointed by the Governor and representatives from 14 state agencies, boards, and commissions. The Council works in collaboration with state agencies, the Governor’s Office, and community members and groups to identify statewide policies and strategic practices that are submitted to the Governor and Legislature and/or implemented by state agencies.
The Board, in collaboration with the Council, has the responsibility for conducting health impact reviews (RCW 43.20.285). A health impact review is an evidence-based, non-partisan, objective analysis of how a proposed legislative or budgetary change may impact health and equity. Only the Governor or a member of the Legislature may request a health impact review. Health impact reviews are unique to the Board and Council – no other agency completes them. On occasion, the Council also provides staff support for ad hoc task forces or completes specific projects at the request of the Legislature.
When we talk to our Health Disparities Council Manager about their values, they’ll see themselves in words like Human-Centered, Partnership, Equity, and Excellence. They’ll also see in these words a challenge to improve—personally and organizationally—in pursuit of a better impact on people and better business outcomes.
When we ask others about them, they’ll describe a person of remarkable capability, diligence, and focus. They’ll tell us about someone who:
It takes personal courage, tenacity, and humility to achieve big things in this way. Our ideal candidate probably wonders whether they’re up to this challenge. But they want to take it on because they’re hungry for personal growth and hungry to help build this kind of business, team, and workplace culture at the Department of Health.
Currently, this position may be located anywhere within the State of Washington due to the COVID-19 pandemic and telework (mobile work) is 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 duty station for work activities. Learn more about the Position – View the Complete Position Description (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
About the Department of Health
The vision of the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. Our mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state.
Our Values
Good organizations know what they do and how they do it. Great organizations also understand why they do it. Our values are:
Benefits of Working for DOH
Washington is America's Top State, according to U.S. News (2021), and provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We also offer:
The DESIRED candidate profile:
NOTE: A combination of relevant lived, volunteer, education, professional, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work will be considered.
Option 1: Nine (9) or more years of experience in policy development, public administration, and/or health services program management.
Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree; AND five (5) or more years of experience in policy development, public administration, and/or health services program management.
Option 3: A Master’s degree or higher with major study in public health, public policy, public administration, or a closely related field; AND three years of experience in policy development, public administration, and/or health services program management.
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NOTE: This position will require the incumbent to travel across the state which may include overnight stays and will have in-person contact with others. As stated in Governor's Proclamation 21-14, all employees engaging in work for the Department of Health are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before their hire date. Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Office of Human Resources after an employment offer has been extended. This position requires an onsite/in-person presence. A medical or religious exemption to the vaccine mandate cannot be accommodated at this time.
As well as demonstrated experience in the following leadership competencies:
Compensation
This position reports to the Executive Director for the State Board of Health. Learn more about the Washington Management Service.
The annual compensation is between $78,408 and $105,384, depending upon qualifications.
Washington State offers a full benefits package including vacation and sick leave, family medical and dental coverage, life insurance, retirement, and a deferred compensation program.
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer. DOH strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of our workforce.
If you have questions, need alternative formats or other assistance please contact Linda.Riggle@doh.wa.gov, (360) 236-4226, or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 711 (Washington Relay). Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).
Application Process
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Live and Work in a Great State
Washington is America's Top State according to U.S. News (2021) and provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
Washington offers a total work/life package of pay, benefits, flexibility, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and out of life. Washington State is a great place to work, play, and be a part of a community. Washington offers a quality of life that is unsurpassed. From the high-energy urban center of Seattle, one of the nation’s top-ranked cities, to the more relaxed pace of our rural communities, Washington’s distinctive Northwest lifestyle blends a progressive, creative culture with a casual nature.
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