Public Health Program Manager I

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THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION ENDING SEPTEMBER 2028.

Pima County Health Department is excited to announce recruitment for the Program Manager for Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention. Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, you will design and lead strategies by coordinating, amplifying, and expanding prevention strategies for a variety of chronic diseases and injuries. You will work with and manage a dedicated team of public health professionals to guide policy, systems, and environment strategies aimed at preventing chronic diseases and injuries across all communities in Pima County. You will inspire, lead, and hold accountable a team of coordinators and health educators to improve health outcomes across communities.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience planning, organizing, and evaluating policies that protect and improve the public's health and well-being.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience participating in organizational efforts to foster and sustain collaborative, cross-sectoral partnerships.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in engagement with diverse community partners.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in managing and supervising others.
• Experience with/knowledge of health equity principles and strategies.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience managing financial resources and grants.

Licenses and Certificates:  Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening. 

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently remains at stationary position. Occasionally moves about inside an office. Occasionally operates out in the community at events, meetings and developing partnerships. Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Action Activity - bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, squatting and stooping; Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, on radio, behind themselves, and alarms; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone, on a radio, and on a cell; Vision - may be required to operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors, have depth perception and peripheral vision.

Working Conditions: The Public Health Program Manager I operates within a professional office setting, conducting desk-based tasks and attends meetings. Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position; however, an alternative work schedule or telecommuting may be options based on the Division’s needs. This is determined by the senior leadership for the Division. This role may also participate in community events and meetings.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.