Project/Program Manager II (Youth Well-Being Program Coordinator)

Mac's List•Seattle, WA

35d•$94,241 - $119,456•Hybrid

About The Position

Public Health-Seattle King County (PHSKC) is the metropolitan health department serving all of King County. The mission of PHSKC is to eliminate health inequities and maximize opportunities for every person to achieve optimal health. The Health Sciences division of Public Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of residents through innovative, evidence-based programs and services. This Program Coordinator (PPM II) position will support Public Health's Cannabis, Commercial Tobacco, and Vaping Prevention (CCTV) program and the (BSK) Community Well-Being Initiative (CWI) within Public Health's Health Sciences division. The Community Well-Being Initiative aims to build community capacity to address youth mental health using a youth-centered and community and equity driven approach. The CCTV program aims to reduce youth use of and harm and from cannabis and commercial tobacco topics, to assure opportunities for cessation, and to reduce exposure to secondhand smoke through community partnerships and community-informed programs. This Program Coordinator (PPM II) position will support Public Health's Cannabis, Commercial Tobacco, and Vaping Prevention (CCTV) program and the Best Starts for Kids (BSK) Community Well-Being Initiative (CWI) within Public Health's Health Sciences division. The Community Well-Being Initiative aims to build community capacity to address youth mental health using a youth-centered and community and equity driven approach. The CCTV program aims to reduce youth use of and harm and from cannabis and commercial tobacco topics, to assure opportunities for cessation, and to reduce exposure to secondhand smoke through community partnerships and community-informed programs. This position will report to the Strategic Advisor in the Community Well-Being Initiative team. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. To learn more, please visit Work Schedule This typical work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Remote and Onsite Work The 1-2 days a month team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is Chinook Building - 401 5th Ave. Seattle, WA 98104 and Tukwila - 645 Andover Parkway S., Suite 200, Tukwila WA 98188. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

Requirements

Solid understanding of equity and social justice principles and practices, and the effects of place-, race- and policy & systems-based inequities on marginalized communities and populations.
Two years of recent experience with fiscal contract management or monitoring and/or equivalent education and experience.?
Professional, personal and/or educational experience and interest within mental health, substance use prevention, public health and/or youth development or related fields.?
Experience negotiating terms of contracts or similar formal agreements, and/or equivalent education and experience.
Demonstrated professional level organizational skills, tracking multiple projects at once, and giving attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement systems for financial and/or information management?
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information effectively to diverse audiences.?
Demonstrated high-level professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to collaborate and build consensus across diverse partners and community members.
Ability to multi-task and work in stressful situations involving changing deadlines and expectations.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.?
Ability to develop formal written reports for professional and community audiences.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Sharepoint, Excel, Teams and Outlook email or demonstrated ability to learn new software systems and use them for information and document management?
Have the ability to travel around the county in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Bi/multilingual
Awareness and knowledge of resources in King County related to youth mental health, substance use, and/or emotional well-being

Responsibilities

Participate in planning and program development for the PHSKC's CCTV and BSK CWI strategies with the respective teams and leads.?
Execute contracts and contract amendments with the support of the program Leads.?
This may include developing templates and workflows, negotiating scopes of work, assisting to develop budgets, helping partners to provide needed documentation for contract execution (e.g., proof of insurance), and helping to ensure contracts are executed in a timely fashion.
Ensure that contract management is being conducted according to PHSKC and BSK guidelines.?
This can include processing invoices, gathering financial reports, and conducting site visits Assist in the creation, tracking, and improvement of a fiscal monitoring program for contractors, in cooperation with program Leads and the Health Sciences and Best Starts for Kids fiscal teams.
Assist in creation and maintenance of invoice review and approval processes, including checking invoices for accuracy and appropriate documentation, and approving for payment.?
Provide technical assistance to providers as needed to ensure they are submitting timely invoices and meeting their reporting requirements, including contractor meeting, trainings, and guidance.?
Support internal and external document organization and management via Microsoft Teams, Sharepoint, and other platforms as appropriate.?
Support partnerships with the other programs for young people in King County and work to coordinate efforts to maximize resources and results.
Assist the programs with developing and managing types of solicitations, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), to meet program goals.?
Support grants program monitoring and evaluation by working with program leads to track, analyze, and report fiscal and program indicators.?
Participate in and support the implementation of CCTV and BSK CWI provider learning circles and convenings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs