Worksite Modification Consultant (Program Analyst 2)

About the role

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers. This position is within the Workers' Compensation Division (WCD), which administers, regulates, and enforces laws and administrative rules governing the Oregon workers' compensation system.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Employer-at-Injury Program and the Preferred Worker Program
• Collaborate with other state agencies, government and community organizations, private businesses, and injured workers to plan program services, establish new programs, and maximize resources
• Develop program standards that others must follow to obtain program funding
• Work with others to gain agreement on acceptable operational procedures and use of resources
• Provide education and training to inform the public and agency staff about related laws, rules, and regulations, job modification options, and the availability of reemployment assistance through the Preferred Worker Program and the Employer-at-Injury Program

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years of experience coordinating or administering a program
• Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience coordinating or administering a program

Skills

• Experience in case management, mediation, negotiation, facilitation, or resolution of conflict
• Experience in ergonomics, kinetics, or biomechanics
• Knowledge of Oregon's workers' compensation system
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, including delivering presentations to small and large groups of people
• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment, decision-making skills, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and courteous while maintaining a high degree of objectivity, accessibility, and responsiveness to all involved parties of a technical issue
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits

Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
Colleagues who are passionate about public service
Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Pay

$5,458 - $8,352 per month

Schedule

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.