Human Services Coordinator 2 - Tobacco Retail Licensing Coordinator

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By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Annual Pay Range: $65,833.47 - $83,420.32

Hourly Pay Range: $31.650705 - $40.105921

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits

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Clackamas County's Public Health Division is seeking a Human Service Coordinator 2 to join the Environmental Health Program. This position will work in the Tobacco Retail Licensing Program to support enforcement of current tobacco laws, provide a mechanism to educate retailers about how to comply with tobacco regulations, and support Oregon’s communities in protecting kids from nicotine addiction. This position will also work part time with the Tobacco Prevention and Education Program (TPEP), housed in the Center for Population Health. This position requires exemplary communication skills, ability to collaborate with diverse and multi-disciplinary partners, and experience in population health, policy, and/or public health program coordination as it relates to tobacco or other drugs. Please visit our webpage for more information about the County’s TRL program https://www.clackamas.us/publichealth/trl.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Minimum of four (4) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• Experience in public health policy development/implementation and program coordination specific to tobacco and/or other drugs.
• Experience in conducting inspections or applying and enforcing pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
• Experience in public health programs, including policy assessment and evaluation.
• Experience collaborating with a range of diverse stakeholders, local and regional government agencies, and community-based organizations to develop policy, systems, or environmental change programs.
• Experience delivering presentations to public groups and decision makers.
• Experience creating public health messages to a variety of audiences.
• Experience incorporating the perspectives of diverse communities, including communities of color and those disproportionally impacted by tobacco, in the impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Bilingual fluency in English and any second language is a plus but not required. (Fluency means the ability to use a language easily and accurately, while bilingualism refers to the ability to use two languages with equal proficiency.)
• Previous experience in Tobacco Retail Licensing, Oregon Clean Indoor Act, and/or Tobacco Prevention and Education Program work.
• Experience working with Oregon Health Authority and regional public health departments in the Portland Metro Region.
• Proficiency with HealthSpace or other inspection software.
• Previous experience in a Public Health program, including work or internship experience in a local or state Public Health setting.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Program Coordination and Planning

• Coordinate and assist in planning activities for the County's Tobacco Retail Licensing and Tobacco Prevention and Education Programs.
• Develop and implement work plans and schedules to achieve program goals.
• Allocate staff, volunteers, and other resources effectively.

Program Monitoring and Evaluation

• Monitor program statistics and client satisfaction measurements.
• Analyze and solve technical, procedural, and resource-related issues.
• Assess community resources and client needs to improve service delivery.
• Recommend improvements to enhance program services.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Coordinate program activities with other human service programs, community, and government agencies.
• Develop professional contacts and attend meetings and trainings.
• Make referrals to other programs and agencies as necessary.

Budget and Grant Management

• Assist in preparing and updating budgets and grant proposals.
• Monitor program expenditures and ensure compliance with grant conditions.
• Process bills, statements, and vouchers, exercising cost controls.
• Maintain detailed financial records.

Outreach and Public Relations

• Conduct public relations and outreach activities, including creating promotional materials.
• Develop training materials and deliver public presentations or workshops.
• Provide program information to the public and recruit volunteers and donations.

Leadership and Staff Support

• Lead and support assigned program staff, administrative staff, and interns.
• Assist with resolving work-related issues and training employees.
• Assign and review work to ensure quality and effectiveness.

This position is included in the County’s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off).

Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position spends at least half-time conducting field work, driving to businesses throughout the county. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework for the non-field portion, subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The health of a community is a key indicator about its quality of life. At Clackamas County Public Health, we are committed to improving the quality of life in Clackamas County by offering services and engaging in activities that protect and promote the health of its residents.

Public Health's Mission

Promote and assist individuals, families & communities to be healthy, safe and thrive. By working with our communities, Public Health assures conditions that:

Prevent injury & disease

Promote health

Protect food, water & air

Prepare for emergencies

Public Health is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.

Learn more about Clackamas County Public Health

Public Health is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.
• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

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Application Process

Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Request Veterans' Preference

Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Jenn Johnson, Recruiter
JJohnson2@clackamas.us