Job Description

Salary

$53,229.03 Annually

Location

DeKalb County, GA

Job Type

Full Time Salaried

Job Number

2025-10089

Division/Section

District 3-5 County Position

Opening Date

03/04/2025

Closing Date

3/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

Healthcare Consultant (10553)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

Exceptional Benefits Include

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
• Pension Plan
• Employer 401K Match
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Worksite Wellness
• Diverse Workforce
• Opportunities for Growth
• Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation
  
  

Job Responsibilities

Under Limited Supervision, The Public Health Educator (Men’s Health) Will Provide Leadership In Developing, Implementing, And Gaining Support For Community Driven Prevention Strategies Including Evidence-based And Best Practices To Enhance The Wellbeing Of Men And Their Families. This Position Will Provide Coordination Of Men’s Health Prevention Activities Utilizing a Policy, Systems, And Environmental Change Approach And a Health Equity Lens. This Position Participates In The Administration Of Program Grants, Contracts, And Budgets. Monitors Program Activities To Ensure Compliance Of State And Federal Program Guidelines. Manages And Coordinates Men’s Health Program And Activities At The Local Level (county-wide) Which Include Chronic Disease Prevention Activities Such As Tobacco Use Prevention, Physical Activity, Worksite Wellness, Cardiovascular Disease, Nutrition, Diabetes, And Other Men’s Health Related Topics. Implements And Manages The Men’s Health Initiative’s Operational Functions Including But Not Limited To Developing, Coordinating, And Monitoring

• Work plan detailing objectives, activities, timeframes, and budget requirements
• Semi-annual and annual reports and other reporting requirements
• Evaluates program initiatives
• Grants and other contractual requirements
• Resources to maintain and sustain initiative including additional partners and grants
• Supervising interns and/or volunteers
  
  

Identifies, develop and implements programs, strategies, and initiatives that are evidence-based strategies and best practices to address the growing burden of chronic diseases and associated risk factors; and other health issues identified as a priority by the community. Identifies the needs of the community through appropriate assessment tools such as focus groups, surveys, key informant interviews, etc. Convenes and coordinates a Men’s Health Leadership Task Force to create and sustain a partner-driven decision-making structure. Serves as liaison for the Men’s Health initiative to build and advance health equity through a collective and coordinated action approach. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years’ experience performing work related to public health, public policy, or health administration

OR

Master’s degree in a related field and one year experience performing work related to area of assignment

OR

Seven years’ experience performing work related to area of assignment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants with a Master’s degree in health policy or public health; and community engagement or community outreach experience. Preference will also be given to candidates with program management, evaluation, and health equity experience.

Additional Information

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.

Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com) If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov .

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Standard Benefits For FULL Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

No benefits are offered for part time employees.

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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED
  
  

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Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?

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Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?

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Do you have experience managing or coordinating community health initiatives using evidence-based or best practices?

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• No
  
  

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Have you facilitated community partnerships or coalitions to address health disparities or promote health equity?

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• No
  
  

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Have you managed grants or contracts, including creating work plans and writing program reports?

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• No
  
  

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Do you have experience developing, implementing, or managing public health programs, specifically focused on men's health or chronic disease prevention?

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• No
  
  

Required Question

Employer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE

West Tower

Atlanta, Georgia, 30334

Website

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Trial period, Flexible hours,

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