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Initial Posting Date: 01/03/2025Application Deadline:01/19/2025Agency:Oregon Health AuthoritySalary Range:$6,348 - $9,370Position Type:EmployeePosition Title:Plans Examiner (Health Facilities Consultant) - HYBRIDJob Description:The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Protection, Facilities Planning and Safety Program &nbsp;in Portland, Oregon has a fantastic career opportunity for a Plans Examiner (Health Facilities Consultant). The Plans Examiner will conduct reviews of schematic design (architectural) plans for health care facilities regulated by the Health Care Regulation and Quality Improvement Section.This is a full-time, management service position, not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.What will you do? The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that newly constructed or remodeled health care facilities provide safe and adequate care and lodging for persons who receive medical services therein.To this end, program Plans Examiners will:<ul><li>Conduct architectural reviews of submitted projects.</li><li>Manage the coordination of engineering and Fire Life Safety plan reviews.</li><li>Support project sponsors and architects of record in their efforts to comply with applicable regulations.</li><li>Assist licensing agencies to ensure that completed projects comply with applicable regulations.</li></ul>What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.<ul><li>We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx&amp;nbsp</a>;</li><li>Paid Leave Days:<ul><li>11 paid holidays each year.</li><li>3 additional paid personal business days each year.</li><li>8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.</li><li>8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.</li></ul></li><li>Pension and Retirement plans. After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).</li><li>Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments.&nbsp;</li><li>Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.</li><li>Continuous growth and development opportunities.</li><li>Click here to learn more and access a summary of State of Oregon benefits.</li></ul>The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:<ul><li>Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030</li><li>Becoming an anti-racist organization</li><li>Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and</li><li>Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience in the research, development, design, construction, alteration, or repair of Oregon health and residential care facilities.ANDBachelor's degree in Architecture or three more years of pertinent architecture experience.Desired Attributes: The position requires skills necessary to manage various often unrelated tasks concurrently. The ability to demonstrate competence in application of rules and codes is essential. In addition, the ability to productively interact with diverse partners and facilitate the development of draft rule language is required.Experience in the research, development, design, construction, alteration, or repair of Oregon health and residential care facilities; AND a bachelor’s degree in architecture or three or more years of pertinent design and construction industry experience.Working Conditions: Regular travel throughout the state to complete construction project inspections. At least 75% of the work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. There are times that work will need to be conducted onsite. On site work occurs in a standard office environment or at construction sites with no unusual physical demands or exposures.Directions to Apply:Please fill out the online application and submit a resume and cover letter telling us about yourself and how your personal (lived), educational, and/or professional experience qualifies you for this position.<ul><li>External Applicants: Click the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.</li><li>Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your employee Workday account. View this job aid for assistance.</li></ul>Resources:<ul><li>Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity.</li><li>Workday performs best in Google Chrome.</li><li>Check both your e-mail and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.</li><li>Oregon Health Authority (OHA)<ul><li>Oregon Health Authority Website</li><li>Mission, Vision and Core Values</li><li>Programs and Divisions</li></ul></li><li>Career Resources<ul><li>State of Oregon Career Resources Page</li><li>Get Your Application and Resume Noticed</li><li>Ace the Interview</li><li>Search for State of Oregon jobs</li><li>How to Set Job Alerts</li></ul></li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>Visa Sponsorships: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.&nbsp; OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.</li><li>Pay Scale: Upon receiving a salary offer, we will conduct a pay equity assessment using the information provided in your application to determine your salary placement upon hire. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please make certain your application materials are up-to-date and thorough. Include relevant details such as your work history, education, volunteer work, lived experiences, and any other pertinent information related to the position you are applying for. Please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage to learn more.</li><li>Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.</li><li>Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veterans’ preference points. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will receive a notice in your Workday inbox and will be required to provide your documents at that time. Veterans | Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs: 1-800-692-9666</li><li>This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.</li></ul>Questions?If you have questions or would like assistance, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Juan McGruder, HR Analyst, at <a href="mailto:juan.a.mcgruder@oha.oregon.gov" target="_blank">juan.a.mcgruder@oha.oregon.gov</a>.TTY users, please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll-free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity:The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.

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