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Community Engagement Coordinator, North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People, and Environment (NC C-CAPE), Raleigh, NC

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Posting #: . Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000. Application window open until position filled.

About the Department

The North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People, and Environment (NC C-CAPE) and the Carolinas Climate Adaptation Partnership (CAP) at NC State are seeking a full time community engagement coordinator to to lead community engagement and initiatives across a diverse portfolio of research projects relevant to environmental health disparities. The grant-funded community engagement coordinator position will begin immediately and is a full-time position with funding up to five years. The North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People, and Environment (NC C-CAPE) aims to understand, predict, and reduce risks to human health from cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in coastal waters of North Carolina by looking upstream and off-shore. We seek to reduce human health disparities through investments in innovative environmental data collection, data democracy, and policy. The NOAA-funded Carolinas Climate Adaptation Partnerships (CAP, formerly RISA), housed at NC State University, is committed to understanding our changing climate and addressing the impacts fairly. CAP works together with communities across the Carolinas to help predict and understand their exposure and vulnerability to climate threats, such as drought, heat, and flooding.

The selected candidate will be directly supervised by the NC C-CAPE community engagement director and work with guidance from both the NC C-CAPE and CAP co-directors and other team members to bring a sense of strategic vision to community engagement programs, evaluation, and their impacts on democratic approaches to data co-production and use, and synergies between NC C-CAPE and CAP missions.

This position is housed within the Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) within the College of Sciences at NC State is one of the nation’s largest interdisciplinary geoscience departments. MEAS provides: (1) high quality geoscience instruction to the University community through it courses in marine, Earth, and atmospheric sciences; (2) educational opportunities for undergraduate, masters and doctoral students in geosciences through world-class research, and (3) outreach activities that foster improved public awareness and understanding of science. MEAS research programs are multi-disciplinary in nature and align with NC C-CAPE and CAP missions. MEAS is one of six NC State departments with a presence at the NC State Center for Marine Sciences and Technology (CMAST), a coastal and marine science research facility located on Bogue Sound in Morehead City, NC (http://www.cmast.ncsu.edu), and MEAS faculty participate in the Center for Geospatial Analytics (http://geospatial.ncsu.edu). The North Carolina State Climate Office (https://climate.ncsu.edu/) and the Raleigh office of the National Weather Service reside on NC State’s campus. Additional information about the department and its facilities can be found at: https://meas.sciences.ncsu.edu.

Raleigh, North Carolina is a progressive and welcoming community with a wide range of potential collaborators at nearby academic and governmental institutions in the Research triangle. Opportunities exist to draw on departmental and campus resources to develop strong teaching expertise using best practices.  Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research, and service is dedicated to serving North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision, and strategic plan and consider how their background, interests, and experience would enable them to support the university.

Essential Job Duties

The Community Engagement Coordinator requires the skills and knowledge to effectively solicit and convey crucial guidance to the research process and its relevance to reducing environmental health disparities in practice. They will be required to encourage community engagement in projects related to machine learning assisted algal bloom prediction, extreme precipitation and flooding, cumulative risk exposures, and public health. This role entails crafting and executing dynamic engagement strategies that facilitate a two-way exchange of information, and serving as liaison with external partners and entities for two grant-funded initiatives. Strong candidates will have demonstrated capacity for facilitation, event and/or program planning, and group leadership related to community engagement with science and/or policy.

Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end participant recruitment for community-based research activities; promoting data democracy, open data best practices and the principles of Open Science; creating processes that ensure reliable and long-lasting community contact.

Required duties and skills:

The Community Engagement Coordinator will perform a variety of project activities, including research study coordination, participant recruitment, and community-engaged research focused on environmental health disparities. This includes the following essential job duties:

  • Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in environmental justice and community resilience policies and initiatives;
  • Facilitating training, workshops, and activities to promote mutual understanding and knowledge co-production;
  • Designing and executing engagement strategies within a variety of environmental thematic areas, ensuring the translation of complex scientific research into actionable insights for diverse audiences;
  • Fostering relationships with community leaders, policymakers, and the general public, using effective communication strategies to engage non-scientific partners across diverse, rural, and underserved communities;
  • Promoting data democracy, open data best practices, and the principles of Open Science and data democracy;
  • Traveling overnight for community engagement across North Carolina and South Carolina;
  • Preparing culturally relevant data summaries and reports for internal and external audiences as part of the data report back process;

Required Qualifications

  • Post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
  • Ability to travel to community events, including occasional nights and weekends.
  • Ability to work from our Raleigh-based office during regular business hours most days.
  • Excellent English-language, verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two years of experience or post-baccalaureate education in one of the following fields: environmental health policy, community organizing, facilitation, science education, or program management.
  • Prior experience implementing one or more community-engaged research frameworks (i.e. participatory science, community-based participatory research).
  • Ability to provide at least one reference who can detail your experience from a community perspective.
  • Spanish language proficiency.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Oregon State University, College of Health, Administrative Program Specialist: Graduate Programs Manager

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Posting # P04836CT. Salary Range: $20.15 – $30.45/Hr. Application Closing Date: July 3, 2024.

