Public Health Program Supervisor/Healthy Living & Diabetes Program

Job Description:

Public Health Program Supervisor/Healthy Living & Diabetes Program

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to public health/human services programming, planning or program management, one (1) year of which was in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum substitution of four (4) years

Licenses or Certifications:

• None

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview
This position is in the Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention Program of Austin Public Health in the Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Division and will supervise Austin Public Health’s Healthy Living Program. The Healthy Living Program empowers community members to prevent and manage type 2 diabetes through evidence-based, culturally appropriate community-based diabetes self-management and prevention classes, with a focus on uninsured individuals and communities experiencing health disparities. This position will supervise four Community Health Workers who provide the community-based diabetes education and prevention classes and provide quality assurance including management of program data, ongoing training on diabetes topics, and maintenance of the program’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists ( ADCES ) certifications. This position will also be a working supervisor position that is actively involved in teaching the nutrition components of the classes in community-based settings and may provide individualized diabetes education for a subset of clients that need additional education and support.

Grant Funded Position

• This position is grant-funded, meaning its financial support comes from allocated funds that may be modified, reduced, or canceled at the discretion of the City of Austin or the grant provider.

APH Information

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

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Immunization Requirement:

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

Travel:

• If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide the job title, employment dates, and description of responsibilities for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered, in lieu of a completed City of Austin application.
• Please understand that your job application, cover letter, and resume will be used to measure or assess your written communication skills, including grammar and spelling, in helping us screen applications and determine candidates to be interviewed.
• Work experience listed must include month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.
• When completing the supplemental questions, please note that your answers must be supported by information contained in your application.
• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees in Good Standing who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
• A skills assessment may be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Tobacco-free Workplace
The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises
Pay Range
$30.70 - $38.37

Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Some evening hours may be required to meet the business needs. A hybrid schedule with some days in-office and some days teleworking is possible for this position.

Job Close Date 12/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Grant Funded Category Professional Location 15 Waller Street, Austin 78702 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Subject matter expertise in diabetes self-management education or nutrition
• Registered as a Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association and licensed by the State of Texas, or Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist ( CDCES ) designation (formerly CDE certification), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience with community-based health education programs or community health worker initiatives serving low-income communities and communities experiencing health disparities
• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Conduct planning, development and evaluation of assigned program. Provide supervision of program implementation. Perform grant writing and management of grant budget. Collaborate with community based organizations. Promote program and provide program information to community. Provide educational and community awareness presentations.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the area of specialization.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of planning and program implementation.
• Knowledge of organization and administration of public health and/or human service programs.
• Knowledge of program monitoring and policy analysis.
• Skill in effective oral and/or written communication.
• Skill in resolving problems or situations requiring the exercise of good judgement.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Public Health Program Supervisor position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to public health/human services programming, planning or program management, one (1) year of which was in a lead or supervisory capacity. Master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department
• No, I cannot meet this requirement

* Are you registered as a Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association and licensed by the State of Texas, or have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment?

• Yes
• No

* Do you hold a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification (formerly known as CDE), or have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your experience with community-based health education programs or Community Health Worker initiatives that serve low-income communities and communities experiencing health disparities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your professional experience related to diabetes self management education or nutritional counseling.
(Open Ended Question)
* Select the statement that best describes your English/Spanish bilingual fluency level.

• I speak both English and Spanish fluently
• I speak some Spanish
• I understand some Spanish
• I am fluent in English only

* This position may require traveling to various work sites to perform duties. Are you able to travel to worksites with or without accommodations?

• Yes
• No

* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents