Public Health Planner II

City of Austin

6d • $58,460 - $70,730 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, the Public Health Planner II performs planning tasks related to the implementation of public health and/or human service programs. The position reviews and approves or denies special event permits in conjunction with the Austin Center for Events, applying applicable city and state health and safety rules. Regular meeting attendance is required, and approved events receive a site visit to check compliance with the submitted plan.

The role researches alternatives for public health and human services, evaluates programs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and utilization, develops implementation procedures, and performs demographic, statistical, and epidemiological analyses. The position has no supervisory or leadership responsibilities.

The general schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Some after-hours and weekend work is required for temporary events and facilities with late or nontraditional operating hours. Rotational 24/7 emergency on-call response may be required. Hours may vary with operational needs. After the six-month probationary period, a flexible schedule may be accommodated based on division needs. Alternative schedules and remote work/telework options may be available; the City’s hybrid arrangement generally includes at least two days per week at the designated worksite, depending on the position.

The position is based at 1520 Rutherford Lane, Suite 205, Austin, Texas, and may involve travel among Austin Public Health facilities in the Greater Austin area. A valid Texas Class C driver’s license is required, and external new hires must meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation requirements. The role requires compliance with Austin Public Health’s immunization policy where applicable and is subject to a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in a related field such as Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration, or Planning, plus two years of health or social service planning or administrative experience; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree with major coursework related to Social Work, Public Administration, or Planning, plus four years of social service planning or administrative experience.
• Knowledge of the planning process.
• Knowledge of research, statistical analysis, and survey techniques.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license; external new hires must meet the City of Austin Driver Record Evaluation requirements.
• Some after-hours and weekend work for temporary events and late or nontraditional facility operating hours; rotational 24/7 emergency on-call response may be required.
• Compliance with Austin Public Health’s immunization policy where applicable.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Environmental health or retail food business knowledge or experience.
• Experience interpreting, reviewing, and/or writing policy.
• Experience managing employees to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Demonstrated in-person customer service experience.
• Demonstrated public speaking experience.
• Bilingual ability.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve or deny special event permits in conjunction with the Austin Center for Events using applicable city and state health and safety rules.
• Attend regular meetings related to special event permits.
• Conduct site visits after event approval to ensure compliance with the submitted plan.
• Research proposed alternatives for providing public health and/or human services.
• Evaluate ongoing or proposed programs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and program utilization.
• Develop procedures for implementing plans or programs.
• Perform demographic, statistical, and epidemiological analysis.
• Travel to multiple Austin Public Health facilities when necessary as part of regular job duties.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and possible other financial and professional development support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage for covered employees.
• Paid leave time.
• Competitive retirement plan, including the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Training opportunities.
• Wellness programs and mental health support.
• Generous leave and work-life balance programs.
• Access to public transit and bike-friendly transportation infrastructure.
• On-site fitness centers.

What This Job Offers

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