Public Health Programs Specialist - Data-Driven Impact

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Health Program Specialist to develop, coordinate, implement, and monitor public health programs across the state. The role supports community health improvements through evidence-based strategies, stakeholder engagement, and interagency collaboration.

Responsibilities include program planning, data-driven evaluation, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, environmental health, and health promotion.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or a closely related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate public health programs to address key health concerns across Arkansas.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using health data, performance metrics, and community feedback.
• Develop educational materials, outreach tools, and technical guidance for partners and the public.
• Prepare reports, grant applications, and program summaries in accordance with requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, local health units, schools, nonprofits, and other agencies to coordinate service delivery.
• Maintain accurate, organized records of program activities, expenditures, outcomes, and evaluations.
• Conduct community outreach and represent the agency at events, health fairs, and meetings.
• Ensure activities comply with public health laws, grant conditions, and policy.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Health Program Specialist to develop, coordinate, implement, and monitor public health programs across the state. The role supports community health improvements through evidence-based strategies, stakeholder engagement, and interagency collaboration.

Responsibilities include program planning, data-driven evaluation, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, environmental health, and health promotion.