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November 2, 2023
Contact: Tara Chetock, 971-304-9917, 711 TTY,
tara.a.chetock@oha.oregon.gov
Oregon Health Policy Board is recruiting
Are you an individual not working in the health care field and interested in helping guide health policy for the Oregon Health Authority?
Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) are seeking qualified candidates to fill two vacant positions on the Oregon Health Policy Board (OHPB). The Governor is looking for individuals who are committed to eliminating inequities, improving health, improving health care and to lowering health care costs in Oregon.
About OHPB
The OHPB is a nine-member Board appointed by the Governor. It serves as the policy-making body for OHA and is responsible for improving the health care delivery system as well as improving the health of Oregonians by developing state public health goals, strategies, programs, and performance standards.
Time Commitment
OHPB meets the first Tuesday of each month from 8:30 am to noon. While all meetings offer hybrid participation (virtual and in-person), there are meetings that require in-person attendance. OHPB also hosts community meetings at locations throughout the state.
The average OHPB member spends approximately 15 hours each month attending meetings, reviewing materials and serving as a liaison to one of OHPB’s eleven committees. Please consider the time and responsibilities required of members before you apply – contact OHPB staff if you have any questions or concerns.
For OHPB information and materials from previous meetings, visit OHPB’s website. For resources and information on executive membership, including OHPB, visit the Governor’s Boards and Commissions webpage.
OHPB Member Position Requirements
Oregon law (ORS 413.007) and OHPB current membership require the two vacant positions to be filled by individuals who are:
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not employed in a health care (or related field) or receive household income from health care
AND / OR
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do not receive health care benefits from a publicly funded state health benefit plan (i.e., Public Employees Benefit Board or Oregon Education Benefit Board members / plan recipients).
In addition, while all non-health care / non-benefit applications will be considered, we are focused on applicants who are located outside of the Portland-metro area and have expertise and/or experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Equity, diversity, and inclusion (professional and lived expertise, ally or representative from underrepresented communities or experiencing health inequities)
- Community-Based Organization (CBO) Representative
- Oregon Health Plan Member or Consumer Advocate
- Small Business Owner
The term of office is four years. Upon nomination by the Governor, nominees must be confirmed by the state Senate.
Oregon law (ORS 413.007) requires that OHPB consists of individuals who:
- Have demonstrated leadership skills in their professional and civic lives.
- Represent, to the greatest extent possible, various geographic, ethnic, gender, racial and economic diversity of the state.
- Collectively offer expertise, knowledge and experience in consumer advocacy, management of a company that offers health insurance to its employees, public health, finance, organized labor, health care and operation of a small business.
- Are citizens of the United States and are residents of Oregon.
How to apply
If you are interested, please go to Workday OHPB application. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis by the Governor’s Office. We are asking interested people to submit their application immediately to be considered for the Senate confirmation hearing scheduled for February 2024. Applications for OHPB’s non-health care / non – benefit positions must be submitted by December 1, 2023 in Workday. Applicants who previously applied in the last 6 months will automatically be considered and do not need to reapply.
More information on the application process
Go to the Workday OHPB application link: HERE
You will be instructed to create a Workday profile using an email and password. Once created, sign-in and search for Oregon Health Policy Board and select apply. Detailed guidance on how to apply externally can be found: HERE
You will need to include your resume, a short personal biography, and answers to supplemental questions. Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application consists of:
- Contact Information
- Short Personal Bio
- Responses to Application Questions
- Demographic Information
- Uploaded Resume (PDF only)
- Background Check Questions*
- Voluntary Disclosures
- Additional Tasks (you will be prompted by Workday)
*Applicants are subject to a background check and additional vetting may apply for some board positions. Notifying us about something in your past does not necessarily mean that you cannot or will not be appointed; but it is important that you disclose this information in the beginning of the process. Please ensure your fiscal responsibilities are in order when applying. Non-compliant issues may delay or jeopardize your potential appointment.
**Stipend and/or travel reimbursement available for eligible members.**
Support Services
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters
- CART (live captions)
- Written materials in other languages
- Braille
- Large print
- Audio and other formats
If you need help or have questions, please contact Tara Chetock at 971-304-9917, 711 TTY, tara.a.chetock@oha.oregon.gov.
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