Health Program Specialist

AR Department of Health; Hope (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks in Arkansas is seeking a Health Program Specialist to develop, coordinate and implement public health programs addressing communicable disease control, chronic disease prevention and health promotion. The role includes program evaluation, community outreach, and collaboration with diverse partners, with frequent in-state travel to Miller, Columbia, Ouachita or Union counties.

This position requires compliance with health regulations and field work in the Division of Health Protection

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or closely related field.
• Experience in public health, communicable disease investigation and case management preferred.
• Experience working with diverse and high-risk populations preferred.
• Proficiency with data systems and digital tools such as Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement public health programs addressing specific health issues across Arkansas.
• Conduct program evaluation and community outreach.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with public health regulations.
• Travel frequently within state for field work.

Skills

Public health experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Field work

Travel required

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or closely related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

The Health Program Specialist develops, coordinates, and implements public health programs addressing specific health issues across Arkansas, such as communicable disease control, chronic disease prevention, and health promotion. The role involves program evaluation, community outreach, stakeholder collaboration, and compliance with public health regulations. Based in the Division of Health Protection – Infectious Disease, the position requires frequent in-state travel and field work in Miller, Columbia, Ouachita, or Union counties.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or closely related field
• Experience working in public health, communicable disease investigation, and case management preferred
• Experience working with diverse and high-risk populations preferred
• Proficiency with data systems and digital tools such as Microsoft Excel and SharePoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license required