Health Program Specialist

DGS Office of External Affairs; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health Program Specialist develops, coordinates, and implements public health programs to address specific health issues and populations across Arkansas. Based in Pine Bluff, this position supports community health improvement through evidence-based strategies, stakeholder engagement, and interagency collaboration.

Responsibilities include planning programs, evaluating effectiveness using health data, developing educational materials, and ensuring compliance with public health laws and grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in planning or implementing public health programs preferred.
• Strong understanding of public health principles and program development cycles.
• Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft Office programs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required for frequent in-state and regional travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement public health programs across Arkansas.
• Plan programs and evaluate effectiveness using health data.
• Develop educational materials and ensure compliance with public health laws and grant conditions.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Health Program Specialist develops, coordinates, and implements public health programs to address specific health issues and populations across Arkansas. Based in Pine Bluff, this position supports community health improvement through evidence-based strategies, stakeholder engagement, and interagency collaboration. Responsibilities include planning programs, evaluating effectiveness using health data, developing educational materials, and ensuring compliance with public health laws and grant conditions.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or closely related field
• Three (3) years of experience in planning or implementing public health programs preferred
• Strong understanding of public health principles and program development cycles
• Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft Office programs
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license required for frequent in-state and regional travel