Communication Analyst Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Initial Posting Date: 09/03/2026 Application Deadline: 09/10/2026 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $5,988 - $9,191 Position Type: Employee Position Title: RHTP Strategic Communications & Engagement Analyst Limited Duration (PAS2)

The purpose of the RHTP Communications & Engagement Analyst (PAS2 LD) position is to provide strategic communications, public affairs, and partner engagement support for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Working in collaboration and partnership with the Community and Engagement Lead, this position develops and implements comprehensive communication and engagement strategies; supports leadership communications on complex, sensitive, and high‑visibility issues; and builds and maintains relationships with key partners to advance program goals, legislative priorities, and rural health transformation initiatives. The position serves as a central coordination point for program communications and engagement activities, working across the Division, the Oregon Health Authority, and external partners to ensure information is accurate, consistent, accessible, and effectively communicated to communities, policymakers, and program partners. With visibility into and input on communications and engagement efforts, the Analyst supports the Community and Engagement Lead in planning and executing outreach initiatives, partner engagement activities, public-facing communications, and program deliverables. The position helps ensure coordinated messaging, meaningful partner collaboration, and successful implementation of the Rural Health Transformation Program.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, the Behavioral or Social Sciences or related degree and two years professional level experience in Public Relations or Affairs OR Five years experience directly related to the position under recruitment; two of the five years must have been at the professional level.

• Demonstrated skill in translating complex program, policy, and technical information into clear, concise presentations, summaries, reports, and public-facing communications appropriate for diverse audiences.


• Proven experience in managing multiple, competing priorities independently in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of work.


• Demonstrated ability in coordinating and advancing work across multiple divisions, agencies, and external partners without direct supervisory authority, including building productive relationships and maintaining effective communication.


• Strong background in exercising sound judgment on complex or sensitive issues, identifying matters requiring escalation, and clearly framing options, risks, implications, and recommendations for leadership consideration.


• Significant experience in supporting the implementation, coordination, or oversight of federally funded or legislatively directed programs, including compliance, reporting, deliverables, and changing program requirements.


• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing complex problems, evaluating relevant information, developing practical options, and supporting implementation of solutions in evolving program environments.


• Proven track record of developing and implementing communication and engagement strategies that support program objectives, respond to changing conditions, and foster meaningful collaboration with diverse communities, partners, policymakers, and leadership.


• Extensive knowledge of CMS regulations, federal guidance, and reporting expectations, with a solid foundation in Oregon’s health care system, rural health delivery models, and rural community partner networks.

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.


• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.


• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.


• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.


• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).


• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information. The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification. OHA does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti‑racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”