What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Program Representative position at City of Springfield (MO)?
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Health Program Representative within the Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Community Wellness. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, promoting, implementing, and evaluating public health programs and initiatives that support improved community health outcomes. Work includes partnership development, outreach, education, event coordination, data tracking, reporting, and providing technical assistance to community partners. The position may support initiatives related to chronic disease prevention, wellness promotion, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and improving access to community resources and support services.
- Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences, Public Administration, Social Services, Health Services, Behavioral Sciences or a related area;
- Two years of professional or technical experience in public health;
- A Master's Degree in a discipline indicated above may be substituted for one year of the required experience;
- Some assignments may require previous supervisory experience;
- Some assignments may require significant data management and analysis work experience;
- Experience needs to be commensurate with the current vacancy.
Licensing/Certification
- None required.
For more information on 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 : $45,906 - $78,894