Entry-Level Job: Environmental Management Specialist. Port of Seattle, Seattle, WA.

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Req #: 002951. Salary Range: $43.80 – $59.25/hour. Application closes: October 5th, 2024.

At the Port of Seattle, we anticipate making salary offers between the minimum and the market reference point of the salary range. Offers will be based on the skill, knowledge, and experience a job candidate brings to the job and is consistent with other employees performing the same or similar work.

Some of what you’ll be doing:

As an Environmental Management Specialist, you will conduct research, analyses, monitoring, and provide support for work products that assist in determining or managing compliance with environmental regulations, policies, sustainability elements, and program needs. You will provide information to support negotiations, strategy development, budget development and/or implementation actions and environmental planning and permitting.

  • You will support and review environmental studies. You will also conduct research in support of new or updated technologies and business practices that pertain to environmental programs. 
  • You will prepare routine technical reports based on the interpretation of data, observations, and current regulations regarding inspection findings, recommendations for mitigative actions, and/or support of environmental and sustainability programs.
  • You will participate in design and construction reviews to identify impacts and assist in developing solutions.
  • You will support contract management and may oversee the work of outside consultants, contractors, and vendors. 
  • You will conduct research and gather data to assist in developing project proposals, including project descriptions, scope of work, and preparing project and permitting plans and application documents.
  • You will attend meetings regarding environmental plans and strategies to accomplish environmental goals.
  • You will be supporting field activities, collecting data and monitoring construction activities. Support environmental program needs in the field. 
  • You will respond to spill events, conduct investigations, coordinate with internal and external parties, document, and finalize cleanup and reporting. This includes 24-hour on-call spill response and cleanup coordination on a rotating basis.

Who you are:

  • Experienced – You have three (3) months of environmental and/or sustainability experience, including academic work or internships.
  • Desired – We hope you have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Physical Sciences, Engineering, Economics, Environmental Management, Planning or Policy. We hope that you are a certified Engineer in Training (EIT) ArcGIS.
  • Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
  • Knowledgeable – You have basic to intermediate knowledge of standard theories, techniques, concepts, and practices specific to environmental field of this position. You have knowledge of solid waste management systems. You also have basic to intermediate knowledge of local, State, and Federal regulatory requirements such as environmental compliance regulations in the respective discipline of this role. 
  • Efficient Communicator – You possess effective verbal, written, and active listening communication skills. You also have the ability to develop professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analytical – You have the ability to judge situations appropriately and perform decisions within the job scope. You also have the ability to collect, analyze and interpret routine to moderately complex environmental data.
  • Technically Skilled – You have proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint).

What else you need to know: 

  • Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
  • Work Environment – This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
  • Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
  • Overtime Eligible – You are eligible for overtime pay in this role.

Why you’ll love it here: 

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

  • Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
  • Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
  • Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
  • Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
  • Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
  • Getting to Work – Eligible for free or subsidized parking at your primary Port work location, validated parking for official Port business at alternate locations, as well as a low-cost public transit card.
  • Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
  • Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
  • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
  • Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
  • Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Why the Port of Seattle: 

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.

Materials Management Climate Grant Analyst (Program Analyst 2) – Two Openings. Oregon Health Authority, Portland, OR

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Req # 163970. Salary Range: $4,993 – $7,641/month. Application closes: October 13, 2024.

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or physical or mental disability. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualification. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether or not you meet the qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.

Are you committed to reducing climate pollution, improving public health, and increasing local resiliency? Are you skilled in project management, grant administration, and contracting? If so, please consider applying for two Materials Management Climate Grant Analyst (Program Analyst 2) positions with the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).

The Materials Management Climate Grant Analysts will play an important role in DEQ’s Materials Management Program, which is focused on reducing the environmental and social impacts of materials and products throughout their full life cycle. The two positions will support implementation of Oregon’s Climate Equity and Resilience Through Action (CERTA) grant, which is a significant new federal funding opportunity U.S. EPA awarded to Oregon DEQ to implement a wide range of climate investments across the state.   

These full-time opportunities are based in Portland, OR. These positions will be limited duration for 3 years with the potential of being extended or made permanent pending Budget and Legislature approval.

