Public Health Program Administrator

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework possible

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Health, Bureau of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) seeks a Public Health Program Administrator to lead statewide education, outreach, and communications to promote WIC services.

You will work with contractors and partners, manage grants, evaluate programs, and train staff. The role offers telework options and a full-time schedule in PA.

If you want to make a difference and grow professionally, apply now.

Qualifications

• One year as Public Health Program Associate 2 or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in health, human services, or related fields.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide outreach, education, marketing, and communication initiatives for WIC services.
• Develop strategies with contractors and partners; monitor results and strengthen outreach activities.
• Prepare grant proposals; oversee contracted projects; track deliverables and reports.
• Conduct needs assessments; analyze outreach results; recommend improvements for program goals.
• Review outreach plans, provide guidance; ensure compliance with federal/state requirements.
• Deliver training and create presentations; share information with staff and contractors.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

$69,086.00 - $104,959.00 Annually

*State-Wide, PA

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

CS-2026-62180-34621

Department of Health

HL Bur of WIC

11/06/2026

11/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

34621

00119283

Non-Union

A3

ST08

00079501

Bureau of WIC

To be determined

Jennifer Arndt

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians? The PA Department of Health's Bureau of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is seeking a motivated Public Health Program Administrator. This is the perfect opportunity to showcase your organizational, administrative, and communication skills. If you want to experience rewarding challenges and professional growth, then we encourage you to

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position leads statewide education, outreach, marketing, and communication efforts that support awareness of WIC services and public health goals. The role works closely with contractors, community partners, and program staff to develop strategies, monitor results, and strengthen outreach activities across Pennsylvania. As a Public Health Program Administrator, you will perform the following duties:

• Outreach Leadership: Develop and monitor statewide outreach, education, marketing, and communication initiatives that promote WIC services and resources
• Grant Management: Prepare grant proposals, oversee contracted projects, track deliverables, and complete required progress reports
• Program Evaluation: Conduct needs assessments, analyze outreach results, and recommend improvements that support program goals and health outcomes
• Contractor Support: Review outreach plans and materials, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
• Training And Communication: Deliver training, interpret data reports, create presentations, and share information with staff and contractors
• Partnership Coordination: Collaborate with community organizations, healthcare partners, and professional groups to strengthen awareness and access to WIC services

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Greensburg, or Reading. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.