Public Health Consultant

Ohio Department of Administrative Services•Columbus, OH

16h

About The Position

Provides statewide public health consultation and project management for maternal and infant health initiatives within the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. Manages program planning, data reporting, grant and contract oversight; and provides technical assistance to public health and clinical partners. Responsible for advancing strategic maternal and infant wellness (MIW) priorities, coordinating statewide stakeholders, supporting project development and implementation activities, and ensuring compliance with requirements.

Requirements

6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.
Or 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

Leads in planning, design, implementing and monitoring project interventions, supporting adoption of best practices across diverse settings.
Collects, analyzes, and reports data from projects and reports program outcome data to stakeholders; develops and implements program and process evaluations.
Develops and maintains systems to monitor, track, and report program information. Including use of DCY’s grants management system.
Develops appropriate program materials and tools to support implementation.
Manages projects by overseeing contracts, grants, and other agreements related to MIW strategies and statewide maternal and infant health initiatives.
Tracks expenditures of assigned projects and programs, and processes expense reports and invoices.
Works with funded partners to ensure deliverables, reporting requirements, and performance expectations are met.
Monitors compliance with data collection and reporting expectations.
Assists in evaluating program effectiveness and strengthens program planning through data-informed recommendations.
Maintains inventory of materials for training and implementation.
Ensures compliance with state and federal program and grant reporting requirements.
Strengthens relationships, coordination, and alignment among maternal and infant health stakeholders across the 10 Maternal and Infant Vitality Initiative (MIVI) communities.
Establishes and maintains relationships with key partners and participates in county-level stakeholder meetings (minimum two per county per year).
Serves as a consistent point of contact for questions, updates, and coordination between DCY and local partners
Shares timely updates, resources, and guidance from DCY, and gathers input, insights, and promising practices from communities to inform program decisions.
Identifies emerging trends, gaps, or needs related to maternal and infant health services and connects partners to relevant DCY programs, technical assistance, and resources.
Supports alignment across programs and partners by identifying areas of overlap, reducing duplication, and promoting coordinated strategies.
Facilitates or co-convenes cross-community conversations, peer-learning sessions, and collaborative discussions to strengthen shared approaches.
Ensures consistent implementation of statewide messaging and program priorities across MIVI communities.
Maintains organized documentation of engagement activities, including meeting notes, contact logs, and monthly activity summaries.
Monitors maternal and infant health indicators to identify needs, gaps, and opportunities for improvement across Ohio communities.
Provides health education, consultation, and subject-matter expertise to reinforce MIW health promotion priorities.
Assists in planning, assessing, and improving public health interventions, supporting adoption of best practices across diverse settings.
Offers technical assistance, including phone consultation, written guidance, and on-site support, to public health professionals, health systems, community partners, advocacy groups, and social service agencies on MIW program planning and implementation.
Contributes to the development and refinement of Bureau and section program plans, strategic priorities, and statewide initiatives.
Tracks measurable health objectives and maintains required records and reports.
Supports operational and administrative components of statewide maternal and infant health programs to reduce risks and improve outcomes.
Disseminates information about assigned projects and programs and data analysis (e.g., oral presentations, written reports, social media).
Serves as a liaison with entities within and outside DCY (ex. state agencies, local organizations).
Contributes to preparation of reports for federal funders and the State, including documenting how data are reported and how evaluation findings support continuous quality improvement.
Assists the program manager in preparing and/or prepares grant applications.
Reviews grant applications to determine appropriateness for funding. Schedules, coordinates, and/or chairs grant review processes. Recommends approval or disapproval of grant requests or contracts.
Researches and interprets data and information concerning maternal morbidity, maternal mortality, infant mortality, social determinants, and process/outcome evaluation (e.g., published papers, policies, procedures).
Conducts research and literature reviews to stay current on trends, policy changes, and developments in maternal and infant health.
Maintains and develops skills in health policy and health services research, including attending conferences, trainings, seminars, and webinars, and staying current with the literature.