The Materials Management Program is part of DEQ’s Land Quality Division. Land Quality programs support DEQ’s mission through a wide range of environmental work, such as assessing and managing environmental cleanups, safely managing the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, and responding to spills of oil and hazardous materials. Consider joining a dedicated team and helping advance our agency’s mission to protect and improve Oregon’s environmental quality.

Here is a video about DEQ: https://youtu.be/E-Cs6M9AAlU. Click here to view a map of all of the DEQ offices.

What you will do!

You will provide project management, administration, and coordination of Oregon’s federally funded Climate Equity and Resilience Through Action (CERTA) grant administered by DEQ’s Materials Management Program. You will be responsible for ensuring successful implementation of actions outlined in Oregon’s Climate Pollution Reduction (CPRG) grant application. You will focus on implementation of grant measures associated with building reuse and space-efficient housing, food waste infrastructure, and/or landfill methane controls. You will collaborate with Materials Management Program subject matter experts; interface with agency procurement and budget staff dedicated to contract and RFP review; lead program work to establish contracts and agreements with sub-awardees and other partners; track implementation status and milestones; and perform necessary reporting of project status, greenhouse gas reductions, and co-pollutant reductions.

What’s in it for you!

You will get the opportunity to protect the public and the environment by implementing exciting new programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. You will also get to collaborate with dedicated co-workers in an organization that is continuously changing and improving. You will have the opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). If you are passionate about Oregon’s environment, apply today!

This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, or a related degree, AND 2 years of experience coordinating or administering a program (an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable).

Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following attributes and skills:

  • Environmental Justice and DEI: Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities; ability to take personal responsibility for increasing your knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • Grant and Contract Management: Knowledge of and experience with requirements for managing and administering federal and state (or city or county) grant awards and pass-through funding, including the ability to successfully complete the Oregon Contract Administration Training Certificate within 2 months of hire.
  • Project Management: Experience with project management processes and best practices; demonstrated experience managing complex projects including organizing, planning, tracking deadlines, identifying potential problems, recommending solutions, and coordinating work of others.
  • Organizational Skills: Excellent problem solving, organizational, time management, and analytical skills.
  • Fiscal Management and Reporting: Experience paying attention to sound fiscal management and reporting requirements; experience tracking and reporting program metrics and performance.
  • Program Evaluation: Experience conducting in-depth evaluations of program operations, conducting research, and adapting or creating new procedures to solve program issues.
  • Relationships and Collaboration: Demonstrated experience building and fostering relationships with a diverse group of partners including colleagues, interested parties, communities, organizations, and businesses; skill in conflict resolution, negotiation, and collaboration.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; skill in writing and presenting clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analyses, recommendations, and conclusions to diverse audiences.

Working Conditions:

DEQ believes in a diverse and inclusive work environment. All employees are expected to contribute to a work environment that collectively values and benefits from respecting its diversity and promotes a culture of inclusiveness.

This position will be based out of the DEQ’s Headquarters in Portland, however, the successful candidate is eligible for hybrid work. The logistics of hybrid work will need to be worked out with the Hiring Manager prior to your hire and may be changed at any time given specific job duties and business needs. DEQ will provide necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for an employee to successfully work from home. At DEQ sites, you will have access to a workspace, however, it may be shared with other employees.

This position requires occasional travel for meetings, conferences, trainings, presentations, and public hearings, some of which may include evening work, weekend work, and/or overnight stays.

How to Apply: (complete the application in full)

  • External Applicants Click on the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.
  • Internal Applicants (current State of Oregon employees): Apply through your employee Workday account.  View this knowledge article for assistance.

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Please Note: In addition to your related work experience and education, DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above, under the “What are we looking for?” section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application material.

Veterans Information:

DEQ provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For more information on veterans’ preference, please visit Veterans Resources, or call the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be asked to submit those at a later time.

Equal Pay Analysis:

As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005, the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx for more information. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% (6% goes to PERS and .95% covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

Work Authorization:

DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Questions/Need Help?

If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact DEQ’s Recruitment Team at jobs@deq.oregon.gov or 503-229-5107. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

Funding Opportunity from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) for full-time enrolled students with a GPA of 3.25 or higher: Scholarship for Juniors and Seniors pursuing an EOH Minor; and EOH MPH students.

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Apply at: BCSP Scholarship. Application window closes: October 3, 2024.

BCSP is pleased to support young, aspiring safety, health, and environmental (SH&E) professionals pursuing their education. Qualified students attending a BCSP Qualified Academic Program (QAP) can apply for a $5,000.00 scholarship to offset expenses related to their pursuit of an SH&E degree. Up to 40 students will be chosen to receive a scholarship.

Note** Oregon State University’s Environmental & Occupational Health (EOH) program is a QAP.

Guidelines

All completed applications will enter an initial review process by BCSP staff. Should questions arise or further documentation be necessary, candidates will need to respond to inquiries in a timely manner or the application will be deemed ineligible. The Scholarship Review Committee will determine the merit of each application in accordance with grant-making policies and procedures. BCSP will award forty (40) scholarship recipients. Scholarship awardees will be notified no later than November 29, 2024, via the email provided in the Submittable platform. Should this date change, all applicants will be notified. 

At this time, BCSP is only accepting applications from US-based QAPs.

Submission Criteria:

  1. In order to apply, you must be a Junior, Senior, or Master’s student enrolled in a BCSP Qualified Academic Program (QAP). The QAP program must be a US-based program (OSU’s EOH program is a QAP).
  2. The applicant must have a minimum of 3.25 GPA. 
  3. The student must be currently enrolled in a full-time program. 
  • Generally, full-time undergrad programs are 12 credit hours min, and graduate programs are 9 credit hours min. Please confirm with your university/academic institution for full-time qualifications. When applying, your academic enrollment will be confirmed via the submitted transcript.

      4. Submit two essays: 

  • 1) “How did safety become your career interest” A minimum of 250 words per essay.
  • 2) “How do you plan to advance SH&E practice within your chosen industry?” A minimum of 450 words per essay.

      5. Commit to obtaining the GSP upon graduation and applying for the CSP upon the earliest date of eligibility. (If you have the CSP certification, you are still eligible for the scholarship). To learn more about the GSP program, please visit, here. This commitment cannot be mandated but when applying for this scholarship, you are electing to receive information regarding the GSP program.

Note: The application requires a transcript on file. An unofficial transcript is allowed for the application, however, if you are chosen as an awardee, an official transcript will be requested.

*Please keep in mind that you can view the status of your application at any time by logging into the Submittable account you created. Please make sure to check your Submittable message inbox, as this will be the primary method of communication from BCSP to the applicants. Also, please check your junk or spam mail to ensure messages are received. The information entered into the application will not be shared with or sold to any outside parties not affiliated with BCSP.* 

2025 Paid Summer Internship: Environmental Health & Safety, Cretex/CDT, Elk River, Minnesota.

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Requisiton #: 2024-4319. Salary: not posted. Application Closes: not posted.

Overview

Position Summary

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern will be responsible for providing technical support focusing on day-to-day activities that are compliance, safety, or environmental related. The intern will assist the EHS department with projects from scope definition through implementation.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions                                                                

  • Assist in identifying, planning, and leading EHS projects and actions to minimize the risk of incidents.
  • Conduct incident investigations using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action.
  • Perform risk assessments to evaluate hazardous conditions using hierarchy of controls to develop solutions.
  • Perform weekly inspections of key programs to ensure compliance with EHS policies and procedures.
  • Partner with the Safety Manager on the training and development of facility emergency response team.
  • Assist in the research, design and implementation of EHS programs, plans and procedures guiding regulatory compliance, prevention of undesired consequences and risk reduction strategies.
  • Support data analytics reporting and documentation management.
  • Develop working knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental, health and safety regulations as well as consensus standards.
  • Research and present on industry trends and best practices for EHS disciplines.
  • Understand and manage risks associated with your role and those that impact organizational objectives.
  • Participate in required company meetings.
  • Maintain an organized work area (5S).
  • Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
  • Complete all other work duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA’s and certifications):

  • Currently enrolled in BS of Environment Health, Occupational Health & Safety or similar degree program or an Engineering degree.
  • Basic knowledge of environmental, health and safety disciplines.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to conduct EHS training to a variety of users in different settings and formats.
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and team building skills to create effective working relationships.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information and comply with policies and procedures.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask.

 Desirable Criteria & Qualifications

  • Previous EHS internship experience.
  • Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.

Physical & Environmental Demands

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process.  Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

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Non-Competitive Federal Grant Coordinator (Program Analyst 1), Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Portland, OR (Hybrid work optional).

