Public Health Program Specialist II - Home Visitor

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

6d•$22 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pima County Health Department is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to serve as Home Visitors (HV). In these roles, the HVs provide in-home education on various prenatal and early childhood development topics, which pertain to the Health Start program’s goals and objectives. In addition to being an educator, the HV is also a liaison to other resources and services within the community. These positions work under the direction of the Program Manager for the Health Start program. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of families in our community through client-centered work in the Public Health Department.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in healthcare administration, public health, public or business administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of experience providing administrative support in a public health or other health related setting. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR Two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Health Program Specialist I or other similar level job classification working in a public health program or other closely-related role as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Valid driver license is required at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
The County requires pre-employment background checks.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English and Spanish).
Minimum six (6) months experience working in Public Health.
Minimum one (1) year experience working in Maternal-Child Health.
Minimum six (6) months experience in home visitation.

Responsibilities

Assists in coordinating program activities, timelines, and resources to ensure smooth program execution.
Collaborates closely with program coordinators or managers to develop and maintain project plans, objectives, and milestones.
Monitors program progress, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions.
Leads community outreach efforts and engagement activities to gather input and assess community needs.
Develops and implements data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments.
Oversees data collection efforts and ensures data accuracy, quality, and completeness.
Provides advanced administrative support to program managers and coordinators, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and preparing materials.
Stays informed about public health best practices and trends through ongoing learning and training opportunities.
Seeks opportunities for professional growth within the public health field.
Shares knowledge and mentor less experienced team members.