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Health Program Assistant

City of Springfield (MO)
Springfield, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
       
 


The Springfield-Greene County Health Department and the WIC (Women, Infant, and Children) division is seeking qualified and passionate applicants to make a difference in their community as a Health Program Assistant.
 
This position will initiate WIC certifications by implementing the State approved criteria and procedures to assess and document applicants' eligibility for the WIC program, and assure that WIC participants receive accurate and complete assessment as part of the certification process.

Bilingual capabilities in Spanish are strongly preferred.  Position will have a rotating schedule of shifts including: 7:00AM - 4:00PM; 8:00AM - 5:00PM; 9:00AM - 6:00PM; Monday - Friday.
 


 
Experience, Education, and Training
  • At least one year of experience in general office work;
PREFERRED
  • Experience with an emphasis on contact with the public;
  • Experience in customer service.


Licensing/Certification
  • Assignment requires incumbent to possess a valid Driver's License and must provide own vehicle for on the job transportation purposes. 

 For more information about essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
 
The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment.   Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.  We are committed to a drug-free workplace.  Pre-employment drug testing is required.


All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety.  The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.  Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Salary : $35,734 - $45,739

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