Health Program Associate (35 Hour) (Hybrid

Position Overview

Health Program Associate for the Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section (PLIS) within the Health Care Quality & Safety Branch, State of Connecticut Department of Public Health. The role supports the implementation of interstate licensure compacts and related public health initiatives.

• Support DPH’s implementation of interstate licensure compacts (e.g., Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Nurse Licensure Compact, EMS Compact, Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, Physician Assistant Compact).
• Manage letters of qualification for physician compacts and assist technicians with complete compact applications.
• Promote and encourage enrollment in compacts, including outreach to rural facilities and out‑of‑state hiring opportunities.
• Review background checks, verify credentials, issue qualification letters, and ensure timely compliance with compact requirements.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert on compact rules and requirements for DPH staff and stakeholders.
• Attend national compact meetings and represent the agency when required.

• Strong understanding of public health agency objectives and preventive medicine strategies.
• Proficiency in research and evaluation design methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage complex technical programs.
• Analytical skills to evaluate data and inform program decisions.
• Leadership capabilities to train and guide staff.

• Seven (7) years of professional experience in a health organization.
• At least one (1) year of hands‑on experience in health care program administration, a health systems agency, or a similar health care organization in any of the following areas: grant writing or monitoring; formal program planning, development, management, or evaluation; program consultation; or public relations activities.
• For state employees: equivalent experience to a Health Program Assistant 2 level.

• Experience with occupational or other licensure and regulation.
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes or rules in a regulatory setting.
• Experience providing technical assistance and training to staff related to program implementation.
• Experience in public speaking and public relations.
• Experience representing the State of Connecticut or another entity as a member of an advisory body.

Incumbents may be required to travel.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.