Hybrid Public Health Program Director — EBHV Lead

TALENT Software Services; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Department of Health seeks a Public Health Program Director 1 in Nashville to lead EBHV services for Parents as Teachers. This full-time contract role supports statewide program implementation, quality improvement, and collaboration with the PAT National Center.

The position drives leadership, training, and policy alignment across TDH ECI, with travel across Tennessee and quarterly meetings. Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in maternal and/or child health and prevention-focused programs.
• Ability to lead and mentor professionals via consultation, training, or supervision.
• Experience coordinating with state health departments and national centers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide leadership, affiliate support, and model replication for PAT.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to local grantees.
• Develop contract language and conduct QA visits for TDH‑funded programs.
• Collaborate with TDH staff to align policies with statewide EBHV systems.
• Represent TDH in national/state advisory groups and manage stakeholder relations.

Skills

Program leadership

Consultation

Training delivery

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Tennessee Department of Health seeks a Public Health Program Director 1 in Nashville to lead EBHV services for Parents as Teachers. This full-time contract role supports statewide program implementation, quality improvement, and collaboration with the PAT National Center.

The position drives leadership, training, and policy alignment across TDH ECI, with travel across Tennessee and quarterly meetings. Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred for advancement.