Public Health Program Administrator

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the Department of Health is seeking a Public Health Program Administrator for the WIC program. This role leads statewide outreach, education, marketing, and communication efforts to promote WIC services and public health goals.

You will work with contractors and community partners to develop strategies, monitor results, and strengthen outreach activities across Pennsylvania, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements and improving health outcomes.

Qualifications

• One year as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (commonwealth title); 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

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 apply today!

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (commonwealth title); 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.

This position is notsubject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Promotion Without Exam
  • Reassignment (Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualify for reassignment.)
    • Meritorious service is defined as the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and
    • the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
  • Transfer (Only current civil service employees who hold the same job title will qualify for transfer to another agency.)
    • Meritorious service is defined as the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and
    • the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
  • Voluntary Demotion
  • Reinstatement (Former civil service employees may only be reinstated to the job title from which they resigned. Current civil service employees are not eligible through reinstatement.)

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.

Promotion Without Examination (PWOE):

• Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
  • Disease Intervention Specialist
  • Public Health Program Associate 2
  • Public Health Educator 2
  • Drug and Alcohol Licensing Specialist, DDAP
  • Registry Specialist
  • Drug and Alcohol Program Analyst
  • WIC Program Representative
  • Program Analyst 2
  • Administrative Officer 2
  • Human Services Program Specialist
  • Human Services Analyst
  • Management Analyst 2
  • Human Services Licensing Representative
  • Business Analyst 2
  • Emergency Management Specialist
• Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
• The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
• Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
• Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower classes by the posting closing date with no break in service.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.