Public Health Grants & Programs Associate (Part-Time)

City of West Haven; West Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of West Haven is seeking a part-time, temporary Public Health Associate to assist the Health Department with budget analysis, reporting, and program development. You will contribute to mosquito larvicide management, radon testing, and lead exposure initiatives while supporting vaccination clinics and community outreach.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field, with MPH preferred. This position is office-based with fieldwork, located in West Haven, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, environmental health, or a related field required.
• MPH preferred.
• Experience in public health program management and budget analysis.
• Strong analytical and data reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Health with analysis and reporting of per capita grant budget.
• Manage residential radon testing program and public health initiatives.
• Pursue additional funding opportunities and help develop grant proposals.
• Collect and compile statistical data from multiple departments for reports.
• Contribute to programming on lead exposure, opioids, and community assessments.
• Support inspections, vaccination efforts, and public health activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data collection

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

MPH preferred

Job description

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Public Health Assistant- Part time

PART/TEMP West Haven, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1784

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

This is a grant funded position expected to run through October of 2027.

The hours for this position are not to exceed 19 hours per week.

The pay rate for this position is $20 per hour.

Job Title: Part time/ Temporary Public Health Associate

Department: Health Department

Position Type: Temporary- Part Time

Location: Health Department

Reports To: Director of Health

Position Overview:
The Temporary Public Health Associate will support the Director of Health in managing the State Department of Public Health (DPH) per capita grant budget analysis and reporting. This role is critical in ensuring the continuation of essential public health programs, with a focus on mosquito larvicide management, residential radon testing, and various public health initiatives. The associate will also be responsible for statistical reporting across different departments and assisting in the development of programming related to lead exposure, opioids, community assessments, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Budget Analysis and Reporting:
- Assist the Director of Health with the analysis and reporting of the DPH per capita grant budget.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to maintain funding for the mosquito larvicide program in addition to other identified programs.

2. Program Management:
- Manage the residential radon testing program, ensuring compliance with public health standards.
- Support public health principles and practices in various community programs.

3. Funding Opportunities:
- Pursue additional funding opportunities to enhance public health initiatives.
- Collaborate with team members to develop grant proposals and funding applications.

4. Statistical Reporting:
- Collect and compile statistical data from various departments, including Sanitarian Environmental, Social Work, Community Outreach, and Nursing.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive reports based on collected data.

5. Program Development:
- Assist in the development of programming focused on lead exposure, opioid-related issues, and community assessments.
- Contribute to the strategic planning process for the Health Department.

6. Inspections and Clinical Support:
- Conduct inspections related to food service, nuisance complaints, cosmetology, and lead poisoning.
- Assist with vaccination clinics and related public health initiatives.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health, or a related field (required).

MPH, R.S. preferred.

- Experience in public health program management and budget analysis.

- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data collection and reporting.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

- Knowledge of public health principles and practices.

The position will require a mix of office work and fieldwork, including site inspections and community engagement activities.

The City of West Haven is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer