Health Program Coordinator

County of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

This is a continuous filing exam with quarterly cut-offs. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

3/15/24, 6/21/24, 8/12/24, 9/20/24, 12/20/24

Under direction, Health Program Coordinators perform administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health programs and services, including but not limited to staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, coordination of services, and related duties as assigned.

*Current recruitment includes, but is not limited to, the following position: Health Program Coordinator

Knowledge of

• Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and primary care programs
• Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned
• Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluation
• Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding
• Principles and techniques of supervision and management
• Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring
• Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area

Ability to

• Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff
• Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues
• Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives
• Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups
• Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Represent the department and/or the county
• Maintain accurate records and files

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for these classes as described above. Typical ways include:

Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in health care administration, a public health field, a health science, nursing or any nursing specialty, or in a related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; some positions may require a Master's degree.

AND

Two years of professional journey-level experience in a relevant health field, which has included coordination and/or supervision of program staff and operations.

Desired Qualification

Experience in a California Public Health Laboratory.

Special Requirements

1. Some positions in these classes involve responsibility for supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Registered Nurse.
2. The position designated according to State law as the Director of Public Health Nursing involves responsibility for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program, and the person appointed to that position must possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and must meet the current state requirements for a director of public health nursing (California Code of Regulations Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment).
3. The incumbent of the position designated as the Director of Public Health Education must hold a Masters degree with specialization in public or community health education and must meet any other state requirements for a director of health education (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment).
4. The position designated as the Coordinator of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program manages and supervises the assessment and counseling of high-risk clients, and the person appointed to that position is required to possess and maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian.
5. The position designated as the Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator requires possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment.

NOTE: Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules.

Background/Criminal History:

Persons appointed to positions in these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone [phone]; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at [e-mail] or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711.