Public Health Program Manager I

# Job Description Summary
Department - Health
# Job Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5373 - Public Health Program Manager I

Salary Grade: 14

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $65,457 - $78,540 Annually

Pay Range: $65,457 - $91,644 Annually

Range Explanation:

- Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
- Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION ENDING SEPTEMBER 2028.

Pima County Health Department is excited to announce recruitment for the Program Manager for Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention. Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, you will design and lead strategies by coordinating, amplifying, and expanding prevention strategies for a variety of chronic diseases and injuries. You will work with and manage a dedicated team of public health professionals to guide policy, systems, and environment strategies aimed at preventing chronic diseases and injuries across all communities in Pima County. You will inspire, lead, and hold accountable a team of coordinators and health educators to improve health outcomes across communities.

Essential Functions :

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

- Develops, implements, and manages public health programs and initiatives in alignment with department goals and public health priorities;
- Oversees execution of program activities and grant deliverables, including outreach, education, and service delivery;
- Ensures programs are carried out efficiently and effectively, adhering to timelines and budgets;
- Monitors program progress and makes adjustments as needed to achieve desired outcomes;
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets program data to assess impact and effectiveness;
- Uses data to inform program improvements, identify trends, and measure outcomes;
- Prepares and presents program reports to internal stakeholders and senior leadership;
- Builds and maintains relationships with community partners, local agencies, and stakeholders;
- Develops and manages program budgets, including grant budgets, ensuring efficient allocations of resources and expenditures;
- Supervises and mentors program staff, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration or related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND four years of related experience in the coordination and/or implementation of activities for public health programs, clinics and/or community-based initiatives.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

Three years of experience with Pima County as a Public Health Program Coordinator, or other related management or supervisor or coordinator level job classification.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

- Minimum two (2) years of experience planning, organizing, and evaluating policies that protect and improve the public's health and well-being.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience participating in organizational efforts to foster and sustain collaborative, cross-sectoral partnerships.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in engagement with diverse community partners.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in managing and supervising others.
- Experience with/knowledge of health equity principles and strategies.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience managing financial resources and grants.

Selection Procedure:  
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates :  Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.  Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.

Physical/Sensory Requirements:  Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently remains at stationary position. Occasionally moves about inside an office. Occasionally operates out in the community at events, meetings and developing partnerships. Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Action Activity - bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, squatting and stooping; Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, on radio, behind themselves, and alarms; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone, on a radio, and on a cell; Vision - may be required to operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors, have depth perception and peripheral vision.

Working Conditions : The Public Health Program Manager I operates within a professional office setting, conducting desk-based tasks and attends meetings. Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position; however, an alternative work schedule or telecommuting may be options based on the Division’s needs. This is determined by the senior leadership for the Division. This role may also participate in community events and meetings.

EEO Information :  Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.