PUBLIC HEALTH PROFESSIONAL

CURRENT VACANCIES ARE IN THE FOLLOWING SPECIALTIES:

Lead Hazard Control Coordinator (Grade Level II)
Multi-Service Center Coordinator (Grade Level II)
Early Intervention Program Counseling Services Coordinator (Grade Level II)
Environmental Health Program Coordinator (Grade Level II)
Maternal Child and Adolescent Health Director (Grade Level III)

Under direction, supervises, coordinates or directs a specialized public health or human services program; provides professional services for specialized public health or human services programs; monitors and maintains program compliance and service delivery; maintains compliance with applicable laws and regulations; supervises, trains and monitors program staff; develops, implements and evaluates various aspects of the program; may provide individual counseling and guidance to program participants; may act as a liaison, and represent the City to various agencies, committees and community groups; may coordinate program activities with public, private and community-based agencies; may analyze data and compile reports; may complete and submit grant proposals and required progress reports; may coordinate the recruitment, training and placement of program interns; may obtain and monitor contracts with community providers and performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
A.Proof of graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a health related field (proof required) *.
AND
B.One year (full-time equivalent) paid, professional experience in a specialized public health or human services program in one of the following areas: Lead Hazard Control (knowledge of and experience in environmental assessment and lead hazard control), Multi-Service Center (experience in planning, implementing and coordinating homeless services), Early Intervention Program Counseling Services (knowledge of and experience in counseling HIV affected populations), Environmental Health (knowledge of and experience in environmental health education programming), and Maternal Child and Adolescent Health (knowledge of and experience working in a public health setting and in population-based public health practice). A valid State of California DHS Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor Certification is required for the Lead Hazard Control Coordinator position (proof required)*.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Proof of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required at time of appointment. (If required, a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection interview.)

*Applications will not be processed until all required proofs are received. Any required proofs, such as certificates, diplomas, licenses, or transcripts, must be received in the Civil Service Department by September 27, 2006.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in a health related field is desirable for some positions.