Public Health Program Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus four (4) years of experience in a field related to public health/human services programming, public health/human services planning, or public health/human services program management.
• Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Position Overview

This role involves coordinating preventive health services, promoting public health education, conducting outreach, and maintaining engagement within Austin’s Asian American Pacific Islander ( API ) community. The position will also collaborate with external community groups to address health equity barriers and enhance access to existing resources for the API community.

APH Information

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

Immunization Requirement

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED :

• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• All Austin Public Health worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any Austin Public Health worksite - including parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
• COVID -19 considerations: This position is not exclusively telework based during the COVID -19 pandemic and will require in-person work on a regular basis upon hire. We will provide a full suite of PPE when in-person contact is necessary.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
• A skills assessment may be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Travel:

• If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

If you are selected to interview:

• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

From: www.austintexas.app.box.com

Pay Range
$27.16 - $32.87
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, occasional nights and weekends
Job Close Date 06/27/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location AK Black, 928 Blackson Ave Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating social services in Asian American Pacific Islander ( API ) communities.

• Demonstrate knowledge of health equity and social determinants of health

• Demonstrate knowledge of the unique challenges and health disparities faced by the Asian American Pacific Islander ( API ) community

• Experience in coordinating language access services

• Knowledge of public health program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation

• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Plans goals, objectives, for assigned programs. Develops policies and procedures. Evaluates programs to determine compliance with Federal, State, Local, and departmental regulations. Develops and conducts orientation and training sessions for program staff. Assists in budget preparation. Promotes assigned programs through relevant media. Investigates client or community complaints. Handles personnel issues Performs other tasks as required.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the area of specialization.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of planning and program implementation.
• Knowledge of organization and administration of public health and/or human service programs.
• Knowledge of program monitoring and policy analysis.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing effective and constructive working relationships.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? The minimum qualifications are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, plus four (4) years of experience in a field related to public health/human services programming, public health/human services planning, or public health/human services program management. Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).

* Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department
• No, I cannot meet this requirement

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple work sites throughout the work day?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires occasional work availability in the evenings and weekends. Are you able to occasionally work non-traditional hours?
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe any relevant work or lived experience coordinating social services in Asian American Pacific Islander (API) Communities
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience or knowledge of public health program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
(Open Ended Question)
* What are the unique challenges and health disparities affecting Austin's Asian American Pacific Islander (API) community? How would you address these challenges and disparities as a Program Coordinator for Austin Public Health?
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you bilingual or multilingual in Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Indian, Burmese, or Nepali? If yes, what is your level of proficiency?
(Open Ended Question)
* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No
• I don't know

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below.
(Open Ended Question)


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