Community Health Worker Program Coordinator - Health Department

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Community Health Worker Program Coordinator supports the expansion and implementation of the Pima County Health Department’s Community Health Worker Program. The coordinator organizes and supervises Community Health Workers (CHWs) delivering community-based services throughout Pima County, including rural areas. The position provides day-to-day supervision, training, coaching, and professional development to CHWs, and supports coordinated chronic disease prevention, health care navigation, and social support services. The coordinator works with internal Health Department teams and community partners to help build a sustainable, responsive community health workforce that advances health equity and improves outcomes for rural and underserved communities. The role coordinates program activities, timelines, and resources; collaborates with program managers on plans and objectives; tracks progress and grant deliverables; and collects and analyzes performance and outcome data. It also supports community outreach and education, leads engagement and partnership efforts, assists with budgeting and procurement, and helps identify and implement program improvements. The position may supervise support staff and develop performance and individual development plans. The job is classified as a Public Health Program Coordinator. The hiring range is $56,555–$67,870 annually, and the full pay range is $56,555–$79,164 annually. A valid driver license is required when applying, and a valid Arizona driver license is required at appointment. The successful candidate is subject to a 39-month motor vehicle record review and pre-employment background screening. Post-offer proof of immunization and/or TB screening is required; vaccination or the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date may also be required. The position works in a professional office setting and in the community at events and meetings. Regular daily attendance is an essential function. An alternative work schedule or telecommuting may be available depending on Division needs and senior leadership approval.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field determined by the department head, and two years of experience coordinating, monitoring, and/or administering public health program activities or providing administrative support for a program or specialized work unit. Relevant professional-level experience and/or accredited college or university education may be substituted.
Alternatively, four years of experience with Pima County in Public Health Policy Analyst I, Public Health Educator I or II, Public Health Navigator, Public Health Program Specialist, or related professional administrative or public health program classifications as determined by the department head.
Qualifying education and experience must be documented in the application’s Education and Work Experience sections.
Valid driver license at time of application.
Valid Arizona driver license at time of appointment.
Subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review and approval of driving record to operate county vehicles.
Successful candidate must complete pre-employment background screening, including verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
Post-offer proof of immunization(s) and/or TB screening is required.
May be required to provide proof of vaccination or ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date.
Regular, daily attendance is an essential function.
Physical and sensory activities include operating a computer and office equipment; observing details at close range; occasionally remaining stationary and moving within an office; frequently working in the community at events and meetings; bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping, and grasping; hearing in noisy areas and behind oneself; speaking in person, by phone, and by radio; and operating a motor vehicle, distinguishing colors, and using depth and peripheral vision.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience supervising, training, coaching, or providing professional development to Community Health Workers or other community-based health staff.
At least one year of experience coordinating community health programs focused on chronic disease prevention, health education, health care navigation, or social support services.
At least one year of experience developing and cultivating partnerships with community-based organizations, health care providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to address community health needs.
At least one year of experience working with rural communities.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Coordinate program activities, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient execution.
Collaborate with program managers to develop and maintain project plans and meet program goals and objectives.
Track program progress, milestones, and deliverables, including grant contracts.
Collect, organize, and analyze data related to program performance, outcomes, and impact.
Assist in developing data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments.
Support community outreach and participate in public health education and awareness activities.
Lead community engagement, including outreach, needs assessments, and partnership development.
Assist with budget management, expense tracking, and procurement activities.
Identify areas for program improvement and assist in implementing corrective actions.
Provide day-to-day supervision, training, coaching, and professional development to Community Health Workers.
Support coordinated chronic disease prevention, health care navigation, and social support services.
Collaborate with internal Health Department teams and community partners to support a sustainable community health workforce.
May supervise support staff and execute performance plans and individual development plans.