Initial Posting Date: 07/23/2024 Application Deadline: 08/07/2024 Agency: Higher Education Coordinating Commission Salary Range: $4,998 - $7,647 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Workforce Industry Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 2) Job Description: Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference… for a lifetime! The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) has a new and exciting career opportunity as a Workforce Industry Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 2) in the Office of Workforce Investments. Why Join Us The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) envisions a future in which all Oregonians benefit from the transformational power of high-quality postsecondary education and training. Come work with a team that values equity, affordable access to education, and lifelong learning within beautiful Salem, Oregon! Agency Values - Transparency, Equity, Integrity, Trust, Collaboration, Accountability, Lifelong Learning Check out our vision - The Higher Education Coordinating Commission Equitable Recruiting The HECC strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of these positions, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. What You Will Be Doing You will function as a key member of the Office of Workforce Investments, making recommendations about complex cross-sector, systems-level decisions to leadership. You will lead statewide efforts to develop, expand, and align sector-specific workforce development initiatives in Oregon's multi-agency, multi-sector workforce system. You will be responsible for making policy, operation and budget recommendations for workforce development efforts in several key industries throughout Oregon. These key industries may include: construction, leisure and hospitality, maritime, wood products, transportation, education, and others. Duties Include System Improvement * Participate in multi-agency, multi-sector efforts to increase efficiency and alignment of Oregon's workforce development system. * Lead efforts to establish, develop, and grow strategic partnerships around industry-specific workforce needs. * Provide technical assistance to local workforce development boards and workforce service provides around industry partnerships and strategies. Operational Research and Evaluation * Develop research and evaluation projects to identify workforce development system trends, barriers, and functions to clarify workforce development system requirements and recommend operational and systems change. * Develop mechanisms for consistent, credible information gathering at an industry-wide and statewide level. Program Analysis * Develop short-range and long-range goals for statewide workforce development programs. * Analyze and evaluate numerous workforce programs and make recommendations to upper-level managers based on information gathered through monitoring and tracking of workforce programs, studies and performance data. * Research, compile, and disseminate programmatic workforce development best practices for industries in portfolio from regional, statewide, and national efforts. Legislative and Policy Analysis * Analyzes existing workforce development policies to understand benefits, drawbacks, and unintended consequences. * Makes recommendations for new workforce development system policies or changes to existing workforce system policies related to industries in portfolio. * Track and analyze state and national workforce development legislative activities related to industries in portfolio. Project Management * Plan, coordinate, and lead operational and systems improvement projects related to workforce development needs. * Identify project scopes, desired outcomes, and performance metrics. * Monitor and track project budget, schedule and performance. For a complete list of duties and working conditions, please contact the recruiter for the position description. Working Conditions * Daily team interactions. * Open office environment. * Extensive computer use. * Simultaneous work on multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. * Requires remaining stationary for extended periods. * Requires physical activity normally associated with filing and sitting for extended periods, occasional bending, stooping, and walking to meetings within the building. * This is a full-time, SEIU represented position. Desired Attributes/Skills If you have these qualities, let us know! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! * Highly effective communication skills - written and verbal - and ability to tailor communication for diverse audiences. * Demonstrated success in building and managing relationships with diverse groups, in particular with leaders from government organizations and private industry. * Commitment to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion. * Self-starter with the ability to identify, plan, and execute on projects/action items that will move the work forward. * Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and synthesize complex and varied information. * Demonstrated knowledge/experience in collecting, organizing, analyzing, and synthesizing complex and varied information. * Experience working with industry/employers. * Experience with workforce development systems, strategies, and programs. Minimum Qualifications (Required Skills) A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work specific to program administration, workforce development initiatives, or a related field. OR; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work specific to program administration, workforce development initiatives, or a related field. The Benefits * Competitive medical, vision and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members. * Opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation savings program. * A fabulous retirement program. Click here to visit our full benefits website. * Work-life balance * 11 paid holidays per year. * 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year. * 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month. * Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month, with increases every 5 years. * Work with a team that values equity, affordable access to education, and lifelong learning within beautiful Salem, Oregon! How to Apply * Current State of Oregon Employees: Please apply through the Career worklet within your Employee Workday Profile* Click the apply button and fill in the application fields. Complete the questionnaire. Upload your resume. Attach a cover letter - Limit to no more than two (2) pages and clearly demonstrates how your education and work experience meet the desired attributes of this position. Be sure to check your applicant inbox periodically for updates and information requests. Failure to respond to these requests may delay the review of your application materials. Help Your Application Rise to the Top! Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience, making you the best candidate for the position. Candidates whose training and/or experience most closely match the requirements and needs of the position and who attach all necessary documents will be eligible for an interview. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.) Need help? Contact Christina Steele, HR Analyst, at Christina.Steele@hecc.oregon.gov or call (503) 934-3482 with questions about the recruitment and selection process (e.g., supplemental questions, clarification of job announcement information, etc.) If you need an alternate format in order to complete the application process, please contact Christina and be prepared to describe the alternate format needed. The Fine Print Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS. Veterans: If you are a veteran you may receive preference. A request will be sent to your applicant inbox to submit your veteran's DD214 form. Click here for more information about veterans' preference. Future Vacancies: We may use the candidates from this posting to fill future vacancies. Position Description: A complete position description is available by contacting the recruiter. Visa Sponsorship: We do not offer Visa sponsorships. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. The HECC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). HECC does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.