Public Health Program Coordinator (Austin Public Health)
About The Position
Under general direction or working independently, administer and coordinate activities of an assigned public health and/or human services program area. This position leads the coordination and administrative oversight of the Fast-Track Cities (FTC) initiative in support of the City’s HIV response goals. Key responsibilities include managing all FTC activities; organizing and facilitating chair and workgroup meetings; developing agendas and preparing related documentation; assisting with the creation of program goals, objectives, and work plans; implementing strategies to engage community members and stakeholders; contributing to the development of the HIV Stigma Advocacy Plan; and planning and hosting at least one annual FTC consortium meetings to advance program priorities.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the area of specialization.
- Knowledge of current principles and practices of planning and program implementation.
- Knowledge of organization and administration of public health and/or human service programs.
- Knowledge of program monitoring and policy analysis.
- Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.
- Skill in establishing effective and constructive working relationships.
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus four (4) years of experience in a field related to public health/human services programming, public health/human services planning, or public health/human services program management.
- Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
- Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Requires a Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License.
- External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite.
- To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated knowledge of HIV/AIDS, including familiarity with initiatives such as Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) and Fast-Track Cities (FTC).
- Experience engaging diverse communities through outreach, resident engagement, or similar community-focused activities.
- Proven ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and effectively facilitate meetings, workgroups, or cross-sector initiatives.
- Experience working with IAPAC, the HIV Planning Council, or other HIV/AIDS-focused advisory, planning, or community bodies.
- Strong skills in event and group facilitation, including planning, coordination, and execution.
- Experience in program evaluation, data interpretation, and preparation of clear, actionable reports.
Responsibilities
- Plans goals, objectives, for assigned programs.
- Develops policies and procedures.
- Evaluates programs to determine compliance with Federal, State, Local, and departmental regulations.
- Develops and conducts orientation and training sessions for program staff.
- Assists in budget preparation.
- Promotes assigned programs through relevant media.
- Investigates client or community complaints.
- Handles personnel issues
- Performs other tasks as required.
- May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision
- Paid leave time
- Highly competitive retirement plan
- Training opportunities
- Education assistance is available through our tuition reimbursement program
- Other financial and professional development support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
