Public Health Program Specialist II
About The Position
The Public Health Program Specialist II supports the Pima County Health Department’s Public Health Emergency Preparedness team by coordinating operational logistics and administrative needs. The role helps keep equipment, materials, POD/MCM kits, workspaces, and training environments ready, and provides central administrative support to help the team’s preparedness work run smoothly and effectively. This is a grant-funded position ending June 30, 2027. The position assists with program coordination, project planning, progress monitoring, community outreach, data collection, and advanced administrative support. It also involves ongoing learning about public health practices, professional development, and sharing knowledge with less experienced team members.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, majoring in healthcare administration, public health, public or business administration, or a related field determined by the department head, and one year of experience providing administrative support in a public health or other health-related setting; relevant experience and/or education may be substituted.
- Alternatively, two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Health Program Specialist I or in a similar-level job classification working in a public health program or closely related role.
- Valid driver license at the time of application.
- Valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.
- Must meet the County’s driving-record review requirements to operate County vehicles and maintain required licenses and certifications.
- Must provide post-job-offer proof of required immunization(s) and/or TB screening.
- May be required to provide proof of vaccination or demonstrate the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date.
- Successful candidates must pass post-offer, pre-employment background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience recruiting, coordinating, training, and supporting volunteers or volunteer programs in a public, nonprofit, or emergency response setting.
- Experience developing community partnerships, conducting outreach, or supporting public health preparedness and resilience initiatives.
- Experience in public health, emergency management, healthcare, or human services with responsibilities related to community support or emergency response.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in public health, emergency management, social work, human services, public administration, nonprofit management, or a closely related field.
- Experience planning, delivering, or supporting public education or community preparedness activities.
Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating program activities, timelines, and resources.
- Collaborate with program coordinators or managers to develop and maintain project plans, objectives, and milestones.
- Monitor program progress, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions.
- Lead community outreach and engagement activities to gather input and assess community needs.
- Develop data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments.
- Oversee data collection and ensure data accuracy, quality, and completeness.
- Provide advanced administrative support, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and preparing materials.
- Stay informed about public health best practices and trends through learning and training opportunities.
- Pursue professional growth in the public health field.
- Share knowledge with and mentor less experienced team members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
