Report to: San Bernardino County Regional Director
Salary: Hourly range of $26.44 - $28.85
Status: Full time, non-exempt
Introductory Period: 90-day Introductory Period
Benefits: Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision paid time off (PTO), 403B retirement

benefits

The mission of the Institute for Public Strategies (IPS) is to work alongside communities to build power,
challenge systems of inequity, protect health and improve quality of life.

IPS is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives,
experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Accommodations
will be made for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified and able to perform the functions of this
position.

The Institute for Public Strategies (IPS) is seeking a Program Manager for a program that focuses on preventing
substance use disorders and related harms using equity centric community-level strategies that focus on the social
determinants of health. This position requires a creative problem solver who can manage the details without losing sight
of the big picture. The candidate must work well as part of a diverse team with varying ideas and work styles. This
position is based out of San Bernardino and serves the communities of San Bernardino, Colton, Rialto, Bloomington,
Grand Terrace, Patton, Devore, and Muscoy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Supervise a team, including a full-time Community Organizer, a full-time Prevention Specialist and an intern

engaged in strategically integrated prevention activities, including research, data collection and analysis, high
school and college-age youth engagement, coalition building and community organizing and capacity building.

2. Collaborate with county agencies, service providers, community leaders, elected officials, law enforcement
partners and other key stakeholders to empower residents in developing and implementing equitable policies that
prevent substance use/misuse by advancing public health, safety, and social justice, especially in underserved
neighborhoods.

3. Draft media advisories, news releases, and opinion-editorials; collaborate with the San Bernardino Regional
Director to advance policy through the successful placement of these news stories and media events with local
reporters and also supervise the use of social media to support youth and community engagement.

4. Track, document and report on project deliverables at three monthly workgroups facilitated by the San Bernardino
County of Department of Behavioral Health and produce progress reports.

5. Plan and facilitate the activities of the monthly Policy Workgroup facilitated by the San Bernardino County of
Department of Behavioral Health and work with fellow regional prevention providers on strategies to advance
policies in their regions.

6. Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Experience in one or more of the following areas: population-level alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention

strategies, addressing the social determinants of health at a community level, public health, public policy, public
affairs, land use and planning, strategic planning. Former journalists with a history of writing community-based
public health and safety stories will also be considered for this position.

2. Capacity to frame policy as an effective strategy for addressing community problems and present information in
clear and direct ways

3. Experience organizing and facilitating meetings
4. Ability to establish culturally sensitive working relationships with diverse populations in underserved communities
5. Willing and able to work periodic weekends and/or evenings, as well as travel
6. Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail
7. Excellent computer skills and knowledge, including word processing, PowerPoint, desktop publishing software
8. Social Media Skills: Posting and analytics especially with youth-oriented formats

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bilingual capacity
2. Resident of San Bernardino, Colton, Rialto, Bloomington, Grand Terrace, Patton, Devore, or Muscoy.
3. Familiarity with the social determinants of heath
4. Ability to use Canva

This job description describes the general nature and level of work of this position. This is not a complete list
of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All IPS employees are required to perform duties outside of
their normal responsibilities.

Must have a driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, proof of insurance, and reside in San Bernardino County.

Position will require FBI background check/fingerprinting and drug testing. However, lived experience should not
deter anyone from applying.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to programmanager@publicstrategies.org in a single PDF.