Wic Program Administrator, (A246008-1), 213, Wic

Salary : $80,100.80 - $100,131.20 Annually
Location : Texas, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: A246008-1
Department: Health
Division: WIC
Opening Date: 10/12/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Revised: 12/21/2023
This position is grant funded. Therefore, it is solely dependent of availability of grant funds.
Responsible for overseeing the operations of the City of Laredo Health Department Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in order to promote and maintain the health and well-being of nutritionally at-risk pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants and children Will oversee the overall administration of budgetary, contractual, and personnel aspects of the WIC Program, and is also in charge of planning, organizing, and coordinating the WIC Program. Will ensure compliance with State and Local policies and standards in the provision of services to program participants. This position will serve as a liaison with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to ensure compliance and will interact with internal and external partners.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervise WIC Program, oversee the programs services, plan clinic's flow and staff requirements, supervise over 70 staff members.
• Plans, develops and coordinates services for the WIC program, implementing local, state and federal policies. ensuring all procedures and guidelines are met.
• Prepares, reviews and verifies all required reports are accurate and sent in a timely manner.
• Plans, develops, monitors, and administers the annual WIC budget.
• Works closely with the City of Laredo's accounting department. Ensures the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of the same.
• Coordinates WIC program with local health department programs, social programs, community groups, hospitals, and physicians. Communicates the needs and accomplishments of the program, investigates complaints and deficiencies pertaining to the WIC program.
• Plans, develops, coordinates, and provides monthly training sessions and in-services, coordinate activities.
• Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences at the local, regional
• state and national levels to keep abreast of new WIC changes and/or regulations.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:

• Knowledge and skills of personnel management, performance appraisal and training.
• Knowledge of principles in data collection, analysis, and design of management
  information systems.
• Knowledge and skills in planning, program implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of principles in analyzing and collecting data.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of management, administration, and budgeting.
• Knowledge in organization of health education and health promotion.
• Knowledge in applying principles in nutrition, basic sciences to community health and social welfare.
• Knowledge of educational or instructional methods used to train staff.
• Knowledge in nutrition, breastfeeding, health promotion, technology and quality management.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain a position of leadership.
• Ability to plan, assign and/or supervise the work of others, to counsel and train others.
• Ability to interpret and implement regulations, procedures, and policies and proper protocols of local, state, and federal Health Departments.
• Ability to process a variety of information, interpret financial data, evaluate costs and benefits.
• Ability to develop, implement and achieve program goals and objectives within the allocated funding sources.
• Ability to interface effectively with community-based organizations and health care providers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal and professional relationships with public and private agencies, health officials and clients.
• Ability to plan nutrition, breastfeeding, wellness and technology trainings. Provides updates on state and local policies.
• Ability to understand all aspects of the job in order to explain program information to community members and internal and external partners.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never

• Street environment (near moving traffic)

Seldom

• Outdoor environment
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Vehicles

Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases

Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never:

• International travel

Sometimes:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel

Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Public Health, Nutrition, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least five (5) years of experience in WIC experience or experience in a public health program, which includes three (3) years of supervisory and/or management experience.

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A)
Proof of TB Test/Screening will be required to be presented prior to employment.
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certification

• None

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480, two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health*
• Dental plan*
• Life insurance*

*30 day waiting period
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
01
Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

• I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
• I am a part-time City of Laredo
• I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

02
What is your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD from an accredited college or university
• Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
• Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

03
If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major/minor:
04
How many years of experience in WIC, or public health programs do you have?

• Less than five (5) years of experience
• At least five years or more of experience
• I do not have any related experience.

05
Do you have at least three (3) years of supervisory and/or management experience?

• Yes
• No

06
From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed related experience with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.)
07
Are you aware and understand that if selected for this position, you will be required to presen proof of TB Test/Screening?

• Yes, I am aware and understand
• No, I am not aware and do not understand. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.

08
Are you aware and understand that the position you are applying for is a grant funded position that is solely dependent on available funds?

• Yes
• No

09
I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

• I have read and understood the above information.
• I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.

Required Question