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General Description POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive DEPARTMENT: Public Health HOURS: Full-time PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $75,760 - $85,230/year (2024 rates; Salary Grade 109) FULL SALARY RANGE: $75,760 - $105,693/year (2024 rates) LOCATION: Hybrid: telework and in-person in the community and at the Northern Service Center, West St. Paul UNION: Minnesota Nurses Association CLOSE DATE: 4:30pm on 12/3/2024 Come join us at Dakota County and "Be more". Dakota County employs over 2,000 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions makes Dakota County a premier place to live and work. The work County government does is unique. Dakota County offers important careers the kind of careers that make a difference in people's lives. You will not be just another employee; you'll be a valued employee making a difference in the lives of Dakota County residents every single day. Will you be the next person to join us at Dakota County? The Public Health Program Coordinator Family Health is a critical team member who assists with integrating research and best practices into programs for childbearing people, families with young children, and adolescent and young adult populations in Dakota County. The coordinator plays a vital role in the department s outreach and community engagement efforts and will collaborate with internal and external partners to meet our community s needs. This position is responsible for delegated program assessment, planning, implementation, and coordination of projects, as well as assisting with new employee orientation and staff training. Location & Schedule This hybrid position offers a mix of telework, in-person work at our Northern Service Center in West St. Paul, MN, and fieldwork throughout Dakota County. Work is performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). What you ll do As a Public Health Program Coordinator for Family Health, you will: Inform and guide evidence-based home visiting, surveillance, outreach, and case management. Assess community-wide target population health needs and resources. Initiate assigned policy and program planning, coordination, and implementation, integrating research and best practices to address complex systems and needs. Plan, implement, and evaluate projects, including continuous quality improvement and assurance initiatives. Develop and implement standardized documentation of assessment, interventions, and outcomes in an electronic health record. Work to advance inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in collaboration with colleagues and the community. Collaborate with internal and external partners to facilitate high-quality, holistic service delivery. Evaluate program outcomes, including interpretation and validation of statistical reports for ongoing planning, analysis, and establishment of service priorities. Develop and complete reports, plans, grant applications, forms, and communication tools as delegated. Provide direct public health services for small home visiting caseload. Performs public health emergency response functions as trained and assigned within the department s emergency response plan. Participate in the hiring process across Public Health and provides a lead role in orienting new public health staff, students, and other division employees to specific program goals and services. Participate in, facilitate, and plan meetings, as well as lead workgroups, and strategic planning initiatives for Family Health and departmental programs Coordinates and facilitates nursing student contracts, clinical placements and rotations across the department. Duties & Responsibilities These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions. 1. Assess community wide target population health needs and resources. 2. Initiate assigned po icy and program planning, coordination, and implementation that address complex systems and needs. 3. Provide leadership and consultation to community agencies, health care providers, community groups, systems, and the public to assure at-risk population receives program services. 4. Evaluate program outcomes including interpretation and validation of statistical reports for ongoing planning, analysis, and establishment of service priorities. 5. Represent the department and county to public and internal and external workgroups and organizations, including developing and presenting educational programs and resources. 6. Performs public health emergency response functions as trained and assigned within the department's emergency response plan. 7. Participate in the hiring process and provide a lead role in orientating new public health staff, students, and other division employees to specific program goals and services. 8. Develop and complete reports, plans, grant applications, forms, and communication tools as delegated. 9. Provide direct public health services to families and communities with more complex needs 10. Participate and provide leadership on committees, workgroups, continuous quality improvement projects, and strategic planning initiatives. 11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Family Health Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Items 1-10 are essential functions. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Skills Critical to Success Knowledge of the healthcare delivery system Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and policies pertaining to public health and professional practice Knowledge of data privacy and HIPPA regulations Working skills in program evaluation, data collection, documentation of progress, and outcomes of public health programs Knowledge and ability to use multiple computer software and information systems Ability to identify and incorporate best practices and evident-informed interventions Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to exhibit a professional, positive attitude and work ethic Ability to work effectively with clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds Understanding of social, economic, and cultural issues impacting public health programs Understanding of the mission and vision of department and program operational guidelines, business practices, staff needs, and customer service outcomes Ability to prioritize and coordinate work according to internal and external stakeholder needs Ability to problem-solve while demonstrating sound judgment Ability to work independently and on teams Work Environment: Work is performed in a hybrid model via telework, within a County office building, in client homes, and within the community. Travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as environmental conditions of unsanitary dwellings and property, unsafe neighborhoods, challenging and potentially violent and unpredictable clients and family members, pets, and animals; exposure to atmospheric conditions such as chemicals, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, and cigarette smoke; exposure to hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids; extreme temperatures; inadequate lighting; intense noise, and workspace restricting movement may occur on visits to client's homes. Equipment used may include but is not limited to a computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines, TV/VCR, video camera, nursing supplies and equipment including scales, syringes, hazardous waste, masks, and blood pressure equipment.