Health Program Supervisor​/Expert

division of health advancement – family health

* classified as a safety sensitive position*

additional preferences: some in-state and out-of-state travel required. A valid driver’s license is required.

the mission of the department of health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all arkansans.

job series: health specialties

class code: phs
08p

pay grade: sgs
08

salary range: $63,086 - $93,367

the health program supervisor/expert is responsible for supervising the operations of one or more public health programs or program teams, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements, overseeing strategic direction, and serving as the agency’s primary expert in a designated public health domain.

the assignment of supervisory duties is determined by the hiring agency's operational needs. Non-supervisory roles will serve as senior technical experts. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate program staff including coordinators, specialists, and support personnel engaged in program development, delivery, or compliance monitoring. Serve as the subject matter expert (sme) for a specific public health domain such as chronic disease prevention, infectious disease control, environmental health, maternal and child health, or emergency preparedness.

Oversee the development, execution, and evaluation of multiple or complex public health programs, ensuring alignment with agency priorities, grant requirements, and best practices. Provide technical leadership in policy development, strategic planning, and procedural implementation for assigned program areas. Monitor and evaluate program outcomes using qualitative and quantitative data to ensure efficiency, impact, and equity. Oversee budget development, fiscal reporting, and resource allocation, ensuring efficient and compliant use of funds.

Guide the preparation of grant applications, legislative reports, and program audits, and present findings to leadership or public health boards.

advanced knowledge of public health program administration, grant and budget management, and regulatory compliance. Proficiency in analyzing and presenting health data, epidemiological trends, and policy impacts to inform program direction. Skilled in performance measurement and quality improvement for public health service delivery. Familiarity with state and federal laws, public health accreditation standards, and emerging health policy issues.

a bachelor’s degree in public health, health science, social work, education, public administration, or a closely related field, plus three (3) years of experience in public health, program coordination, or health education, plus one (1) year of supervisory experience.

n/a other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.

the state of arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.