Program Specialist I - Community Programs & Grants

County of Mendocino; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% coastal assignment premium

Job summary

The County of Mendocino is seeking a Program Specialist I to support Social Services and Public Health programs in Ukiah, CA. Under supervision, you will gather, analyze, and organize information, coordinate program activities, and manage routine administrative tasks such as data tracking and reporting.

This role requires an associate degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent mix of education and training. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged; valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a field related to the assigned program(s) and 1 year of relevant experience.
• OR a combination of related education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in monitoring program activities and coordinate follow-up actions; ensure confidentiality of sensitive information; review records to verify compliance with program requirements and standards; maintain ongoing communication and support with departments, agencies, and program participants.
• Assist in research and analysis and prepare recommendations regarding special projects.
• Organize and maintain records.
• Support the review of existing procedures and workflows within the assigned program area to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with planning, development, implementation, and maintaining a program; identify program needs; draft and monitor program goals; ensure proper allocation of resources; and assist with training sessions.
• Learn to evaluate and address program participants’ needs, requests, and concerns regarding program services.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Confidentiality

Public programs

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Job description

The County of Mendocino is seeking a Program Specialist I to support Social Services and Public Health programs in Ukiah, CA. Under supervision, you will gather, analyze, and organize information, coordinate program activities, and manage routine administrative tasks such as data tracking and reporting.

This role requires an associate degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent mix of education and training. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged; valid driver's license required.