State of Utah
Full Job Description
Job Description
Are you a natural leader looking for a way to apply that skill to a worthy program? This Health Program Coordinator position with the Utah Department of Health may be just what you are looking for. This position will lead the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program through oversight, coordination and evaluation of all of the Utah WIC Program functions including the federal regulations and state policies and procedures that must be implemented. This will include functions related to service delivery, staff development/training, and coordination of projects and activities.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES
As a valued member of our team you will be:
Coordinating the WIC program activities, services and resources
Monitoring and evaluation of WIC operations
Ensuring compliance with federal regulations, policies and procedures
Conducting evaluations
Developing policies and procedures
Testing and recommending computer functions
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate will have:Effective communication skills
Organizational skills
An ability to facilitate small group projects
Coordination skills
PREFERENCES
The hiring manager may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.
SO WHY APPLY?
This is your chance to affect a real change in Utah’s future. This is an opportunity for a new career which rewards your knowledge, professional abilities, caring nature, and efforts. This position offers a rich benefits package with 11 paid holidays per year. Annual leave accrued at 4 hours per pay period and increasing over time and sick leave accrued at 4 hours of leave per pay period for full time employees. Paid time off will differ for part time employees. Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other employee incentives and bonuses are also available. Please click HERE for a page where you can review these and other benefits.
THE AGENCY
To learn more about the Women, Infants & Children program, please click HERE .
Supplemental Information
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc..
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required.
Be aware that salary ranges specified reflect a minimum starting and top of range dollar amount. Actual rate per hour will be determined by evaluation of qualifications and skills of the individual and the availability of monies through budget and grants or by following DHRM rule.
As a condition of employment, this position requires compliance with the Utah Department of Health Employee Immunization policy. Applicants may request a copy of the policy if called for an interview.
If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter.