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About Us:
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant Public Health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.
The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is comprised of programs which address prevention and improved health outcomes for Ohioans across the lifespan. The BHIW/Chronic Disease section is seeking one (1) candidate to fill our vacant Public Health Consultant role. This position will act as a consultant for the Diabetes Program.
What You'll Do:
- Provides subject matter expertise in diabetes prevention and management.
- Implements assigned workplan strategies, interventions, and activities designed to reduce morbidity and mortality related to diabetes, address risk factors, reduce disparities in diabetes care, and improve health outcomes.
- Works with contractors and partners to increase access to affordable evidence-based services for the prevention and management of diabetes.
- Initiates contracts and provides technical assistance for contractors working on diabetes prevention and management strategies.
- Assists in preparing competitive and continuation applications to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Assists in preparing required CDC documents.
- Works with other program staff and evaluation contractor to assess and incorporate evaluation findings into program planning.
- Develops contractor request for proposal and announcement of availability of funding to interested providers.
- Monitors progress on contract deliverables.
- Reviews and approves contract invoices.
- Assists program manager in the development of policy, codes, regulations and legislation to protect the health of the public and to guide the practice of Public Health.
What's in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
- Graduate or advanced degree in Public Health, health care or health administration
- Coursework in Public Health field or healthcare
- Experience monitoring/ administering budgets and contracts
- Experience facilitating or coordinating meetings
- Experience building relationships with partners
- Experience preparing reports and grant applications
- Experience providing technical assistance or consultation regarding chronic disease
- Experience promoting healthcare provider education resources
- Experience with computer software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.
- Completion of graduate core coursework in Public Health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.
- 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a Public Health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups;
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- Completion of undergraduate core coursework in Public Health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.
- 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a Public Health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups;
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- Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills:Public Health
Technical Skills: Grants Administration, Program Management
Professional Skills: Consultation, Confidentiality, Collaboration, Presenting