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Requisition #: 164979. Salary Range: $4,138 – $6,318/month. Application Window Closes: Sept. 22, 2024.

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or physical or mental disability. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualification. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether or not you meet the qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.

Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Oregon’s environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Oregon at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). At DEQ, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Oregon’s air, land, and water. Here is a video about DEQ: https://youtu.be/E-Cs6M9AAlU

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has a full-time opportunity available for a Non-Competitive Federal Grant Coordinator (Program Analyst 1) in Portland, Oregon.

This position is limited duration for 2 years with the potential of being extended or made permanent pending Budget and Legislature approval.

Please consider joining an innovative team, and work to advance our agency’s mission to protect and improve Oregon’s environmental quality. The Land Quality programs support this mission by assessing and managing environmental cleanups, promoting manufacturing and recycling of non-toxic commercial products, safely managing the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, administering the state’s underground storage tank and heating oil tank programs, and responding to spills of oil and hazardous materials.

The Environmental Cleanup program ensures those responsible for contaminated sites take appropriate action; undertakes cleanup when necessary; and supports voluntary and independent cleanups to facilitate property transfers and redevelopment. The environmental goal is to minimize exposure to contaminants that have been released into the environment and present and unacceptable risk to people or the environment.

Click here to view a map of all of the DEQ offices.

What you will do!

You will coordinate and oversee the management of the Environmental Cleanup and Land Quality non-competitive federal grants. This work includes supporting the Cleanup program’s non-competitive federal grants through the development and submittal of work plan documents; coordinating and communicating with federal grant officers; identifying and tracking appropriate state match funds; and providing grant performance reports. In addition, you will serve as Oregon’s point of contact for EPA related to providing information on rules, guidance, grants, approvals, inquiries, and other communications related to Cleanup’s federal grants; track grant usage; and evaluate program data and information.

What’s in it for you!

The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). If you are passionate about Oregon’s environment, apply today!

This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, environmental science, or a related degree, OR 3 years of technical-level experience similar to this Program Analyst 1 position.

Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following:

  • Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities; ability to take personal responsibility for increasing their knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to provide clear, concise, and compelling communication of policy and technical information tailored to the needs of diverse audiences; skill in writing and presenting clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analyses, recommendations, and conclusions to diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience building and fostering relationships with a diverse group of partners including colleagues, interested parties, communities, organizations, and businesses; skill in conflict resolution, negotiation, and collaboration.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating projects including organizing, planning, tracking deadlines, identifying potential problems, recommending solutions, and coordinating work of others; excellent problem solving, organizational, time management, and analytical skills.
  • Experience with research and data analysis, including the ability to synthesize data and compile into various reports.

Working Conditions:

DEQ believes in a diverse and inclusive work environment. All employees are expected to contribute to a work environment that collectively values and benefits from respecting its diversity and promotes a culture of inclusiveness.

This position will be based out of DEQ’s Portland office, however, the successful candidate may be eligible for hybrid work. The logistics of hybrid work will need to be worked out with the Hiring Manager prior to your hire and may be changed at any time given specific job duties and business needs. DEQ will provide necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for an employee to successfully work from home. At DEQ sites, you will have access to a workspace, however, it may be shared with other employees.

There will be occasional travel to attend meetings, seminars, public hearings, workshops, conferences, presentations, consultations, and trainings, some of which may involve evening work, weekend work, and/or overnight stays. There may be occasional project site visits; during these trips, there is the potential for exposure to fumes, airborne contaminants, contaminated soil and water, toxics, pollutants, and inclement weather.

How to Apply: (complete the application in full)

  • External Applicants Click on the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.
  • Internal Applicants (current State of Oregon employees): Apply through your employee Workday account.  View this knowledge article for assistance.

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  • Be sure to attach a resume and cover letter.
  • Allow yourself plenty of time to complete and submit the application, resume, and cover letter.
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Please Note: In addition to your related work experience and education, DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above, under the “What are we looking for?” section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application material.

Veterans Information:

DEQ provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For more information on veterans’ preference, please visit Veterans Resources, or call the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be asked to submit those at a later time.

Equal Pay Analysis:

As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005, the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx for more information. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% (6% goes to PERS and .95% covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

Work Authorization:

DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Questions/Need Help?

