Healthcare Program Consultant ; District Office EP

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We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well‑being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long‑term career.
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

This position is located at District 1-1, Northwest Georgia Public Health in Rome, Georgia. This position is an unclassified, full‑time position working 40 hours per week. Please complete your online application with current and previous employment details and duties.

Under general supervision, provides Emergency Preparedness administrative, programmatic and technical assistance within regional healthcare coalitions. Supports planning and implementation of Emergency Preparedness activities. Evaluates program for compliance with state and/or federal guidelines. Manages healthcare coalition inventory assets.

• Assists healthcare coalition executive team with budget preparation and monitoring
• Assesses emergency preparedness needs of healthcare organizations
• Facilitates coalition meetings, manages supply inventory and submits purchase requests
• Coordinates and conducts emergency preparedness training and exercise activities among regional healthcare organizations
• Promotes communication and information sharing among healthcare agencies
• Reviews federal and state regulations and supports program objectives to ensure deliverable compliance
• Communicates program policies, procedures, and guidelines to internal and external partners
• Liaises with health departments, healthcare coalition members and community partners to provide education, resource assistance, planning guidance and problem resolution to improve emergency preparedness outcomes
• Analyzes potential for emergencies and documents findings to address preparedness gaps
• Researches emergency management issues and recommends preparedness best practices
• Performs other related emergency preparedness tasks as assigned by the district Emergency Preparedness Director
• Attends Emergency Preparedness district and statewide meetings, where some overnight travel may be required

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or seven (7) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Prgm Consultant 1 (HCP
090) or position equivalent.

Note:

Some positions may require licensure.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well‑being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the…