Public Health Coordinator

Nature of Work Collects, analyzes and interprets public health data to support evidence based decision making within the community. Monitors health trends, evaluates program effectiveness and provides data driven recommendations for policies and interventions ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations. Environmental Factors: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment requiring the ability to lift and carry files, supplies, and general office equipment. Some travel to other City facilities with exposure to all traffic and weather conditions. Physical Factors: Light physical demands, frequent use of a personal computer. Work Situation Factors: Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. Full-time contract, exempt position. This position is graded CE23. Duties and Responsibilities Collects, manages, and analyzes public health data from various sources, including surveys, health records, and government databases to provide recommendations for improving public health initiatives based on analytical findings. Participates in the design of data-gathering instruments and tools to assess the validity of information gathered from these instruments and tools, presents data findings in a clear and actionable manner for municipal leaders, stakeholders and the public. Assesses the effectiveness of health programs, initiatives and interventions using date-driven metrics, supports the development of policies, programs and initiatives to improve public health outcomes. Serves as a liaison between the municipality and the community, to enhance data-sharing efforts, responds to concerns and proves information on programs and services. Prepares technical and narrative reports to summarize quantifiable public health data and project activities; contributes to the dissemination of findings through data visualization, translation of complex data into accessible formats for public documents and client reports, and presentation of analytical results to internal and external stakeholders. Maintains up-to-date dashboards and databases to track public health indicators. Establishes and maintains partnerships with community organizations, academic institutions, healthcare providers and government agencies to support public health initiatives. Organizes educational campaigns, workshops and events to promote health awareness. Collects, analyzes and reports on data to evaluate the value and potential of assigned programs and makes recommendations to management regarding the direction and impacts of programs to the community; identifies trends, risks and areas for intervention and develop targeted strategies to address public health disparities. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local and city reporting requirements. Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources; coordinates and manages various special and recurring projects, monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees in order to meet established goals and objectives; ensures adherence to established policies and procedures to remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; evaluates and analyzes functions, resources, processes and procedures to identify issues and recommend changes for improvement; interprets applicable rules and regulations to provide guidance in developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Public or Community Health, Family and Consumer Science, Public Administration AND four (4) years of experience in a field related to public health/human health services programming, public health/human health services planning or public health/human health services program management or research methodology or statistical analysis. Experience in a municipal or state agency may be preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. Licenses/Certification(s) Valid driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy; other professional or technical certifications may also be required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules, and regulations related to the operations and functions health and human services programs; current principles of record keeping and records management; principles and practices of effective research methods, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, data collection, reporting, trend analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence; correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies, and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position; program monitoring and policy analysis; human service administration including human service and community service planning concepts and human service programs, programmatic evaluation and support services in the functional areas to which assigned; methods and techniques of social research and program evaluation and ability to apply statistical concepts for evaluation of programs. Ability to: review and evaluate the effectiveness of human service programs and to provide guidance to management in preparing new and improved programs; perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; interpret and communicate complex data for non-technical audiences; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; research, collect, and analyze applicable data and maintain accurate and timely records; review documents and extract relevant information; maintain confidentiality of information and data; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; provide appropriate, fair, and impartial work product oversight and mentorship; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports containing findings and recommendations; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data, update records, and generate reports using various mediums and formats and utilizing a personal computer with basic and specialized software applications in performing daily functions; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives. Skills in: analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, policies, and methods; writing and editing material and preparing correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; developing, recommending, and following consistent and repeatable processes and procedures; demonstrating effective interpersonal communication skills; analyzing variables, researching and communicating policies, regulations, and technical procedures and information; reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; program, project, and time management; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence timely and with accuracy and effectively presenting subject matter to groups or individuals; researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; reviewing, evaluating, and verifying records, calculations, and documentation; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; statistical software (e.g. SAS, SPSS, STATA, etc.), data visualtization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, etc.); demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas. 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