Tobacco Prevention and Control Coordinator
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Community Health Improvement Manager in the Maternal and Child Health department, the Tobacco Control Regional Coordinator implements Texas Tobacco Prevention and Control Program (TPCP) efforts within Public Health Region 11. The role works closely with and receives programmatic direction from TPCP Central Office, performing complex consultative and technical assistance work related to planning, developing, and implementing regional TPCP activities. The coordinator is responsible for federal grant deliverables and activities, including developing and monitoring work plans, performance reporting, drafting progress reports, and completing other deliverables assigned by TPCP Central Office. The position provides guidance and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders on tobacco prevention and control best practices; develops and maintains strategic partnerships; and supports community education, outreach, collaboration, training, and technical assistance. The coordinator maintains current knowledge of tobacco prevention and control subject matter and best practices, and develops work plans, performance measures, program reports, presentations, and other documents. The role operates under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The person filling this position must not use tobacco products, combustible or non-combustible, including e-cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery devices. The role is based in Harlingen, Texas, is not eligible for telework, and involves travel up to 50%.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a reliable personal vehicle for daily travel between service sites.
- Must not use tobacco products, including combustible or non-combustible products and e-cigarettes/electronic nicotine delivery devices.
- Knowledge of public health practices at the local, state, and national levels.
- Knowledge of program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of tobacco prevention and control best practices and evidence-based interventions.
- Knowledge of health promotion and chronic disease prevention, substance use and addiction, stakeholder engagement, and program coordination.
- Skill in working with internal and external stakeholder groups and building and maintaining partnerships.
- Ability to develop and deliver presentations to lay and professional groups; speak publicly; facilitate meetings; and communicate verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and general office equipment.
- Ability to create spreadsheets, prepare reports, and track and analyze program data.
- Ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team and with external groups, independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders based on shared priorities.
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- A degree relevant to public health, health education, or a closely related field is preferred.
- At least one year of experience in tobacco control, chronic disease, health education, public health, or another related field is preferred.
- Experience in public health is preferred.
- Experience with stakeholder or community engagement is preferred.
- Experience educating or training different groups or people is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and monitor work plans, report performance, draft progress reports, and complete federal grant deliverables and other activities assigned by TPCP Central Office.
- Align regional efforts with the TPCP Central Office state work plan and tobacco prevention and control best practices.
- Attend and participate in routine TPCP Central Office and TPCP Regional Coordinator meetings and trainings, and submit deliverables by established deadlines.
- Provide guidance and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders on tobacco prevention and control best practices.
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships to achieve mutual goals and advance TPCP efforts.
- Implement work plan activities in collaboration with TPCP Central Office through education and outreach, partnership engagement, training, and technical assistance for community stakeholders and partners.
- Maintain knowledge of tobacco prevention and control subject matter and best practices, including youth and young adults, secondhand smoke, smokefree policies, cessation, health systems, healthcare providers, and partnerships.
- Develop work plans, performance measures, program reports, presentations, and other documents in compliance with TPCP Central Office standards and agency policy.
- Ensure compliance with program and agency policies and procedures, state statutes, and rules.
- Attend work regularly and predictably, perform other duties as assigned, and participate in disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities when required.
Benefits
- Insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
