Tobacco Program Consultant (Public Health Consultant - PN 20014426)

What You'll Do

The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness is looking to fill one dedicated Public Health Consultant to support its statewide Tobacco Use Prevention & Cessation Program (TUPCP). In this impactful role, you will collaborate with local health departments, statewide partners, and community stakeholders to reduce tobacco-related risks, advance health equity, and strengthen Ohio’s public health infrastructure. Duties include:

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to local health departments, partners, and stakeholders on tobacco prevention, protection, cessation, and counter-industry strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate program partnerships through site visits, communication, meetings, and workgroups; deliver presentations and training as needed.
• Assess tobacco-related data and community needs to inform program planning; gather information through interviews, reports, and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist in developing public health policies, regulations, and program interventions; represent the Tobacco Program on committees and coalitions.
• Support contract and grant activities by reviewing applications, monitoring vendors, evaluating budgets, and coordinating training for grantees.
• Create and contribute to communication materials, reports, summaries, and social media content; represent the program at statewide conferences.
  
  

Working Conditions: This position may require travel.

Position Qualifications

Option 1:

• 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups)
• Completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field
• Must be able to provide own transportation.
  
  

Or

Option 2

• 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups)
• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field
• Must be able to provide own transportation.
  
  

Or

Additional Qualifications

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

• Graduate or advanced degree in public health, health care, health administration
• Experience working to improve health outcomes in populations
• Experience in monitoring/administrating grants or contracts
• Experience providing technical assistance or consultations
• Experience facilitating or coordinating meetings and/or trainings
• Experience developing and presenting training or public speaking
• Experience in evaluating a public health program or initiative (e.g., tobacco control & prevention)
  
  

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Public Relations, Grant Administration, Program Management, Database Administration

Professional Skills: Consultation, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Analyzation, Strategic Thinking

Educational Transcript Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Agency Contact Name and Information

Steven G. will contact you if selected for interview.

Unposting Date

Apr 28, 2026, 10:59:00 PM

Work Location

Health Department Building

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

31.74

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

1199

Technical Skills

Database Administration, Grants Administration, Program Management, Public Relations

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Consultation, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking

Agency Overview

Tobacco Program Consultant

(Public Health Consultant)

About Us

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is comprised of programs which address prevention and improved health outcomes for Ohioans across the lifespan. BHIW includes programs that address chronic diseases, prevent and reduce injuries, promote access to health care, and reduce health disparities. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses.