CNHD Public Health Program Coordinator

Public Health Program Coordinator

Join the Central Nevada Health District and help shape healthier communities across our region. We're seeking a public health professional to coordinate and elevate a wide range of vital CNHD programs and services. In this key role, you'll develop and deliver impactful community health education tools, build strong partnerships with local agencies, and serve as a trusted resource for training, outreach, and public health information.

If you're a clear communicator, an engaging presenter, and a committed problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to bring your expertise to a team dedicated to creating a healthier, more connected Central Nevada.

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Public Health Program Coordinator serves under the direction of the CNHD Administrator and will have day-to-day responsibility for the coordination of all public health preparedness programs under their jurisdiction.

This class is responsible for coordinating and supporting a variety of public health programs and services administered by the Central Nevada Health District (CNHD). The incumbent develops and delivers community health education tools, conducts outreach, and serves as a primary resource for program-specific training and information. This role provides consultation to individuals and groups and maintains collaborative relationships with partner agencies.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Plan, organize and coordinate the operations of programs and services administered by the CNHD.
• Monitor program budgets and ensure proper administrative and financial controls.
• Maintain current and up-to-date knowledge of principles and practices of current public health policy, potential sources of funding, laws/regulations.
• Develop and implement community education tools and curricula in accordance with program-specific local, State, and Federal mandates.
• Participate in community health education programs and conferences.
• Plan and organize the department in-service education program for assigned program and/or services.
• Review local health education protocols for compliance with state mandated programs.
• Provide consultation and guidance related to CNHD programs and services to individuals and or community groups.
• Research and understand social, economic and equity issues impacting populations and program areas.
• Attend training conferences relevant to current public health problems, programs, and services.
• Establish and maintain liaisons between the CNHD and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups.
• Direct and implement community public health education tools and programs in accordance with department and State mandated requirements.
• Effectively apply training concepts and techniques for education of adults and children.
• Make oral presentations/training before groups.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in oral and written correspondence.
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations; develop appropriate responses.
• Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with medical, legal and County regulations.
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.
• Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, clients, visitors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in public health, health administration, or a closely related field AND at two (2) years of full-time experience in community health, emergency services, environmental health, public safety and administration or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Knowledge and

Skills:

• Department and Division policies and procedures.
• Federal, State, and District laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to public health preparedness health.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to public health preparedness.
• Public relations principles and techniques.
• Principles, methods, techniques, and materials of public health education programs and State mandated requirements.
• Functions, programs and services of both public and private agencies involved in health education activities.
• Public health statistical and survey methods.
• Budget and grant preparation and monitoring.
• Personnel and Public Administration.
• Office procedures, methods, and computer…