Health Program Coordinator - Public Health Infrastructure and Community Initiatives

The Health Program Coordinator's mission is to coordinate and implement the Health Department's Public Health Community Institute, and oversee implementation of the department's Public Health Pathways Program with city department partners, outside agencies and organizations.

The City of Minneapolis Health Department is seeking an individual familiar with developing and implementing innovative programs for career development, with experience in project management, as well as relationship building and collaboration.

The Health Program Coordinator will assist in the implementation and management of the Public Health Pathways Program - PHPP, and the Public Health Community Institute - PHCI, as proposed by the Public Health Infrastructure Grant - PHIG. They will network and build relationships with community programs, universities, and schools to promote the programs, recruit participants and collaborate with department staff to develop opportunities and partnerships.

Work Location

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Typical duties of the job will include the following:

• Lead as the Health Department representative on the PHCI and PHPP at City, stakeholder, and community meetings.
• Lead educational trainings, workshops and technical assistance with government and private partners around the PHCI and PHPP outcomes.
• Present on the status of the Health Department's PHCI and PHPP to external and internal partners.
• Develop budgets for the Health Department's PHCI and PHPP and provide guidance on how to reach deliverables for the program with existing resources
• Manage all operational components of the Health Department's PHCI and PHPP from staffing, educational materials, incentive packages, record keeping of compliance other record keeping tools and ensuring timely required reporting.
• Implement, manage and evaluate the Public Health Infrastructure grant (PHIG), outcomes through acquired relationships, contracted services and budget management.
• Negotiate, write, and manage contract services and budgets.
• Monitor performance of contractors, including site visits to contractors, to ensure compliance with statistical, programmatic and financial reporting requirements.
• Provide technical assistance and training as needed.
• Act as advocate for the Health Department and City by driving policy initiatives in the appropriate forums and in relationships with community, other departments, agencies, and programs, both internal and external.
• Develop and collaborate with staff and internal working groups to facilitate training for interns, supervisors and external partners for PHIG pathways and PHCI.
• Ensure programs and initiatives of PHIG outcomes are aligned with the Health Department's Health Equity Framework and Strategic Plan.
• Represent the department in communities by providing technical and advisory support to facilitate health program planning at the community level, and with identified groups and organizations.
• Identify and secure grants and other funding for department use and take a lead role in the preparation of grant proposals for specific health initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations regarding program activities for grantors, management and elected officials including annual reports to the State and other organizations.
• Assist in developing and overseeing the process for requests for proposals relevant to area of expertise, including reviewing and analyzing vendor proposals and making recommendations for funding.

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Public Health , Psychology, Sociology, Biology, Social and Behavioral Health, Community Health, Environmental Health, Health Public Policy, Maternal and Child Health, Health Equity, Health Sciences, Social Work , or a closely related field

Minimum Experience
Five years of directly related experience.

Licenses/ Certifications
Depending on the assigned Health Department program, specific certifications may be required

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Professional Employees (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/professional-employees/

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

• Must have experience implementing new programs
• Must have technical experience in program area
• Must be detailed oriented and able to manage large sets of data
• Understanding of database management and creation also preferred
• Must have good interpersonal skills to oversee staff
• Must be able to create key performance indicators (KPIs) for the specific program
• Must be able to implement programming to meet KPIs
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects at the same time and organize work to meet deadlines and conflicting priorities.
• Ability to plan and manage projects with multiple players and diverse issues.
• Ability to understand policy implications of issues and make appropriate recommendations.
• Creatively solve problems involving sensitive situations and issues.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Preferred knowledge of contract and grant proposal preparation and management.
• Preferred knowledge of budget development and management.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.