Operations & Policy Analyst ; Operations & Policy Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 10/13/2026 Final date to receive applications: 10/20/2026 Agency:
Oregon Health Authority Salary Range:
Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Operations & Policy Analyst 1 (Operations & Policy Analyst
1)

Job Description:

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The primary purpose of the Operations Analyst is to identify, recommend, and implement operational activities to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the recruiting and offboarding functions in the Office of Business Operations. The Operations Analyst provides operational support for the Office of Business Operations and within Health Policy & Analytics, as assigned, and ensures that the recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding functions are effective for the division.

Using independent decision making, this position implements and coordinates administrative initiatives and directives. This position is authorized to make decisions in the routing of assignments, movement of information and initiating follow up when deadlines need to be met or when quick response is needed.

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; OR Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

• Experience interacting with and providing professional and helpful feedback to all levels of management.
• Excellent organization and task management skills.
• Experience providing exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in MS Office - especially Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as Smartsheet and Adobe.
• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Excellent at developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Ability to encourage and build trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
• Experience with translating what information means and how it can be used.
• Ability to establish long range objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Experience using teleconference, webinar, and other communication software or technology.
• Ability to learn new software and technology quickly.
• Ability to write clearly, effectively, and proficiently.
• Skill in developing various documents including procedures, formal letters, emails, and reports.
• Consistent transportation to get to the state office building for any appointments.

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 smart, experienced and passionate people. If you are seeking work that is meaningful and changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority may be the place for you.

• 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 8 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.

This position will require 4-6 days a month in the office. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check (if applicable) 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…