Position Information

DepartmentPublic Hlth/HumanSci Adm (HHS)
Classification TitleAdministrative Program Spec
Job TitleAdministrative Program Specialist: Graduate Programs Manager
Appointment TypeClassified Staff
Job LocationCorvallis
Benefits EligibleFull-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment CategoryRegular
Job SummaryThis recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Administrative Program Specialist: Graduate Programs Manager position for the College of Health at Oregon State University (OSU). This position provides primary program and project administration for the doctoral and doctoral-track programs in the three schools: School of Human Development and Family Sciences, School of Nutrition and Public Health, and the School of Exercise and Sport Science of the College of Health. Once students are admitted by the Director of Graduate Recruitment and Admissions, this position supports students, program directors, and school heads throughout students’ program of study through administration of graduate programs in the college including program management, graduate student services, student record, program enrollment records, hiring and processing of graduate assistants.
Why OSU?Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.FACTS:• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/aboutLocations:Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities50% – Academic Programs Management30% – Graduate Student Records and Process Management20% – Graduate Student Services
What We RequireTwo years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.
What You Will NeedThis position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to HaveExperience managing complex tasks including providing administrative support and program coordination. Professional and effective communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and make critical judgments. Ability to make thoughtful independent decisions and act. Demonstrated ability to deal successfully with a fast pace, multiple tasks, and shifting priorities with constant interruptions. Training and/or experience in operations of computer and software applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Access, Internet). Training and/or experience in operations of Banner, CORE, Data Warehouse, OnBase and an advanced knowledge of Excel.
Working Conditions / Work SchedulePrimarily, the work will be in a typical office environment. For some of the graduate student support events, there may be some travel off campus and may be held in non-standard hours (i.e. early evening).
Pay MethodHourly
Pay Period1st through the last day of the month
Pay DateLast working day of the month
Min Salary$20.15
Max Salary$30.45
Link to Position Descriptionhttps://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/11906
Special Instructions to ApplicantsTo ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 19, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.For additional information please contact:
| Amanda Armington
| Amanda.armington@oregonstate.edu
| 541-737-7644OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  1. VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation – information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Environmental Health Scientist, Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)

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Job Requisition Control # 794890700. Salary Range: $76,671 – $119,463 per year. Pay scale and Grade: GS 11 -12. Application closes: June 17th, 2024.

Duties

As a Environmental Health Scientist, you will:

  • Serve as an environmental health scientist (within a multidisciplinary team) specifically responsible for evaluating, providing information, or developing hypotheses regarding the pathways of chemical exposure to humans.
  • Provide consultation to Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) headquarters, regional operations staff, and personnel of the Department of Health and Human Services and other federal, state, and local health, environmental, and natural resource agencies on problems associated with exposures to environmental contaminants and, as necessary, chemical toxins.
  • Prepare and participate in the development of public health assessments, health consultations, exposure investigations, and/or related activities concerning potential or actual adverse health effects associated with exposure to chemicals and hazardous substances.
  • Provide project coordination of ATSDR activities at assigned hazardous waste sites.
  • Participate in the evaluation of hazardous waste sites to include recommendations concerning site specific environmental and human biologic sampling strategies.
  • Participate in public meetings, workshops, seminars, and committee meetings that relate to hazardous substance exposure, environmental, or public health issues.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Due to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) process enhancement to use Shared Certificates throughout the Agency, some of the requirements below may differ:

  • US Citizenship required.
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (http://www.sss.gov).
  • May be subject to a Background/Security Investigation. Security clearance level may differ from the position announced when certificates are shared.
  • CDC participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). If selected, CDC will determine your employment eligibility using your social security number.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • One-year probationary period may be required.
  • This position may be subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement.
  • In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Minimum Qualifications:
For GS-11:
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, which must include the following experience: providing support in the development of health assessments for hazardous waste sites for environmental public health activities. OR

Have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., in medical field, health sciences or Allied Science related field. OR

Have a combination of experience and education that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

For GS-12:
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which must include the following experience: preparing and participating in the development of public health assessments, health consultations, exposure investigations, and/or related activities concerning potential or actual adverse health effects associated with exposure to chemicals and hazardous substances.

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.

