Job Details

Special Health Projects Coordinator

• $24.95/ Hour
• This part-time, temporary position allows for a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. It does not include any benefits.

Duties:

• Plans, coordinates, and implements special projects, grants, and programs; develops work plans and monitors progress, reporting on outcomes.
• Collaborates with community partners, including health and human service agencies, healthcare providers, schools, and municipalities, to address population needs.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to inform planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Communicates clearly through concise, audience-appropriate materials, including technical reports.
• Integrates health promotion and prevention into existing public health systems.
• Serves as liaison to community coalitions and task forces, facilitating stakeholder meetings to advance project goals.
• Assesses stakeholder needs, recommends solutions, and supports program design and management.
• Leads planning for new initiatives, contributes to grant development, and prepares reports demonstrating community health needs and program outcomes.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in health education, public health, human services, or related field of study and two years of experience in public health, health education programming or related work.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license with access to a reliable vehicle throughout the course of employment.
• The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• In times of a public health emergency, may be required to report for specialized assigned duties inside or outside of Berrien County.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage diverse populations, build effective relationships, and facilitate teamwork.
• Ability to communicate clearly through presentations, writing, and active listening.
• Thorough knowledge of Berrien County community service networks and Health Department partner agencies.
• Expertise in community organization, facilitation, and planning activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis applications; knowledge of graphic design or design software preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills to set priorities, manage resources, coordinate with team members, and monitor project progress.
• Demonstrated adaptability, initiative, and commitment to meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.