Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service

Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service

Join the Vermont Department of Health's (VDH) Colorectal Cancer Screening Program team! The Colorectal Cancer Screening Program Manager will oversee the planning and implementation of statewide initiatives aimed at increasing colorectal cancer screening rates. This role involves collaboration with healthcare providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer. Key responsibilities include managing program budgets and grants to ensure efficient use of resources; collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on program outcomes; conducting outreach and education activities to raise awareness about the importance of colorectal cancer screening; providing leadership and guidance to program staff and partners. Grant management skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for improving the health and well-being of all Vermonters are useful attributes for this position. This position is funded by a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is a hybrid position that will be based in Waterbury, VT.

This position, Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53585), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact justin.pentenrieder@vermont.gov. Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Duties are performed in both a standard office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel. Stress may be anticipated in dealing with emotional situations involving application of programs, especially in dealing with families and in the allocation of program resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND one (1) year or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.
• OR
• Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND two (2) years or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.
• OR
• Two (2) years or more of experience as a Public Health Specialist II.
• OR
• One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist III.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a team or project.

Total Compensation:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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