Public Health Advisor

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Public Health Infrastructure Center, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Public Health Advisor coordinates public health program activities with Federal, State, local, international, and other partners to identify and address significant public health issues. The role researches and analyzes public health problems, program information, and other data to identify causes, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend improvements. It also plans, develops, implements, manages, and evaluates complex public health programs or projects, and provides advice on strategies, services, and program improvements. The advisor provides technical and administrative assistance, consultation, and training to public health partners and professionals to address program challenges and support effective program implementation.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
Experience assisting with planning, implementation, monitoring, or evaluation of public health programs or projects to identify needs, problems, and improvement opportunities.
Experience analyzing public health program information, data, research, or other sources to identify issues, assess performance, and support recommendations.
Experience providing technical assistance, guidance, or program support to public health partners on established programs, policies, or requirements.
Experience preparing and presenting public health program information, reports, training, or other materials for internal and external partners.
Knowledge of organizational, operational, and programmatic concepts and practices used by organizations engaged in public health or other health-related activities.
Knowledge of methods, processes, and techniques used to develop and deliver public health or health-related programs in State and local settings.
Knowledge of a specialized public health program.
Knowledge of and skill in applying administrative or analytical methods and techniques within a public health or related organization.
Oral and written communication skills, including gathering and conveying information, making presentations, and preparing reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Meet time-in-grade restrictions by the announcement closing date.
Pass a background security investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

Coordinate public health program activities with Federal, State, local, international, and other partners to identify and address significant public health issues.
Research and analyze public health problems, program information, and other data to identify causes, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
Plan, develop, implement, manage, and evaluate complex public health programs or projects.
Advise on public health program strategies, services, and improvements.
Provide technical and administrative assistance, consultation, and training to public health partners and professionals.