If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact DEQ’s Recruitment Team at jobs@deq.oregon.gov or 503-229-5107. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

Biologist/Physical Scientist, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Corvallis, OR (and other locations)

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Announcement Number: EPA-NF-ODH-2024-0053. Salary Range: $90,587 – $153,354 per year, depending on grade level and duty location. Application window closes: Sept. 23, 2024.

Summary

These positions are in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment, Multiple Divisions. About EPA ORD.

This is an office-centered position*–you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

You will:

  • Interpret, evaluate, analyze, and synthesize scientific data and other information for the development of human health and/or environmental assessments in the area of emphasis.
  • Effectively communicate analyses, research results and technical advice and maintain professional contacts essential to the assessment process.
  • Provide technical expertise, assistance and advice to support assessment efforts.
  • Identify, plan and implement research to develop and/or improve methods used in assessments.

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses.  NOTE:  Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.

You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or inter-agency agreements.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen.
  • You must submit a resume and required documents–see How to Apply section.
  • Position has education requirements–see Qualifications/Education section.
  • EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.

This position is designated as Moderate Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation. All conditions of the pre-employment security process must be met before an official letter of employment can be issued with a report for duty date.

If you are selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

NOTE:  You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement.

In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:

To qualify for the GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as analyzing and interpreting data related to human health and/or environmental assessment; and communicating research results and findings.

To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as analyzing and interpreting data related to human health and/or environmental assessment; providing scientific technical advice or expertise related to human health and/or environmental assessments; and communicating research results and findings.

Your application package will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:

  • Knowledge of health or environmental science.
  • Skill in analyzing scientific data.
  • Skill in oral communication.
  • Skill in written communication.
  • Ability to synthesize and integrate scientific results into assessments.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

*If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Education

Biology: 

You must have a bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major, as listed.

Physical Scientist: 

You must have a bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics; OR a combination of education and experience with education equivalent to one of the majors listed that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Additional information

Except in special circumstances, those new to the federal government will be hired at the starting salary (step 1) of the applicable grade range listed in the Overview section.

EPA participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Are you a Displaced Federal Employee? If so, please read the Required Documents section and visit the EPA website for additional information: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at EPA. Our excellence can only be fully realized by staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in the Agency’s workplace and mission. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. At EPA, diversity is a vital element in bringing a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce because we know that the individual strengths and abilities of our employees make us a stronger organization. The more inclusive our employee base is, the greater the variety of ideas that are generated, and the more representative we are of the nation we serve. To learn more about how EPA values and supports our diverse workforce, visit Equal Opportunity Employment at EPA.

If you are selected, travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by EPA. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting to work in this position will be your responsibility.

This position is in the bargaining unit.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy many work life quality options! Working for the EPA offers you a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To learn more about us, visit Life and Careers at EPA.

EPA offers workplace flexibilities as described on the EPA Benefits page. These flexibilities are not guaranteed, and eligibility will be determined in accordance with position requirements, policy, and/or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement after you are hired.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF):  As a federal employee, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on federal Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer, including EPA. Learn more:  pslf.gov.

This position has portable work. If selected for this position, you may be eligible for partial work-from-home flexibilities after meeting eligibility requirements, as allowable by agency policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement. Review our benefits

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

This position is being filled through the Office of Personnel Management’s government-wide direct-hire authority.  Under the provisions of the direct-hire authority, category rating, veterans’ preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply.  All eligible applicants will be forwarded to the selecting official for further consideration, and you may be subject to assessments during the selection process (e.g., technical writing sample or other work sample, job knowledge test, case scenario analysis, scientific data assessment, structured interview, etc.).  If you are selected, we will review your resume and required documents to ensure you meet the qualification requirements.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Required Documents

Required documents to be submitted online:

ALL APPLICANTS

  • Resume clearly stating your experience related to this position as described in the Duties section and Qualifications section. In describing your experience, you need to be clear and specific (we may not make assumptions regarding your experience). PLEASE LIMIT YOUR RESUME TO A MAXIMUM OF 7 PAGES.
  • College transcripts – unofficial or official transcripts or a list of courses that includes school(s) attended, school address, course title, grades earned, completion dates, department, and quarter or semester hours earned.
    NOTE: Official educational transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if you are selected, you must provide official transcripts before you start work with EPA.
    IF EDUCATION WAS COMPLETED AT A FOREIGN INSTITUTION: You must submit an equivalency evaluation with your application as described here: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

 DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES WHO ARE ICTAP/CTAP ELIGIBLE

  • Most recent performance appraisal
  • Proof of eligibility
  • Most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, tenure, and duty station

To learn more about submitting documentation, visit Uploading Documents to USAJOBS.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

This is an interdisciplinary position (i.e., more than one possible series/title), and you will only be evaluated/considered for the series you select during the application process.  Since you may qualify for more than one series and/or may not qualify for the series you anticipate, we encourage you to select all listed series.

You are strongly encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application for this position. To begin the application process, click the Apply button to the top right on this screen, follow the prompts to log-in/register, submit all required documents, and complete the assessment questionnaire. To be considered, you must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the day the announcement closes. All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS document portfolio feature. If you cannot apply online, you must contact the Human Resources Office listed below for assistance no later than two business days prior to the closing date of this announcement. You must provide complete application materials by the day the announcement closes. For detailed instructions to assist you in ensuring your application package is received, go to EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

EPA welcomes applications from persons with disabilities. Through the reasonable accommodation process, we provide persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment that persons without disabilities enjoy. A reasonable accommodation is any change in the work environment or in the way things are customarily done. An accommodation removes workplace barriers and enables an applicant with a disability to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process, be considered for a position, and, if hired, perform the essential functions of their job.

The EPA National Reasonable Accommodation Coordinators will provide assistance to you, the Human Resources Office, and/or the hiring official as needed. For more information, refer to EPA’s Reasonable Accommodation website. Below is more detailed information about how to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, selection, and hiring process:

  • If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process (submitting the application or completing the application process), contact the Human Resources Office listed below no later than two business days prior to the closing date of this announcement, and the Human Resources Office will work directly with you.
  • If you are referred to the hiring official for consideration and need an accommodation during the selection process, including the interview, notify the person who contacted you from the hiring official’s office. If you do not hear back within three days about your reasonable accommodation request for the selection process, please notify EPA’s National Reasonable Accommodation Coordinators via email at disabilityaccommodations@epa.gov.
  • If you are selected and need an accommodation during the hiring process up to orientation, notify the HR Specialist who made the job offer to you.

Please note: Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Agency contact information

Alejandro Cabrejos Phone 919-541-0855 Email cabrejos.alejandro@epa.gov.

Address: Environmental Protection Agency
OMS/OHCO/RCD
1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
WJC Bldg North, Mail Code 1448K
Washington, District of Columbia 20460
United States

Entry Level Job: Research Environmental Health and Safety Associate I, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA

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Requisition #: R242323. Salary Range: $33.41 – $50.11 per hour, based on full-time employment (2080 hours/calendar year). Application Closing Date: not posted.

Job Description

Support and assist management in the evaluation and control of operations to ensure all labs and facilities are in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations. Conduct on-site inspections and hazard evaluations. Participate in impact assessment of environmental and safety incidents. Ensuring regulated materials are received and surveyed in a timely manner. Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physics or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one (1) year experience in environmental health & safety field. Per the driver’s license requirement noted below, must have a driving record acceptable to Risk Management.

Required Credentials
Current Washington State driver’s license.

Preferred
HAZWOPR certification. Computer/Web skills needed for use of current EHS electronic tools.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.  Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

About Us

Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.  Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE

Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
 
In 2022, U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals – for the 30th year in a row. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally ranked in all 10 specialty areas evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. We are honored to be the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
 
As a Magnet designated institution, and classified among America’s best large employers by Forbes, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Our community welcomes diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our increasingly diverse patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves within this community, which cultivates and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels.

Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.

Paid Internship – Safety Coordinator, Southland Industries, Portland, OR.

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Requisition #: 3424. Salary Range: not posted. Application closing date: not posted.

Job Description

Build your experience with us!

Our internship program is designed to introduce candidates to a career field of Occupational Health & Safety for the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist the Safety Manager in enforcing and regulating all safety procedures to ensure that Southland Industries meets all safety requirements in the field and all facilities to better understand the management and coordination of all division safety activities and construction process.

What you’ll do as a Safety Coordinator Intern:

  • Ensure all tasks and functions on project sites are performed safely in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA standards.
  • Help implement the Corporate Safety Award Program.
  • Provide distribution of certification cards for various industrial equipment training and maintain record of industrial equipment training.
  • Report and manage all company vehicle claims.
  • Assist in reporting workers compensation claims.
  • Update Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) manual.
  • Assemble various safety manuals for distribution.
  • Assist in implementing and distributing safety tailgate meetings.
  • Maintain record of signed safety tailgate meeting forms.

Please note that job locations may vary in the following states including OR, WA, ID, UT. 

Things we love to see in our interns:

  • A strong work ethic
  • Initiative and drive to get the job done
  • Strong communication skills
  • The ability to be resourceful and resilient
  • Able to solve problems with limited support
  • Quick learner, seeks answers on their own
  • Positive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situations
  • Exercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
  • Goal Oriented
  • Collaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitude
  • Strong active listening skills
  • Competent general business writing and public speaking

About You:

You’re pursuing a degree that aligns with Southland needs:

  • Occupational Health and Safety

What you’ll gain from our Student Programs at Southland Industries:

  • A working knowledge of construction safety practices and the opportunity to learn more about safety and loss management.
  • You will build your experience by working directly with Southland’s field employees/customers in a professional manner.
  • You’ll be able to understand, comply with and communicate state, federal and local safety and health OSHA regulations; and build your knowledge of safety regulations.

YOU Matter

Internship/Co-op Program Benefits:

  • Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role
  • Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
  • Socially distant group activities and team events
  • Paid housing (some locations)
  • Paid internship/Co-op
  • Potential full-time employment opportunities

Full-time Employee Benefits:

As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees, that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:

  • 401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for Employee
  • Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Disability Income Protection Insurance
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
  • Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
  • Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses

For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our web site: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN

To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Career Video – Working at Southland

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

**All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug test, background check and professional reference checks. **

**We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time**

If you don’t feel this position is match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company. Job Location Portland, Oregon, United States Position Type Intern

Occupational Safety and Health Internship (paid) for Summer 2025, SAIF, Salem, OR.

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Req # R701. Salary: $24/hour. Application closes: October 11th, 2024.

Job Description

Are you a college student passionate about improving safety and health outcomes? Does your degree program require an internship?

SAIF Corporation is offering a summer internship program for college students pursuing a degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, nursing, public health, or environmental safety and health.

At SAIF, we’re not your typical insurance company. We’re on a mission to transform workplaces across Oregon into safe havens for employees. As a publicly owned workers’ compensation insurer, we’re committed to creating a healthier, safer workforce. 

You’ll work with seasoned professionals, including safety management consultants and a team holding certifications in industrial hygiene, ergonomics, safety, and occupational health nursing.

You’ll tackle meaningful real-world challenges and projects directly impacting workplace safety—from hazard evaluations to report writing. With a Total Worker Health® focus, you’ll discover how different disciplines intersect to improve overall well-being at home and work. 

If you’re self-motivated, organized, and passionate about health and safety, apply to join us in our efforts to make Oregon the safest place to work. 

Responsibilities

  • Learn and apply consulting strategies on a variety of occupational safety and health issues, focusing on enhancing the health and well-being of Oregon workers.
  • Assist safety and health staff with onsite consultations and analyses of a variety of policyholders’ work environments. Assess exposure to a variety of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards, using occupational health regulations, standards, and best practices to reduce and/or eliminate safety and health risks.
  • Evaluate and document observations, analysis findings, and recommendations. Author technical reports and correspondence for policyholders; submit for internal quality review.
  • Research, analyze, and summarize occupational safety and health issues and trends using a variety of data sources and systems. Develop recommendations to improve outcomes.
  • Work with SAIF staff as needed to review, update, or create safety and health resources, web content, or training for our customers.
  • Learn about the collaboration between safety and health and workers’ compensation insurance in Oregon. Learn about stakeholders and business partners.
  • Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
  • Continually sustain the Inclusive Leadership Competencies (ILC) through the Explorer level on an annual basis.
  • This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy. 

Required qualifications

  • Currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, nursing, public health, or environment safety and health.

