Statewide Injury Prevention Program Lead

Health; Alaska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Health seeks a public health professional to join the CDPHP as a Health Program Manager. You will lead statewide injury prevention efforts, apply data-driven, evidence-based approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to reduce injuries across Alaska.

You will mentor public health staff, develop and manage grants and budgets, and help align statewide programs with the department’s mission to keep Alaskans healthy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a health-related field from an accredited institution.
• Competency in program planning and community health improvement.
• Ability to coordinate with government, tribal, and community partners.
• Knowledge of public health concepts and injury prevention strategies.
• Experience leading diverse teams and managing programs.
• Strong ability to evaluate programs and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide injury prevention efforts and coordinate CDPHP activities.
• Apply data-driven, evidence-based approaches to reduce injuries across Alaska.
• Engage stakeholders, healthcare providers, and public health officials.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to public health staff.
• Write and manage grants and budgets supporting priority programs.

Skills

Program Planning

Community Outreach

Partnerships

Public Health

Leadership

Conflict Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Job description

The Alaska Department of Health seeks a public health professional to join the CDPHP as a Health Program Manager. You will lead statewide injury prevention efforts, apply data-driven, evidence-based approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to reduce injuries across Alaska.

You will mentor public health staff, develop and manage grants and budgets, and help align statewide programs with the department’s mission to keep Alaskans healthy.