Public Health Specialist 1 (Coalition Coordinator)

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework schedules

Flexible hours

Excellent insurance and retirement

Gym discounts

Job summary

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn) is seeking a Public Health Specialist 1 to support chronic disease prevention efforts across Alaska. The role emphasizes coalition work, community partnerships, and data-informed reporting to improve health outcomes for Alaskans.

The position involves coordinating meetings, engaging partners, and documenting activities while collaborating with program managers.

Qualifications

• Competency-based minimum qualifications drive selection.
• Demonstrates professional behavior and accountability.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Experience coordinating coalitions and public health initiatives.
• Ability to work across diverse teams and partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quarterly and annual meetings for work groups and leadership.
• Recruit and engage new coalition members.
• Document coalition activities and prepare progress reports.
• Strengthen community partnerships to improve health outcomes.
• Support public health program management and reporting.

Skills

Professionalism

Partnership building

Problem solving

Oral & Written Communication

Project Management

Public Health

Research

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in public health or related field

Job description

Job Description

This Individual Position is Exempt from the Hiring Freeze.

Welcome to the Department of Health!

We’d be delighted to have you join our team.

This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.

Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What you will be doing

The Section of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (CDPHP) is looking for a collaborative professional who enjoys building connections and bringing people together to improve health outcomes and reduce chronic disease disparities across Alaska.Under the direction of chronic disease program managers, you will help develop and strengthen community partnerships through coalition work, creating opportunities for partners to share ideas, work together, and support meaningful community health improvements. You will coordinate and facilitate quarterly and annual meetings for work groups, committees, and leadership; recruit and engage new coalition members; and help keep coalition partners connected through effective communication. You will also document coalition activities and membership and prepare reports that share the progress and accomplishments of this collaborative work.

Our organization, mission, and culture

The mission of the Division of Public Health is to protect and promote the health of Alaskans. As a member of our team, you will contribute every day to improving the health of Alaskans and their families.

The Division of Public Health exemplifies these values

Accountability –We are committed to the responsible use of human, financial, and environmental resources.

Respect –We provide services without discrimination or judgment.

Human Potential –We are committed to developing each Alaskan’s potential as a healthy individual and fostering strong, healthy communities.

Integrity –We are honest and ethical in all we do.

Scientific Excellence – We are committed to adding to and contributing to the body of scientific knowledge and using the best available knowledge and data to set public health policy.

The benefits of joining our team

We’re a fun, mission-driven team working to improve public health across Alaska, so your work directly helps people and communities live healthier lives. You’ll have opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career while collaborating with supportive, purpose-driven colleagues. We also value flexibility and work-life balance, helping you do meaningful work in a way that fits your life.

We also currently offer 12 annual paid holidays, personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served, hybrid telework schedules, flexible hours, excellent insurance and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and even gym discounts at participating fitness providers in multiple locations throughout the State. Check out the "Benefits" tab on this post to learn more.

The working environment you can expect

Your new office on the 7th floor of the Frontier Building in midtown Anchorage features sweeping views from the Chugach Mountains to the Alaska Range, along with covered parking, a high level of building security, and convenient vending machines for drinks and snacks. Most staff currently work a hybrid schedule - splitting time between the office and home to maximize shared office space - so you can enjoy both in-person collaboration and the comfort of remote work.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below:

Professionalism

- Consistently displays the collection of competencies and skills expected of a professional. Professionalism is defined by its key behaviors including being accountable for actions and assigned projects; practicing efficient work habits to effectively manage time and workload; clearly communicating and expressing thoughts and ideas in writing and in person; possessing the ability to understand how non-verbal communication impacts the workplace; working effectively as part of a team to achieve productive outcomes; and consistently demonstrating, emotional intelligence, integrity, and ethical behavior.

Partnering

- Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

Problem Solving

- Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Public Health Specialist 1:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Competency-Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions

This job class uses competency-based minimum qualifications.

Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Competency Description

The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations rather than specific tasks and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency’s description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.

Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certificates, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Oral and Written Communication

Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Project Management

Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.

Public Health

Applies knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, methods, and tools associated with protecting and improving the health of people and their communities, including, promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and/or injury prevention, and/or detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases.

Research

Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.

Equivalent to those typically gained by

Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or experience in public health, health administration, nursing, epidemiology, health sciences, health education, community health, emergency medical services, psychology, the social sciences, the biological sciences, social work, biostatistics/statistics, education, or a closely related field.

Special Note

“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job