Investigative Support Specialist - Public Health Program Coordinator

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Pima County Health Department as an Investigative Support Specialist and play a pivotal role in shaping data-driven public health action. This dynamic position is at the forefront of surveillance and prevention efforts, transforming complex investigative data into meaningful insights that inform strategies and improve community health outcomes. We’re looking for a sharp, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about using data to make a measurable impact. In this role, you will collect, analyze, and synthesize data from multiple sources while maintaining secure systems that ensure accuracy and confidentiality. You’ll respond to data requests, develop reports and visualizations for diverse audiences, and contribute to continuous data quality improvement. Additionally, you’ll support workflow enhancements and conduct focused reviews to identify emerging injury trends helping guide prevention initiatives and strengthen public health response across the community.

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 as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment 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 education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: 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 at the time of recruitment.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Pre-employment background checks.
• Post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with/knowledge of working in injury and violence prevention.
• Experience with/knowledge of using data visualization and tracking tools including dashboards, maps, charts, and tables.
• Experience with/knowledge of abstracting data from complex source documents (e.g., reports, records, scene documentation).
• Experience with identifying discrepancies and ensuring data quality.
• Experience with analytical data, including descriptive statistics and trend identification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates program activities, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient execution
• Collaborates with program managers to develop and maintain project plans and work closely to meet program goals and objectives
• Tracks program progress, milestones, and deliverables, including grant contracts
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data related to program performance, outcomes, and impact
• Assists in developing data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments
• Supports community outreach efforts and participates in public health education and awareness activities
• Leads community engagement efforts, including outreach, needs assessments, and partnership development
• Assists in budget management, expense tracking, and procurement activities
• Identifies areas for program improvement and assists in implementing corrective actions
• May supervise support staff and execute performance plans and individual development plans

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

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