Public Health Program Coordinator

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

19h • $54,891 - $76,856

About The Position

The Pima County Health Department is seeking to fill a Public Health Program Coordinator position. The position will oversee Community Health Workers' (CHWs) activities related to enrollment assistance, health and social services referrals as well as supporting other program areas as needed. Duties and responsibilities can change as community, funder and/or department needs evolve. This position will report directly to the Chronic Disease Prevention Manager I in the Office of Non-Communicable Disease Prevention.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of experience coordinating, monitoring, and/or administering public health program activities or providing administrative support for a program or specialized work unit. (Relevant professional level experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• OR: Four years of experience with Pima County in Public Health Policy Analyst I, Public Health Educator I or II, Public Health Navigator, Public Health Program Specialist or related professional administrative or public health program classifications as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years experience developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with diverse community partners, coalitions, and stakeholders.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with outreach, education, and resource navigation efforts with multicultural or underserved populations.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisor experience overseeing a team of at least three staff members.
• Experience in Health Insurance Enrolment Assistance.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates program activities, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient execution
• Collaborates with program managers to develop and maintain project plans and work closely to meet program goals and objectives
• Tracks program progress, milestones, and deliverables, including grant contracts
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data related to program performance, outcomes, and impact
• Assists in developing data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments
• Supports community outreach efforts and participates in public health education and awareness activities
• Leads community engagement efforts, including outreach, needs assessments, and partnership development
• Assists in budget management, expense tracking, and procurement activities
• Identifies areas for program improvement and assists in implementing corrective actions
• May supervise support staff and execute performance plans and individual development plans

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees