HEALTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid state holidays

Maternity leave

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Health is seeking a Health Program Coordinator to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs. This role provides leadership and technical guidance to Health Program Specialists to advance state health goals.

You will coordinate with local health units, schools, providers, nonprofits, and other agencies to deliver community-based services, manage grants, and report on program performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or closely related field.
• Two years of public health, program coordination, or health education experience.
• Ability to work across multiple systems and manage initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and monitoring of assigned public health programs.
• Provide technical assistance and mentorship to staff.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop program plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Coordinate with partners to promote community-based services.
• Prepare grant reports and stakeholder updates.
• Lead trainings and public health campaigns.
• Monitor regulatory developments and adjust policies.

Skills

Public health

Program planning

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health

Tools

Tracking software

Job description

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Position Number: 22143361
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: September 28, 2026

This position will function as a Case Management Coordinator. The coordinator is responsible for providing transition coordination and case management support to ensure program goals, client needs, and operational requirements are met effectively and efficiently. The coordinator will help clients navigate their care during a transition from a facility back home into the community. The primary responsibility is to ensure a smooth and safe transition, coordinating care, addressing patient needs.

Prior supervisory or lead experience:

• Prior project management or case management experience
• Assessment and planning experience
• Proven ability to problem solve
• The ability to work in multiple systems
• The proven ability to comfortably take initiative and ownership of the cases to ensure a positive outcome

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Health Specialties

Class Code: PHS05P

Pay Grade: SGS07

Salary Range: $57,351 - $84,879

Job Summary

The Health Program Coordinator is the lead program specialist responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). This position provides programmatic leadership and technical guidance to Health Program Specialists and other staff while ensuring that all activities align with state public health goals, agency standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

Serve as the lead coordinator in the design, implementation, and monitoring of assigned public health programs. Guide and support program staff (including Health Program Specialists) by providing technical assistance, direction, and mentorship in program development and delivery. Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of program performance data, and use findings to make informed decisions and improvements. Develop comprehensive program plans, logic models, budgets, and timelines, ensuring compliance with grant and regulatory requirements. Coordinate with internal and external partners—including local health units, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and other agencies—to promote community-based services and collaborative efforts. Prepare and manage program documentation, including grant reports, operational plans, training materials, and stakeholder updates. Facilitate or lead trainings, workshops, advisory groups, and public health campaigns relevant to the program’s goals. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the program and recommend or implement policy adjustments as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong understanding of public health principles, program planning, evaluation methods, and evidence-based interventions. Knowledge of state and federal public health regulations, funding requirements, and data reporting protocols. Proficient in the use of data analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and other program-specific tracking software. Ability to interpret public health data and apply findings to programmatic decisions and communications.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or a closely related field, plus two (2) years of experience in public health, program coordination, or health education.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.