Lead Public Health Programs Coordinator

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

Job summary

The State of Arkansas seeks a Health Program Coordinator to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs within the Division of Health Protection - Rural Health.

This role provides leadership and technical guidance to Health Program Specialists, aligning activities with state public health goals, agency standards, and applicable regulations. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or a closely related field plus two years of public health experience.
• Experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating public health programs preferred.
• Experience creating databases, reports, and presentations in Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and monitoring of assigned public health programs.
• Provide technical assistance and mentorship to staff in program development and delivery.
• Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of program performance data for informed decisions.
• Develop program plans, budgets, and timelines ensuring grant and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with local health units, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and agencies to promote community-based services and collaborations.
• Prepare and manage program documentation including grant reports and training materials.
• Facilitate trainings, advisory groups, and public health campaigns relevant to goals.

Skills

Public health

Program planning

Evaluation methods

Data reporting

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

The State of Arkansas seeks a Health Program Coordinator to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs within the Division of Health Protection - Rural Health.

This role provides leadership and technical guidance to Health Program Specialists, aligning activities with state public health goals, agency standards, and applicable regulations. Travel may be required.