Equity & Policy Health Care Interpreter, Policy Strategist

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Provide statewide leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and program oversight for Oregon’s Health Care Interpreter Program .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7,537 - $11,098 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of health systems, health policy, and health administration while effectively leading initiatives to enhance equitable access to healthcare services. Proven ability to analyze and implement policies, manage multiple projects, and communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Health Policy DevelopmentProgram OversightEquity and Inclusion PrinciplesProject ManagementHealth Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisProgram EvaluationStrategic PlanningData Systems EnhancementAnalytical SkillsProfessional-Level Evaluative WorkKnowledge of Health AdministrationUnderstanding of Social Determinants of HealthExperience with Healthcare ServicesCompliance with State and Federal Requirements

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationLeadershipAdvisory SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWordExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Interpreter ProgramCulturally Responsive ServicesSystemic InequitiesDemographic TrendsCoordinated Care Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide statewide leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and program oversight for Oregon’s Health Care Interpreter Program
Lead initiatives strengthening program integrity and improving access to healthcare interpreting services
Enhance workforce and data systems
Support compliance with state and federal requirements
Serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership
Collaborate with healthcare providers, Coordinated Care Organizations, state and local partners, and community organizations
Develop policies, implement system improvements, and advance equitable access to culturally and linguistically responsive healthcare services throughout Oregon

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating capacity for the knowledge and skills, and five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work
OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience supporting the knowledge and skills for the classification
Extensive knowledge of health systems, health policy, health administration, and the continuum of healthcare services
Experience analyzing, developing, implementing, and evaluating health policies, programs, or initiatives
Experience applying equity and inclusion principles to policy, program, systems, or organizational change efforts
Understanding of social determinants of health, systemic inequities, and demographic trends
Ability to communicate complex information and policy issues to diverse partners
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Resume, cover letter, and supplemental questions required
Employment contingent upon criminal records check and driving records check, if applicable
Must be authorized to work in the United States; position does not provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare
11 holidays
3 personal days
Monthly sick leave
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
Remote or hybrid work options