Public Health Program DirectorPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4496941) ApplyPublic Health Program DirectorSalary$84,597.00 - $128,627.00 AnnuallyLocation Dauphin County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-82120-34640DepartmentDepartment of HealthDivisionHL Div Cmncble Dse Fl SrvsOpening Date05/09/2024Closing Date5/22/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code34640Position Number00005252UnionNon UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST10Bureau / Division Code00079731Bureau / DivisionDepartment of Health / Division of Communicable Diseases Field ServicesWorksite Address625 Forster StreetCityHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17120Contact NameLindsey PittenContact [email protected]
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THE POSITIONAre you an amazing leader with a passion for public health? Do you possess a vast knowledge of communicable diseases and prevention? This opportunity with the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) may be for you! This position, in the Bureau of Communicable Diseases (BCD), advances the organization’s work to reduce the incidence and prevalence of communicable diseases in the Commonwealth. We provide a wide range of prevention and intervention strategies that incorporate all aspects of government and community partnerships. If you are committed to public health and if you know that you can successfully thrive in this position, apply today and get started on this exciting and worthwhile career venture! DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis position directs the Division of Communicable Disease Field Services. Positions within the Division include Community Health Nurse Supervisors, Community Health Nurse, Disease Intervention Specialist Supervisors, Disease Intervention Specialists, and Disease Intervention Specialist Trainees. These field supervisors and staff are geographically located throughout the Commonwealth and conduct communicable disease investigation and intervention activities. These investigations and intervention activities primarily pertain to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and sexually transmitted diseases (STD), but may include Mpox, viral hepatitis, tuberculosis or other emerging diseases or outbreaks when necessary.Duties of this position include the planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating disease intervention services (field services) within the BCD. You directly supervise six field staff, and those six field staff directly supervise over 30 staff. You assign work to field staff supervisors and oversee their work to ensure their effectiveness, consistency, and compliance. You also ensure adherence to onboarding and annual requirements for field staff supervisors and field staff. In addition, you work closely and collaboratively with numerous public and private entities to strengthen the capacity of PADOH to mitigate the spread of infections and oversee the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for field service activities.Public Health Emergency Response – This position may be given an assignment to support the public health emergency response mission of the Department of Health. Emergency assignments could at times be received with little or no advance notice and may continue for any period of time – ranging from a few hours to several weeks, depending on the nature of the circumstance. The emergency assignments may at times be performed under adverse conditions and may require travel to another site other than the employee’s assigned headquarters for a period of time.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00005252) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Eight years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience;or
One year as a Public Health Program Manager;or
Two years as a Public Health Program Administrator; or
A bachelor's degree and four years of professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol or related experience; which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience;or
A bachelor's degree and four years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience;or
An associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing and six years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
A master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care;oradministration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education and three years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .
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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Manager for one or more years full-time?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Administrator for two or more years full-time?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess four or more years of full-time professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol, or related experience which includes two years of administrative, supervisory, or consultative experience?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts, or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess two or more years of full-time administrative, supervisory, or consultative experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts, or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
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Do you possess a conferred associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
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Do you possess a conferred master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PUBLIC HEALTH PLANS AND GOALS
Develop, implement, and evaluate data collection plans, strategic goals, and fiscal plans for public health programs.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience independently developing, implementing, AND evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals, and fiscal plans for public health programs.
B. I have experience as a member of a team developing, implementing, AND evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals, and fiscal plans for public health programs.
C. I have experience developing, implementing, OR evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals, and fiscal plans for public health programs.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program development or data analysis.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience developing, implementing, or evaluating plans or goals.
The type(s) of plans or programs.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CONSULTATION
Provide technical assistance to public health professional staff in various professional disciplines. Examples of topics include: developing requests for proposals, applications, and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; and performance measures and outcomes.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing public health professional staff with technical assistance in ALL of the following areas: developing requests for proposals, applications, and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; and performance measures and outcomes.
B. I have experience providing public health professional staff with technical assistance in 5-9 of the following areas: developing requests for proposals, applications, and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; or performance measures and outcomes.
C. I have experience providing public health professional staff with technical assistance in 1-4 of the following areas: developing requests for proposals, applications, and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; or performance measures and outcomes.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public administration or business management.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The area(s) in which you provided technical assistance.
To whom was this technical assistance provided.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – DEVELOP, EVALUATE, AND REVISE PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES
Develop, evaluate, and revise public health programs, policies, and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations, or the public.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim
A. I have experience DEVELOPING public health programs, policies, and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations, or the public.
B. I have experience EVALUATING AND REVISING public health programs, policies, and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations, or the public. I DID NOT develop public health programs, policies, and procedures.
C. I have experience DEVELOPING, EVALUATING, OR REVISING programs, policies, and procedures not related to public health for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations, or the public.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to policy development or research.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of programs, plans, policies, and procedures you developed, evaluated, or revised.
For whom were these programs, plans, policies, and procedures developed, evaluated, or revised.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – PREPARE AND APPROVE DOCUMENTS AND REPORTS
Prepare and approve documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes; and ensure that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies, and strategic direction.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience APPROVING documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes.
B. I have experience WRITING AND PREPARING documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes AND I have ensured that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies, and strategic direction. I have NOT approved documents and reports.
C. I have experience WRITING AND PREPARING documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes. I have NOT approved various documents or reports and I have NOT ensured that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies, and strategic direction.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report writing or business writing
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The types of documents or reports you wrote/prepared or approved.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – GRANT MANAGEMENTDevelop grant applications, workplans, and budgets for federal public health grants. Implement reporting requirements and ensure compliance with grant program goals and contract standards.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience DEVELOPING grant applications, workplans, and budgets for federal public health grants; IMPLEMENTING reporting requirements; AND ENSURING compliance with grant program goals and contract standards.
B. I have experience DEVELOPING grant applications, workplans, and budgets for federal public health grants.
C. I have experience IMPLEMENTING reporting requirements OR ENSURING compliance with grant program goals and contract standards.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to grant management and administration, grant writing, or proposal writing.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Details regarding your experience developing grant applications, workplans, and budgets.
Details regarding your experience implementing reporting requirements.
Details regarding your experience ensuring compliance with grant program goals and contract standards.
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