Public Health Leader: Statewide Children 1st Program

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (ERS)

13 paid holidays

Job summary

The State of Georgia seeks a Children 1st Program Manager within the Department of Public Health to lead the statewide Children 1st program, a developmental screening initiative and single entry for referrals to child health programs for ages birth to 5. You will oversee operations, budgets, and interagency collaboration to improve outcomes for Georgia’s children.

Ideal candidates have a public health background, strong management experience, and knowledge of grants, contracts, and program

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and ten (10) years of professional level experience or an equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job experience or training that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job.
• Experience with grants and contracts management, program evaluation, and quality improvement.
• Knowledge of developmental screening, early intervention, and referral systems for children birth to 5 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and management for all components of the Children 1st program.
• Oversees statewide program operations and implementation, including integration with other child health activities and fiscal management.
• Leads capacity building, including technical assistance for district staff and public education.
• Ensures regular communication with district coordinators and partners.
• Maintains coordination with related programs and adherence to state and federal guidelines.
• Leads projects for quality improvement and program evaluation, including data reporting and contract requirements.
• Supports grant applications and needs assessments as required.
• Collaborates across departments and with public health districts.

Skills

Professional experience

Program management

Grants & contracts

Quality improvement

Education

Public Health degree

Job description

The State of Georgia seeks a Children 1st Program Manager within the Department of Public Health to lead the statewide Children 1st program, a developmental screening initiative and single entry for referrals to child health programs for ages birth to 5. You will oversee operations, budgets, and interagency collaboration to improve outcomes for Georgia’s children.

Ideal candidates have a public health background, strong management experience, and knowledge of grants, contracts, and program