Public Health Programs Lead & Strategist

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Equal employment opportunities

Job summary

State of Arkansas seeks a Health Program Coordinator to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs under the Arkansas Department of Health. You will provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to Health Program Specialists and staff to align with state goals and regulatory standards.

The role requires a public health degree with experience in program coordination, strong data reporting skills, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field plus two years of public health, program coordination, or health education experience.
• Experience in coordinating public health programs and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of public health regulations, reporting requirements, and grant management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and monitoring of public health programs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to program staff.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform improvements.
• Develop program plans, budgets, timelines, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with local health units, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and partners.

Skills

Public health

Program planning

Evaluation methods

Data reporting

MS Office

Data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health

Tools

Grant management software

Data tracking tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

State of Arkansas seeks a Health Program Coordinator to oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs under the Arkansas Department of Health. You will provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to Health Program Specialists and staff to align with state goals and regulatory standards.

The role requires a public health degree with experience in program coordination, strong data reporting skills, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.