Community Health Assessment Coordinator

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Health Assessment Coordinator implements and facilitates Maricopa County’s Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), and the Maricopa Health Matters collective, which represents multisector community partners. The position exercises substantial discretion and independent judgment in designing and managing assessment and improvement planning processes, determining engagement strategies, interpreting and applying relevant public health guidance and planning standards, and recommending actions based on community health data and partner input. This work is done through active facilitation and collaboration of community and healthcare partners, data gathering and analysis, research, report writing, and presentation delivery for our public health department and healthcare partners. This position requires consistent collaboration with internal programs and community partners. A high level of responsiveness and accountability is expected through various forms of communication during the workday. The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S. Its mission is to increase the quality of life for residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing emerging and changing public health needs. MCDPH aims to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach, valuing staff's unique skills and diverse experiences to create a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

Requirements

One year of supporting and coordinating public health community engagement programs or similar large-scale community-based project management requiring data collection and analysis, creating protocols, and monitoring deliverables
Bachelor’s degree in public health, community health, or a closely related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire
Must have access to a vehicle to travel to and from weekly community meetings and events
Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of public health frameworks for community planning, social determinants of health, health for all, and community health needs assessments
Experience in community outreach and engagement with diverse populations
Experience in project management or grant management
Experience leading or supporting multi-team collaborations
Experience in program evaluation and research study design

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a community-driven Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), ensuring alignment with and documentation of MCDPH, PHAB, and MAPP 2.0 requirements
Design and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, meeting calendars, task trackers, and deliverables lists; schedule meetings, prepare agendas, facilitate routine meetings, capture notes, and action items; prepare draft status reports, presentations, summaries, dashboards, and briefing materials for manager review; promptly escalates issues requiring policy, funding, or leadership decision
Initiate and maintain frequent interaction with community interest groups, academia, community-based organizations, healthcare, and public/private agencies exercising independent judgment in determining outreach approaches to obtain their active support and participation in the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), in addition to other community health initiatives that address health for all, social determinants of health, and underserved populations
Support the Community Health Development team by planning, developing, implementing, leading, and evaluating the work of the Maricopa Health Matters (MHM) Collective through bi-annual MHM meetings, scheduling, communication, and strategic plan-aligned activities
Leads the development of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) through process coordination, presentation development, results sharing, and report writing
Collaborate Strategically with the communication team to develop training and informational materials to promote public understanding of MHM, the CHNA, and the CHIP to increase active participation and understanding; develop drafts, coordinate review, update materials, and manage dissemination and version control
Determine and implement evidence-informed outreach and data collection strategies in coordination with internal divisions and external partners, evaluate effectiveness, and adjust approaches to improve participation and data quality
Exercise independent judgment in managing data collection outreach logistics, including ordering, storing, and tracking supplies; training internal staff and external volunteers in data collection; and completing event registration, staffing, and follow-up
Support budget tracking and provide input on projected program needs, monitor spending against assigned line items, gather quotes, and track printing/translation/material costs

Benefits

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
economical and comprehensive healthcare options
robust retirement plans
tuition and loan payment programs
multiple paid leave options