Promotion potential: Promotion to the next grade level is at management’s discretion and is based on your meeting qualifications and time-in-grade requirements, demonstrated ability to perform the higher-level duties, the continuing need for the higher-level duties, and administrative approval. Promotion to the next grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

Education

A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

Telework: This position has been designated as telework eligible and:

  • May include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These options may be requested once you have become an employee and you will be required to sign a Workplace Flexibilities Agreement that details remote or telework working conditions and expectations in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities Policy
  • This position is eligible for inclusion in the Bargaining Unit. The name of the union, local, and BU Codes will be provided upon selection.
  • For more information visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/job-announcement/telework/

The Federal government, as the largest employer in the Nation, can and should show the way towards achieving drug-free workplaces through programs designed to offer drug users a helping hand, and at the same time demonstrating to drug users and potential drug users that drugs will not be tolerated in the Federal workplace if declared a drug-testing position. The use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust placed in such employees as servants of the public.

Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

Incentives:

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

The utilization of shared certificates for additional selections within the same geographical area can be made from multiple Centers of the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR).

The category assignment is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. Qualified candidates will be ranked into one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified or Qualified. The Category Rating Process does not add veterans’ preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher).

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Collaboration / Partnering
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Data Collection
  • Oral Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Public Health Knowledge
  • Research Translation
  • Written Communication

Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Category rating procedures will be used to rate and rank candidates.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete Application Package which includes the following. Note: All documents must be in English.

1. Resume – Must reflect name, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (month/year) of employment and duties performed.

Current/former Federal employee:

  • Must reflect pay plan, series and grade, i.e., GS-0301-9.

Dos and Don’ts:

Cover Letter is optional.

2.Transcripts (if applicable) – You may submit an unofficial transcript. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected.

3. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/ Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):

  • Supporting documentation i.e., Reduction in Force (RIF) notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND most recent:
    • Current annual performance appraisal
    • SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)

4. Veteran:

  • DD-214 (Member 4 copy) or other Armed Forces/Department of Veterans Affairs official documentation reflecting dates of service and type of discharge, AND if applicable:
  • 10-point preference eligible:
  • Serving under Active Duty:
    • Certification from Armed Forces reflecting rank, dates of service, and discharge/release will be within 120 days from date of certification under honorable conditions
  • Visit FedsHireVets

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

For Resume and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.

Agency Contact Information

Phone (770) 488-1725. Email HRCS@CDC.GOV.

Product Manager (3 positions available), SAIF Corporation, Oregon, Remote, or Hybrid

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Job # R616. Salary Range: $99,380‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$165,630/year. Application closing date: June 17, 2024.

Job Description

Are you a visionary in the software development space, eager to create strategies that guide the future of innovative software products? SAIF is on the lookout for a Product Manager III who can steer our software solutions portfolios towards success, advocating for the intricate needs of both internal and external customers and partners.

Product managers serve as the voice of the customer responsible for clearly capturing and communicating the “what and the why” behind the desired business outcomes and value-added features comprising a strategic product roadmap.

Three positions are available, each with a different focus specific to workers’ compensation insurance: policy management, claims management, and regulatory reporting.

Communication and leadership skills are a must for this job, along with a strategic, forward-thinking mindset. If you’re ready to embrace this challenging yet fulfilling role and discover why SAIF is an exceptional workplace, we invite you to apply. Please note: Flexible workers may be required to travel to SAIF’s offices in Salem on occasion.

Responsibilities:

  • Partner with cross-divisional stakeholders and development team members to define business requirements/user stories and acceptance criteria for all features with customer/user experience (CX/UX) impact.
  • Prioritize the product development backlog considering both CX/UX and technical criteria, working with director and Solution Delivery Managers as appropriate.
  • Create and maintain product roadmap and strategy, reflecting and incorporating program, division and corporate strategies.
  • Partner with enterprise stakeholders to solicit and incorporate other feedback from customers and external partners to inform product roadmap planning.
  • Collaborate closely with Solution Delivery Managers to ensure the product and technical strategies are in alignment.
  • Ensure that product development strategy supports corporate and IT strategy and objectives.
  • Support the program lead in the business analysis for build vs. buy decisions, ensuring that the product roadmap optimizes decisions around internal development vs. licensing.
  • Work with business partners across all divisions to incorporate goals and objectives of each division, and to meet the needs of SAIF customers and partners.
  • Analyze the impact of new solutions on existing operations and provide recommendations on potential operational and organizational changes.
  • Support the program lead in exploration of partnerships and emerging technologies to optimize value for SAIF’s business strategy.
  • Analyze usage data, customer feedback, and usability testing to recommend improvements to the user experience.
  • Keep apprised of the latest industry standards and trends in the areas of application development, process automation, and operational innovation in delivering software solutions.
  • 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.


The following qualifications are recommended:

  • Experience:  Five or more years of experience with progressively increased responsibility in software product management or related field; experience in insurance industry a plus.  Proven experience leading and/or influencing teams that drive innovation in software product development.
  • Education: A bachelor’s degree in business management, computer science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

​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 Monday June 17, 2024.

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

Compensation & Benefits: Typical hiring range:‏‏‎ ‎$112,629‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$132,505.‏‏‎ ‎The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education. 

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.Full salary range:‏‏‎‏‏‎ ‎$99,380‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$165,630


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.

SAIF participates in E-Verify and is an EEO employer and all applicants have rights under state and federal employment laws. If you have questions or are a person with a disability and need assistance, feel free to contact us at jobs@saif.com or 503.373.8040.

Health, Safety and Environmental Manager, Lanxess, Kalama, WA.

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Requisition ID:  5974. Salary: $125,000/year minimum.

Who we are: LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. 

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available! Join our Team!

Job Highlights

The HSE Manager is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and maintaining all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security Mangement efforts at the Kalama Site.  This will be done within the full scope and requirements of LANXESS company standards; Local, State, and Federal regulations, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and ISO 14001.  This position will be a member of the Site Leadership Team, champion the safe work culture, and ensure safe work habits and behaviours are practiced by all site employees on a daily basis.  The HSE Manager must have the breadth of knowledge, leadership, and management skills to lead a team of skilled HSE professionals.  The Kalama plant is a synthetic organic chemical manufacturing site with complex operations including continuous and batch processes, hazardous waste burning boilers, and aerobic and anaerobic wastewater treatment plants.  This facility has equally complex permitting requirements for Environmental (Air, Waste, Water), Occupational Health and Safety, Process Safety, and Security functions.

  • Manage a team of eight direct reports, including two Environmental Engineers, PSM Engineer, two HSE specialists, and three HSE Admin / Front Gate Security staff.
  • Responsible to ensure that the site maintains its “License to Operate”, which means regulatory, safety, and legal compliance with all applicable Federal and State Laws, LANXESS internal standards, and Industry RAGAGEP’s.
  • Ensure that all site HSE standards and procedures are regularly reviewed, updated as necessary, and remain current.  Coordinate with HSE team to effectively communicate and train site on HSE standards and procedures.
  • Responsible for creating and managing the site Health & Safety and Environmental budgets.
  • Responsible for managing and coordinating the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and certification.
  • Has primary responsibility for LANXESS Process and Operational Management elements of Employee Participation/Engagement, Process Safety Culture and Commitment, Conduct of Operations, and Operational Discipline.
  • Contributes to root cause analyses and investigation of incidents and near misses.  Responsible for ensuring that incidents and near misses are appropriately reported.
  • Support and performs routine audits and inspections, e.g. review safe work permits, housekeeping audits, etc., and proactively supports the resolution of issues found.  HSE Manager will have routine engagements and field presence with Kalama site colleagues.
  • Coordinates, guides, and supports various department Safety Committee Team Leads.
  • Responsible for developing and recording all HSSE related measurements, metrics, and KPI’s.  Performs analysis of results to trend data, identify opportunities for improvement, and commicate learnings/opportunities to site.
  • Support worker compensation claim management led by corporate resources.
  • Support review and approval process for Capital Project authorizaiton requests.
  • Responsible, with corresponding team members, for ownership of and engagement with Compliance Audits from external agencies and internal audit teams.  Responsible for assigning and tracking completion of finding corrective actions.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as HSE professional required.  Engineering degree or technical background preferred.
  • Experience with direct supervision of employees, contractors, consultants, design firms, etc.
  • Self-reliant with strong time management and prioritization skills.
  • OSHA PSM plant experience is required.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent computer skills especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Working knowledge of ISO 14001 required.
  • Able to analyse data and situations, draw conclusions, and make meaningful decisions.
  • Ability to work effectively with multiple organizational levels from shop floor to executive level.
  • Plans own work to achieve assigned goals and is responsible for the relevance of work and the integrity of results.

What we offer you:

  • Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. The minimum pay for this position is $125,000. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including candidate qualifications, geographic location, etc. 
  • Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include: 
    – Health care – Medical, Dental, Vision
    – Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
    – Employee Life Insurance – Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
    – Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
    – Disability Coverage – Short-Term and Long-Term
    – Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care and Dependent Care
    – NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
    – Aflac Benefits
    – Legal Assistance Program
    – Retirement Benefits – Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
  • Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement.
  • Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
  • Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.  Join the LANXESS team!

Contract type: Regular. Location: Kalama, WA, US, 98625. Work Arrangement:  Onsite. Level of Experience:  Middle management