Deputy Public Health Director (Administrator 2)

Initial Posting Date:

02/09/2026

Application Deadline:

02/16/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

10,569.00 - 16,363.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Deputy Public Health Director (Administrator 2)

Job Description:

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Deputy Public Health Director (Administrator 2)

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD) is recruiting to an experienced and visionary leader to serve as Deputy Public Health Director. As a key member of the executive leadership team, this position acts as second-in-command and trusted advisor to the State Public Health Director, with full authority to perform all statutory functions in their absence.

In this pivotal role, you will lead division-wide strategic planning, oversee statewide public health initiatives, and drive efforts to eliminate health inequities across Oregon. You will ensure that science and community needs guide program direction, foster strong partnerships with local and Tribal health authorities, and maintain constant awareness of emerging public health risks and opportunities.

This position manages the Policy and Partnerships Unit, shaping legislative strategy, administrative rulemaking, and statewide accountability systems that influence the future of Oregon’s public health system. If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for advancing health equity and improving population health outcomes, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact on the health of all Oregonians.

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule while making a meaningful impact on public health in Oregon! For details, please review Section 4: Working Conditions in the position description (linked below). To ensure strong collaboration and community engagement, candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance of Portland or Salem, Oregon.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

• Seven years of management experience

 OR

• Four years of management experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application and address specifically in your cover letter.

• Strategic Visionary: Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement long-range plans for public health systems, aligning resources with priority health needs, and brings proven experience within the Oregon public health system to effectively navigate its structure, partnerships, and statutory requirements.
• Executive Leadership: Skilled in representing the organization at the highest levels, including interactions with the Governor, Legislature, federal officials, and media.