Recommended qualifications

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team doing complex, confidential work.
  • Superior problem-solving, research, and writing skills demonstrating an ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and persuasive way.
  • Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft products such as MS Office, MS Outlook, and Office 365.
  • Experience using industrial hygiene and ergonomic equipment used to assess exposures is preferred.
  • Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

Internship details

Timeframe: Approximately 12 weeks during summer break 2025

Location: Internship will be based out of our corporate office in Salem, Oregon

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Next step

To receive consideration, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the close of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it’s complete.

This recruitment will close on Friday, September 27, 2024.

If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, this recruitment may close early.

Compensation & Benefits

SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF’s total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)

*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.
Veterans

We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans.

About us

Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.

SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.

Practice Facilitator, Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) at OHSU. Must be based in Southern OR, South Coast or Willamette Valley.

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Req ID: 2024-30906. Salary Range: $57,969-$72,401 per year. Application closes: no data.

Department Overview

The Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) was established in 2002 at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. ORPRN’s mission is to improve health and equity for all Oregonians through community engaged research, education, and policy. ORPRN facilitates a broad variety of clinical health care research, quality improvement projects, and practice transformation efforts in rural Oregon, and across the state. ORPRN is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist organization. We do so by evaluating how we develop and support our workforce, the partnerships we uphold and how we engage in our work throughout Oregon.

ORPRN facilitates a broad variety of health care research, quality improvement projects, and practice transformation efforts throughout Oregon through the work of the Practice Facilitators. Practice Facilitators are located regionally around the state.

The Practice Facilitator I (PF1) works under the direction of a project manager or principal investigator, providing project coordination and practice facilitation support on small to moderate-sized research, implementation science projects, and technical assistance programs. The PF1 assists with scheduling, recruitment, data collection, data entry, documentation, and practice facilitation with limited complexity. In addition, the PF1 begins to foster relationships with clinical practices and community partners, and engage in relevant community events to support ORPRN’s regional presence.   

The Practice Facilitator I conducts research with regional clinics and communities, builds quality improvement infrastructure with the clinics, and fosters community engagement. Travel around Oregon is required for this position.

Function/Duties of Position

  • Project Coordination & Research Support
    • Assist in coordinating small to medium-sized projects and/or programs, monitoring study activities, timelines, and deliverables.
    • Organize meetings: schedule, prepare agendas, take notes.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of study and quality improvement protocols.
    • Participate in the collection, tracking, and/or analysis or qualitative and/or quantitative data.
    • Participate in dissemination activities, including publication of manuscripts and presentations at professional conferences.
    • Support qualitative data collection, writing of grants through research literature review, collecting letters of support, drafting sections of grant proposals, and creating other supporting documents.
  • Practice Facilitation & Building Quality Improvement (QI) Infrastructure with Regional Clinics
    • Engage inter-professional clinic teams in practice transformation: train in use of QI skills, tools and systems; participate in team QI meetings; coach and motivate clinic teams.
    • Support practices to develop skills for population-based health and data-driven quality improvement; assist practices and provide tailored support to clinic teams to guide implementation of projects and/or programs
    • Facilitate clinic group discussions to set priorities and aid decision making.
    • Teach QI tools and strategies to peers at ORPRN; participate in ORPRN QI curriculum development.
  • Community & Partner Engagement
    • Promote community research priorities and support community members in initiating and conducting research; build clinical research capacity.
    • Foster relationships with community organizations to bridge project work, reporting local needs, identifying topics or issues for future research, building list of contacts, and developing trust across the community.
    • Serve as primary regional liaison, representing ORPRN with OHSU, regional health systems, critical access hospitals, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and community health improvement organizations.
    • Work with partners to identify new projects, identify community priorities for evaluation, and plan for ongoing work.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as research, health sciences, public health, social sciences, or other related fields) AND 1 year of relevant experience OR
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience
  • 1-year relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree
  • Basic knowledge of practice facilitation concepts and skills
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
  • Excellent organization skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in research data collection or research project coordination 
  • 1 or more year experience in practice facilitation or quality improvement
  • 1 or more year in a primary care setting
  • Experience in outreach, patient recruitment, or participant recruitment 
  • Ability to create or modify spreadsheets, data entry forms, and reports
  • Experience with survey tools
  • Experience with electronic health records
  • Knowledge of quality improvement methods
  • Experience with PCPCH
  • Experience with REDCap
  • Experience with other research software

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.