Program Coordinator (HSC 3) DOH8752

Program Coordinator Office/Division | Remote/Homebased | NON-PERMANENT APPOINTMENT This Non-Permanent Appointment has a duration of 8 months and is expected to run through July 30, 2026. This recruitment is only open to internal Washington State Department of Health employees. THE OPPORTUNITY: Join a team turning global health lessons into local impact. As the Program Coordinator for the Global to Local (G2L) Program, you’ll help advance health equity for immigrant and globally connected communities across Washington State. This role drives collaboration between the Department of Health, local health jurisdictions, and Tribal partners to improve pandemic preparedness, community resilience, and culturally responsive health promotion. If you’re passionate about using public health systems to make tangible, people-focused change, this is your chance to do work that truly matters. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and coordinate the Global to Local program’s activities and projects—from planning to implementation and evaluation. • Manage contracts and budgets with local and Tribal partners to ensure timely, equitable delivery of services. • Support the development of culturally and linguistically appropriate health education materials to promote COVID-19 prevention and broader community wellness. • Partner with internal teams and community stakeholders to align program activities, track progress, and share outcomes. • Develop reports, presentations, and communication materials highlighting progress, challenges, and community impact. • Foster collaboration across epidemiology, communications, and community engagement teams to strengthen statewide health promotion and surveillance efforts. Why You’ll Love This Job: • Meaningful impact: You’ll help ensure health information and programs reach every community in ways that respect and reflect cultural diversity. • Collaborative culture: Work with passionate professionals across public health disciplines who value learning and inclusion. • Innovation: Shape new approaches to community engagement, digital health tools, and data-driven public health programs. • Mission-driven work: Every project contributes to protecting and improving the health of people across Washington. The Ideal Candidate You’re a connector and a problem-solver who is comfortable managing complex projects, building partnerships, and keeping multiple moving pieces aligned. You thrive in collaborative environments, value cultural humility, and bring both structure and empathy to your work. Whether coordinating contracts, designing outreach, or aligning community input with program goals, you lead with clarity, purpose, and respect. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS We value all relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet at least ONE of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. While “Preferred Experience” is not required, these skills or experiences can help you stand out as a candidate. • Option 1: A bachelor’s degree; and three (3) or more years of management or consultative experience in public health education or community-based health promotion programs. • Option 2: Five (5) or more years of management or consultative experience in public health education or community-based health promotion programs. Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience: • One (1) year serving as a team or project lead that included developing work plans, setting direction for work, coordinating work among team members, monitoring performance, leading quality improvement, and giving feedback to team members. • Experience coordinating or managing budgets. Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience: • Master’s degree in public health, social and behavioral science, health communication, health education or promotion, or closely allied field. • Three years of experience supervising technical and professional staff. • Two years of experience developing and managing complex budgets. • Two years of experience working with and managing part of a federal grant. • Two years of experience in an infectious disease, communicable disease or related primary prevention health program. • CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) or MCHES (Master Certified Health Education Specialist) certification • Knowledge of immunization federal grant process and requirements. • Successful completion of DOH contracts management training, and prior experience serving as a contracts manager at DOH. ABOUT US: We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience. At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We’re passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. To learn more about the DOH please visit our website and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and our blog. Benefits and Lifestyle We prioritize your work-life balance with one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. At DOH, you’ll find flexibility, growth, and stability. Learn more about why we’re a great place to work by visiting Work@Health. Conditions of Employment: The following terms and conditions of employment must be met with or without reasonable accommodation: Work Setting, including hazards: The position’s assigned workstation is Homebased. Work is performed almost exclusively indoors in a mobile work environment and/or a DOH office, at a computer or in meetings 90% of the time. Exposure to hazards is limited to those commonly found in government or home office environments. Schedule (i.e., hours and days): Standard business hours are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A flexible and/or compressed work schedule may be considered at the incumbent’s request, subject to supervisory approval Travel Requirements: Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however occasional travel may be expected to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences. When traveling for work, the position may require traveling alone or with another employee for multiple days and nights in or outside of Washington state. When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business. Tools and Equipment: This position requires phone conversations while looking up information on the computer. Duties require the use of standard office furniture and equipment (e.g., desk, filing cabinet, computer, printer, telephone, copy machine, etc.) Customer Interactions: Position works with local health staff, health care providers, internal and external partners, government agencies, community organizations, and possibly the public. Daily contact with office-level managers and staff. Other: Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative. APPLICATION INFORMATION: We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager. Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references directly in your Applicant Profile including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable). DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation with your application. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve. DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity. Veterans Preference Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year. Questions and Accommodations If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder at [email protected] and reference the assigned “DOHXXXX” recruitment number. 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