Medical Countermeasure Coordinator

Job Description - Medical Countermeasure Coordinator (07158) )

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Medical Countermeasure Coordinator (07158) - (  )

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at
www.state careers.mt.gov .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division.

The Public Health and Safety Division (PHSD) leads public health efforts in Montana and provides state-level coordination of key public health services to local and tribal public health agencies. The Division serves a diverse group of customers and stakeholders while working to promote healthy lifestyles and protect the health of Montanans. The PHSD is committed to serving all customers and stakeholders with excellence and is a nationally accredited state health department through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).

The miles stone accomplishment is official recognition that the PHSD meets or exceeds the rigorous national standards established by PHAB.

The Medical Countermeasure (MCM) Coordinator oversees Montana’s Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), CHEMPACK, and Cities Readiness Initiative programs and serves as the primary point of contact for CRI jurisdictions, leading the development, management, and evaluation of all related deliverables. This position coordinates statewide medical countermeasure planning, participates in regional stockpiling and readiness meetings, and provides education and training on CHEMPACK operations to partners across the state.

The MCM Coordinator works closely with PHEP staff and response partners to strengthen medical countermeasure readiness and may lead logistics functions during public health emergency responses, ensuring these capabilities are effectively integrated into Montana’s preparedness and response system.

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, coordination of people, engaging stakeholder, and quality improvement

Knowledge of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP).

Knowledge in disaster planning and Incident Command System (ICS) principles.

Excellent written and oral communication skills including public speaking.

Ability to facilitate groups and lead teams toward organization goals.

Ability to research and develop training and material and program content.

Ability and analyze and interpret data and provide solutions.

Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete the essential functions including work processing, database, e-mail, internet, and other computer programs.

Bachelor’s degree in public health, emergency management, public administration, homeland security, or related field

Two years of job-related experience in health data systems or health education.

1 year experience working in public health at a local or tribal level is preferred, but not required

Incident Command System (ICS) 100 or 200…