Overview

The role of the Emergency Preparedness Public Health Specialist is to promote health and increase local capacity to effectively respond to public health emergency events in the Springfield District (parts of Windsor and Windham counties).

The person selected for this position will work with internal and external partners to create strong local emergency preparedness and response systems to protect and promote public health.

• Specific responsibilities include leading local healthcare entities and responders' ongoing skill development in emergency preparedness / response;
• working with local hospitals to plan exercises and improve systems for emergency response; working with groups and individuals to prepare for emergencies;

and supporting the development and sustainability of local volunteer response groups, especially the Upper Valley Medical Reserve Corps.

This position involves some evening and weekend meetings and occasional travel across the region to represent the office and share preparedness information.

The Springfield District Office is a cohesive and hardworking team that is community-minded and client-focused. We believe all Vermonters should have a fair and just opportunity to be healthy and live in healthy communities.

We are looking for someone who is a good listener, systems thinker, solution-oriented, and a clear communicator. We strive to offer a supportive, professionally challenging, and healthy workplace to our employees.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE :

The Division of Local Health's vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities.

To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values.

The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.

TELEWORK :

The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit.

We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work / life balance.

MISSION & VISION :

The Department of Health's mission is to protect and promote the best health of all Vermonters. Our vision is healthy Vermonters living in healthy communities. Our goals are :

• Effective and integrated public health programs.
• Communities with the capacity to respond to public health needs.
• Internal systems that provide consistent and responsive support.
• A competent and valued workforce that is supported in promoting and protecting the public's health.
• A public health system that is understood and valued by Vermonters.
• Health equity for all Vermonters.

CULTURE & VALUES :

The Department of Health's culture is one in which our success and our workplace culture are interdependent. Our culture is driven by a passion for the mission.

We are committed to these values :

• Creativity, innovation, and calculated risk-taking.
• Open and transparent leadership.
• Staff expertise, autonomy, and excellence.
• Professional growth through individual development plans, special projects, and opportunities to stretch.
• Wellness and work-life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Public Health Specialist II - Emergency Preparedness - Limited Service (Job Requisition #49232) , is open to all State employees and external applicants.

It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.

Please Note : This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Level I : Job Requisition #49291

Level II : Job Requisition #49232

Level III : Job Requisition #49292

If you would like more information about this position, please contact michael.russell@vermont.gov .

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS : Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.

02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and / or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in both a standard office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel.

Stress may be anticipated in dealing with emotional situations involving application of programs, especially in dealing with families and in the allocation of program resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social work, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and two (2) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and one (1) year or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

Master's degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields.

One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist I.

Preferred Qualifications

• Group facilitation, training, and communication skills.
• Project management skills, including attentiveness to detail and task follow-through.
• Ability to establish and maintain community and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to interpret state-level programmatic guidance into local level action that meets the needs of the local health office and community.
• Ability to implement population level public health interventions in a culturally competent way.
• Knowledge or ability to learn Incident Command Structure and its application in emergency situations.
• Skill at working with volunteers.
• Ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
• Problem solving through innovative thinking.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including :

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work / Life balance : 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement : A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

Last updated : 2024-04-24