Public Health Program Manager II (Vacancy)

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Definition

The primary responsibility of this position is the recruiting, hiring, training, and supervision of Breastfeeding Peer Helpers and the coordination of the breastfeeding component of the WIC Program.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience: 

The breastfeeding coordinator must qualify as a certifying Health Professional (Registered, Licensed dietitian preferred), who has fulfilled one of the following criteria: International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC); currently eligible to sit for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLE) exam; or completed Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS), or other WIC approved training of at least 30 course hours. 

The applicant should also have experience in program management and a minimum of one year of experience in counseling breastfeeding participants.

Under general direction, is responsible for the management of a public health service and for the supervision of a team of employees within Columbus Public Health; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Promotes, establishes, or expands health care services or educational programming throughout the community;

Selects, trains, and supervises employees to include completing performance evaluations, approving leave, and handling employee problems and communication;

Investigates budget needs and prepares applications to funding agencies and assists in securing funding for programs and projects;

Collects and analyzes data relevant to health care services or educational programs;

Responds to health related questions and serves as a department representative on boards and committees in the community;

Evaluates program, assures compliance to standards and requirements, and recommends changes to services, materials, or operations;

Provides technical assistance; provides resources to or conducts educational programs for civic groups, health organizations, employee groups, and others;

Provides back-up support to program staff in serving clients;

Develops and implements procedures for a health care service or educational program;

Prepares reports detailing activities, facilities, and funding for a health program;

Responds to and provides leadership for public health emergencies and significant events;

May participate in continuous quality improvement and performance management initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in public health conducting or managing services, programs, or educational activities. Substitutions: Possession of a master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Some positions allocated to this classification may require State of Ohio certification or licensure due to the nature of or the funding requirements for the program.

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1740-V6

Employment Type: Full-Time (Limited)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Krystie Weist

Columbus Department of Public Health

240 Parsons Ave.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-5589

E: kaweist@columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short-term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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