Administrative Manager (Diabetes Prevention and Education) - Bisbee

Cochise County•Bisbee, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, oversees the planning, execution, and daily operations of diabetes prevention and education programs and grant requirements. The position is grant-funded through May 31, 2031; employment beyond that date may depend on continued grant funding. The position is subject to the Merit System Rules pursuant to Arizona law and requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening. The manager provides day-to-day programmatic and operational oversight for diabetes prevention, education, screening, referral, and self-management services. The role supervises assigned staff, coordinates evidence-based program delivery, manages workflows and operational processes, monitors performance and grant deliverables, and builds partnerships with healthcare providers, community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. The manager also coordinates outreach, referrals, data collection, evaluation, reporting, grant administration, budgets, purchasing, resources, and continuous quality improvement. Work is primarily performed in an office under general supervision, with visits to offsite outreach locations that may have unpredictable climatic conditions. The position requires driving throughout the county and may involve occasional early-morning, evening, or weekend activities. Essential functions include lifting, manual dexterity, and communication. Light work may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force; frequently lifting or carrying objects up to 10 pounds; walking or standing; or sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. Mental demands include memory for details and verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Social Services, Nursing (BSN), or a related field from a regionally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in public health, healthcare, social services, community health, program administration, or a related field, including experience coordinating or managing programs.
Possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage by County insurance.
Knowledge of public health program administration, planning, implementation, and quality improvement.
Knowledge of employee supervision, team coordination, and performance management principles.
Knowledge of community health, health education, chronic disease prevention, and social determinants of health.
Knowledge of grant-funded program requirements, reporting, budgeting, and procurement.
Knowledge of program evaluation, performance measurement, data quality, confidentiality, and privacy requirements.
Knowledge of healthcare, social service, and community resources within Cochise County.
Skill in coordinating and administering public health or community-based programs; supervising staff; coordinating projects, priorities, deadlines, and deliverables; developing workflows and procedures; maintaining partnerships; monitoring performance, budgets, expenditures, and resources; and preparing professional documentation.
Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, and monitor multiple components of a public health program; supervise staff; interpret and apply grant requirements, protocols, policies, and procedures; identify barriers and implement solutions; monitor deliverables, budgets, and timelines; communicate effectively and maintain accurate documentation; manage competing priorities; exercise sound judgment; work independently and provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team; and work effectively with people from varied backgrounds.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience demonstrating comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Nursing (MSN), Social Work (MSW), or a related health or human services field.
Public service and/or public health experience.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day programmatic and operational oversight of diabetes prevention, education, screening, referral, and self-management services under program and grant guidelines.
Supervise assigned program staff by establishing priorities, assigning work, monitoring performance, and supporting staff development.
Coordinate the implementation and ongoing delivery of evidence-based diabetes prevention and self-management programs.
Develop, implement, and monitor program workflows, procedures, schedules, and operational processes.
Monitor program activities, milestones, deliverables, and performance, and identify operational needs and improvement opportunities.
Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare providers, community organizations, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate outreach, referral networks, community activities, and access to healthcare and supportive resources.
Collaborate with program staff and the epidemiologist on data collection, program evaluation, quality improvement, and required reporting.
Coordinate grant requirements, program documentation, budget monitoring, purchasing, and other administrative activities with department leadership and County staff.
Oversee program resources, materials, supplies, and other operational needs.
Support program sustainability, continuous quality improvement, and future program development.
Prepare reports, correspondence, presentations, and other program documentation.
Drive throughout the county and attend outreach activities as needed.