Community Health Section Supervisor

State of Montana • Helena, MT

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as the Community Health Section Supervisor within the Family and Community Health Bureau. This position is responsible for program development, maintaining program operations, and staff supervision and support. The Community Health Section is home to many programs and projects supporting and enhancing the health of individuals and communities across the state. Programs include Adolescent Health, Oral Health, and the Montana Primary Care Office. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Early Childhood and Family Support Division. We are a workplace that values a work/life balance with a friendly, positive environment that cares for our employees. Our team is full of passion for the work that we do improving the lives of children and families across the state of Montana. Our leadership team is supportive and plugged in to employee engagement and activities. Helena is centrally located in Montana, surrounded by extensive hiking and biking trails, the mighty Missouri River, lakes, fishing and hunting, and a local ski hill. You will find live music, family friendly activities, farmers markets, and a welcoming community in our vibrant Montana town.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health program administration, research methodology and disease prevention and control.
• Knowledge of state and federal funding requirements, and grant, contract and budget management.
• Knowledge of public health program planning, development, and evaluation.
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, behavioral/social sciences, or a closely related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience that includes program planning and administration.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Master’s degree in public health or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program development
• Maintaining program operations
• Staff supervision and support

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior