Portfolio Management Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 3)

About the role

The Oregon State Hospital is currently seeking a Portfolio Management Analyst to oversee cross-functional projects from initiation to successful completion, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, adherence to deadlines, and efficient utilization of resources. As the Portfolio Management Analyst, you will be responsible for managing all stages of the project lifecycle—including planning, execution, monitoring, risk management, change control, and closure—while facilitating effective collaboration and clear communication among vested parties. You will utilize established project management methodologies, tools, and techniques to ensure the delivery of efficient, well-coordinated, and high-quality results that enhance organizational performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Desired attributes

• Experience analyzing complex operational, policy, program, or organizational issues and developing clear recommendations.
• Experience leading or coordinating cross-functional projects, initiatives, or implementation efforts with organization-wide or multi-program impact.
• Skill in translating strategic, policy, or operational priorities into actionable plans, workflows, systems, or implementation approaches.
• Experience preparing executive-level written materials such as briefings, reports, dashboards, policy documents, recommendations, or presentations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make recommendations in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments.
• Experience facilitating meetings, workgroups, impacted partner engagement, or collaborative problem-solving across diverse audiences.

Application guidance

Submission Requirements

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

• Resume (Required) – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.
• Cover Letter (Required) – A cover letter is required and should describe how you meet both the minimum qualifications and the desired attributes listed above. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
• Workday Job History – Ensure your Workday Job History is complete and up to date with your current work history.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current.

The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

How to apply

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the "Apply" tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After you apply

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under "My Applications" prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional details

• This announcement is for one (1), full-time, permanent, management service (MMN), Operation and Policy Analyst 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact information

Recruiter: Aimee Buchholz
Email: aimee.d.buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov
Phone (text friendly): 503-509-5511

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

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