Public Health Coordinator (Public Health Consultant - PN 20013846)

Highland County Joint Township•Ohio, IL

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About The Position

Are you ready to help communities stay strong, saft, and resilient? Step into a role where every day brings purpose. You'll guide local health agencies and hospitals as a trusted program consultant, turning data, strategy, and collaboration into real-world impact. From shaping preparedness guidelines and training teams, to evaluating innovative projects and navigating federal grants, you'll be at the center of planning for the unexpected. You'll use tools to spot emerging risks and strengthen response capabilities. You'll be responsible for building partnerships, coordinating resources, and when needed, support on-the-ground disaster recovery and public health response efforts. If you're energized by problem-solving, teamwork, and protecting communities before, during, and after emergencies, this role is your chance to make a difference where it truly counts.

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.

Nice To Haves

Graduate or advanced degree in social or behavior science, health or pre-medicine
Experience conducting surveys, evaluations or program reviews
Experience providing technical assistance or consultation
Experience writing instructional/educational, grant or guidance materials
Experience in presenting education/training programs or public speaking
Experience working with local health departments
Experience facilitating committees, meetings or focus groups
Experience or training in preparedness, planning, response, ICS/UCS, EOC operations, bioterrorism, or general public health response, or related field
Experience with computer software (e.g.,TEAMS, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and Procurement rules surrounding federal funding.

Responsibilities

Serve as a program consultant for local public health and healthcare preparedness projects.
Provide technical assistance to internal and external partners (e.g., local health departments, hospitals).
Monitor and evaluate funded projects and ensure alignment with federal grant strategies and benchmarks.
Develop and deliver educational materials and training related to preparedness performance measures.
Identify public health risks and determine preparedness needs using CDC guidelines and GIS tools.
Assist in developing program guidelines, procedural manuals, and compliance reports.
Coordinate and monitor federal and state grant applications, budgets, and contracts.
Facilitate partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to advance preparedness goals.
Participate in disaster recovery and public health response teams as needed.

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