Public Health Program Specialist

2 weeks ago


Jefferson City, United States WiredPeople, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Overview:

WiredPeople invites applicants to join our growing team as a Public Health Program Specialist. This is a second-level professional position responsible for planning, promoting, implementing, or evaluating a public health program, service, or grant; or implementing environmentally influenced public health laws and regulations. 

At this level, employees provide assistance and guidance to partners, contractors, and agencies involved in program implementation; and perform day-to-day program activities including conducting inspections and surveys, assisting in budget development, and participating in or leading public health events. Remote allowed Jefferson City and vicinity preferred for in-person work with considerations for remote work after established with the program.

Responsibilities:

  • This is a highly responsible position requiring the contracted employee to work with a broad range of partners and stakeholders with varying levels of knowledge and expertise. 
  • The contracted employee must have strong communication skills.
  • The contracted employee must also be willing to work as a team with staff and other program managers. 
  • Proficiency in commonly used office computer programs is also required.
  • The contracted employee should have experience developing training materials, including PowerPoints, handouts, and quizzes.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of individual and community health problems related to public health programs.
  • Ability to work with considerable independence performing a wide range of duties to support the program.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills:
  • The contracted employee must be able to accomplish program goals.
  • The contracted employee will work with Statewide CHW Advisory Committee.
  • Seek growth and development opportunities and decide on special projects to pursue. 
  • Research, draft and submit grant deliverables and their associated measures.
  • Assure timely preparation of federal reports, program updates, contracts and/or amendments to procure program services.
  • Monitor contracts to assure deliverables are met.
  • Background knowledge of chronic disease and recommended preventative care preferred.
  • Experience working with community partners and coalitions preferred.
  • Experience developing and strengthening internal and external partnerships.
​​​​​​​WiredPeople provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, WiredPeople complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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