Environmental Health Program Specialist (37140)
About The Position
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division in Helena. This position is in the Epidemiology and Scientific Support Bureau and is responsible for developing and coordinating environmental public health education and program activities for the Montana Toxicology and Environmental Public Health Section. The Program Specialist develops and administers statewide public health programs in response to state needs and federal grant solicitations. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Administering and implementing our childhood Choose Safe Places and Lead Poisoning Prevention programs; Developing and coordinating evidence-based health education and risk communication activities; Coordinating and assist managing health surveillance and data collection systems to track, analyze and evaluate programs and services; and Planning and coordinating program outreach, training, and support. Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Requirements
- Knowledge of public health practice and implementation including disease prevention and control.
- Skill in researching and developing public health interventions.
- Knowledge of program management.
- Bachelor’s degree in health science, health education, behavioral or social science, or a related degree.
- Two years of job-related experience in health programming or health education.
- Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in public health, environmental health or environmental sciences, or a closely related degree.
Responsibilities
- Administering and implementing our childhood Choose Safe Places and Lead Poisoning Prevention programs
- Developing and coordinating evidence-based health education and risk communication activities
- Coordinating and assist managing health surveillance and data collection systems to track, analyze and evaluate programs and services
- Planning and coordinating program outreach, training, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
