Health Administration Specialist - Grant Coordinator - Health Promotion and Education

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision and in collaboration with Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District (ATCPHD) employees, this position coordinates multiple community health grants focused on chronic disease, obesity, physical activity, and nutrition. The work includes community outreach, data collection, educating external partners, preparing and submitting reports to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and attending required calls, meetings, and conferences. This position does not exercise supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid current Texas driver's license, ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment, or a military waiver.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and conduct presentations for internal and external stakeholders and conduct public speaking engagements.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and internet-based systems such as Google Drive.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and assigned administrative and program equipment.
Ability to use data-entry techniques at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and perform accurate administrative, clerical, and management work with minimal supervision, using independent judgment and initiative.
Ability to participate in, develop, and maintain accurate record-keeping systems.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal and external contacts.
Ability to work as a team member in support of the Division's mission and treat team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Ability to follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
With or without accommodation, ability to meet the position's medium strength demand: lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with grants.
Some college coursework, preferably in education, public health, communications, fitness, or a related field.
Knowledge of public health district functions, processes, and requirements.
Knowledge of physical activity and nutrition principles and CDC-recommended guidelines.

Responsibilities

Conduct community-based outreach, build relationships, and serve as a grant liaison to city departments and outside organizations.
Assist in developing and delivering evidence-based educational materials and training to internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare, maintain, and submit work plans, evaluation plans, and other special reports to health department leadership and DSHS.
Under the direction of the Data Analyst, assemble, organize, and tabulate statistical data.
Prepare and maintain routine and special reports.
Conduct and attend in-person and virtual meetings and collect and maintain supporting documentation.
Give presentations about public health issues.
Assist with community-based assessments.
Attend monthly conference calls and annual in-person conferences as required by DSHS, and disseminate information to other divisions and leadership.
Participate in developing and submitting grant Request for Proposal documents.
Operate and care for administrative and program equipment, including computers, office systems, communications equipment, scales, and audio equipment.
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.