Public Health Specialist City of Wauwatosa 3 reviews - Wauwatosa, WI $51,064 - $58,344 a year Position Overview The City of Wauwatosa is much more than an employer it's a community. The City of Wauwatosa is a progressive, full-service municipal organization. Be a part of a team that strives to find new and better ways to improve our residents' experiences. The Public Health Specialist coordinates the ongoing community assessment and community health improvement plan process; facilitates the Strategic and Quality Improvement Plans; maintains and expands community partnerships, implements and evaluates selected public health services and grant programs for a comprehensive approach to community-based health planning, programming, and preparedness; conducts health communication and education for the City of Wauwatosa Health Department (WHD). The starting pay for this position ranges from $51,064 to $58,344 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Further increases to the top of the range, $70,013 will be based on performance. Essential Functions The following are normal for the position but shall not be construed as exclusive or inclusive. Other related duties may be required and assigned. Facilitate, prepare and monitor the community health assessment and community health improvement process. Collect, analyze, and use quantitative and qualitative indicators and data to educate and mobilize the community, develop health priorities, garner resources, and plan actions to improve public health. Provide ongoing analysis of the community's health, program planning and program execution. Develop community outreach programs and activities to all community partners, conducts community educational programs, and coordinates public health programming with other departments throughout the City. Assist in the ongoing Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation efforts, including the Quality Improvement, Workforce Development and Strategic Plans as well as provide written narrative for the annual report and reaccreditation processes. Assist in planning, development and evaluation of grant-funded activities in accordance with grant guidelines. Identify new funding sources and assist in grant writing. Work as a team member with other public health staff on a variety of public health programs and activities. Inform, influence, and motivate individuals, groups, institutions, and public audiences about important health issues, including but not limited to, disease prevention, health promotion, health care policy, the business of public health, risk communication during public health emergencies, and enhancement of the quality of life and health of individuals within the community. Other duties include communicating programming status through prepared reports, written documents, oral presentations, and electronic means; preparing website health content, and social marketing; and assigned required department technical reports, including the annual report. Occasionally attends meetings and functions outside of normal business hours; responds to public health emergencies as needed. Minimum Requirements Minimum Requirements Bachelor's Degree in public health, health education, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, business administration or a closely related field. Valid WI Driver's License and valid auto insurance must be maintained throughout employment. Additional Qualifications Two years of experience in community education, program planning and evaluation, or public programming preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience in facilitating groups, community coalitions, focus groups and conducting surveys preferred. Knowledge and experience in community health assessment, community health improvement planning; community-based program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation preferred. Knowledge and/or experience in best practices, health risks, prevention strategies and education, quality improvement processes, and strategic planning preferred. Knowledge and/or experience in state's health plan and Public Health Accreditation Board materials preferred. Knowledge of grant implementation, evaluation, and report writing preferred. Leadership Competencies We hire people with strong technical skills and who embrace change and who are ready to help make Wauwatosa a better, stronger community. All of our employees are leaders. We place as much emphasis on leadership as technical skills. The following leadership competencies have been identified as essential qualities for success in this position: Self-Directed and Time Management Skills Project Management and Results Oriented Team Player Communication and Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills and Problem Solving Additional Information Receives direction and supervision from the Public Health Manager or others as designated by management. 5 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Public Health Nurse Cudahy Health Department - Cudahy, WI 6 days ago Easily apply Public Health Nurse City of Racine - Racine, WI 7 days ago Public Health Preparedness Coordinator (HHS) Walworth County, WI - Elkhorn, WI 25 days ago * Public Health Specialist jobs in Wauwatosa, WI