Program Coordinator - Remote in CA

Heluna Health; Richmond (CA); Remote; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving public health in California. As a Program Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in HIV prevention efforts, working closely with the HIV C-CORE team to implement innovative strategies for cluster detection and response. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on vulnerable populations by advancing health equity and promoting effective public health practices. If you're passionate about public health and eager to contribute to meaningful change, this full-time role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in public health required.
• Expertise in program planning and implementation.
• Experience with data-driven public health actions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide cluster detection and response activities.
• Develop programmatic materials and strategies for interventions.
• Collaborate with public health departments and stakeholders.

Skills

Public Health Program Planning

Data Analysis

Contact Tracing

Outbreak Response

Policy Development

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Public Health

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SUMMARY

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Office of AIDS (OA) is recruiting an outstanding candidate to serve as Program Coordinator for an important new HIV prevention activity. The Program Coordinator will work on the HIV C-CORE team to provide robust evaluation and development of HIV cluster detection and response activities in the State of California. Cluster detection and response is a strategy to use public health data to identify communities affected by rapid HIV transmission. CDPH and their partners then aim to address gaps in prevention and care at individual, network, and systems levels. This HIV C-CORE team works to develop best practices in cluster detection and response as well as methods to evaluate outcomes of this work. This team is responsible for coordinating, presenting and reporting cluster detection and response activities to local partners, stakeholders, and federal partners including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The Program Coordinator under the direction of the Outbreak and Field Investigation Unit Chief will monitor and coordinate statewide CDR activities, including reviewing cluster data, creating exposure events, and coordinating ongoing cluster response activities. The Program Coordinator works closely with the evaluation team, cluster intervention team, and leadership to develop and adapt CDR processes and promising practices.

The Program Coordinator also works collaboratively with managers and staff within the Office of AIDS (OA), the Sexually Transmitted Diseases Control Branch (STDCB) and external stakeholders to support outbreak response needs, contribute to reports, policies, procedures, and tools that contribute to CDR.

All CDPH employees perform work that is of the utmost importance, where each employee is important in supporting and promoting an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusivity, essential to the delivery of the department’s mission. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California. This position supports the CDPH mission and strategic plan by advancing health equity and strategic planning goals and objectives and to promote recognition and reduction of the burden of infection among California’s most vulnerable populations through changes in workplace culture and practice.

This is a temporary, grant-funded, full-time, benefitted position. This position is funded through July 2025 with the possibility to extend through 2029.

Must submit a cover letter and a resume with the application to be considered.

The salary range for this position is $74,556 to $96,000 annually.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work with the Cluster Coordinating Committee to identify clusters for intervention, coordinate and document intervention activities, and contribute to cluster reports.
• Develop programmatic materials including program plan and strategy, tools for cluster intervention and tracking.
• Conduct comprehensive security and privacy review of all CDR data and activities.
• Represent the HIV C-CORE team on calls with CDPH leadership, LHJs, and other stakeholders, including presenting to various stakeholders.
• Develop guidance on promising practices to share with other jurisdictions and adapt promising practices from other jurisdictions for pilot in California.
• Coordinate and interact with state and local public health departments, laboratories, and CDC.
• Travel to other jurisdictions, within and outside California, to provide technical assistance and consultation on CDR evaluation.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as directed by leadership.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Expertise in public health program planning and implementation.

Experience using data to initiate public health action.

Experience with contact tracing or partner services, outbreak response, or incident command. Experience in HIV or STI prevention is preferred.

Experience developing written policies and procedures describing complex programmatic activities.

Knowledge of and experience with public health data systems. Experience with eHARS, CalREDIE and / or CalConnect preferred.

Knowledge of current developments in public health.

Attention to detail.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Experience working with populations disproportionately impacted by HIV and sexually transmitted infections, preferred.

Ability to work as part of a team.

Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree, required.

At least five years of experience in public health, required.

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field, preferred.

Previous experience working in contact tracing, partner services, or outbreak response highly preferred.

Certificates / Licenses / Clearances

N / A

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Knowledge of and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, and Power Point.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand : Frequently

Walk : Frequently

Sit : Frequently

Handling / Fingering : Frequently

Reach Outward : Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder : Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend : Not Applicable

Lift / Carry : Occasionally - Up to 30 lbs

Push / Pull : Occasionally - Up to 30 lbs

See (Vision) : Constantly

Taste / Smell : Not Applicable

Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions

Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs / day)

Frequently = (2+ - 5 hrs / day)

Constantly = (5+ hrs / day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote within California

Must have functioning internet access at the remote location.

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.