Program Manager - Maternal Child Health
Closing Date/Time Mon. 01/22/18 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Salary $53,958.35 - $67,449.50 Annually
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS:
This position will work for the Maternal
Child Health Program. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight
of the Lead Program, Fetal Infant Mortality Review Team, and the Infant Safe
Sleep Macomb initiative.
DEPARTMENT: Health
HIRING AUTHORITY: Director
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
CURRENT HOURS AND
STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5
hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is
currently 8:30 a.m.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under direction, oversees and manages a specific public
health program including operational activities; supervises and evaluates
program staff; monitors and maintains appropriate statistical and information
databases performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Manages and oversees the operation and
delivery of services and activities for an assigned program.
Assigns, monitors, evaluates and otherwise supervises the
work activities of assigned program staff; participates in the selection of
program staff.
Identifies the need for and participates in formulating,
revising and implementing program policies and procedures.
Provides input into the program budget and equipment needs.
Acts as liaison and/or resource person between the Department
and community agencies.
Prepares regular and special reports and materials regarding
program activities and analyzes program effectiveness.
Compiles and maintains assigned program data and statistical
records.
Participates in staff orientation and professional
development programs.
Participates on committees in the agency and the community.
Operates an automobile while performing assigned duties.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):
REQUIRED:
A Bachelor Degree in Nursing, Public Health or a related
field from an accredited college or university.
Be licensed by the Michigan Board of Nursing to practice as a
Registered Nurse.
A minimum of five (5) years of professional public or
community health experience.
PREFERRED:
A Master Degree in Nursing, Public Health or a related field
from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Previous supervisory experience.
SKILLS AND SPECIFICATIONS:
Thorough knowledge of public health principles and practices.
Ability to prepare and present technical reports in a clear
and concise manner.
Organizational ability and initiative.
Ability to effectively speak, write and understand the
English language.
Ability to speak and understand a language other than English
is preferred.
Possess the ability to direct, supervise and organize the
work of others.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with staff, outside agencies and the public.
Possession of valid Michigan driver's license and an operable
insured automobile for authorized departmental travel.
Ability to conduct oneself with tact and courtesy.
General Requirements
and/or Disclaimers
The above statements are intended to describe the general
nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this
classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive
list of all responsibilities and duties of personnel so classified.
GRANT OR EXTERNALLY FUNDED POSITION - This position will
continue only if sufficient grant or external funds are provided.
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State's
Emergency Management Act and the County's Emergency Management resolution as
well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by these statutes.
Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the
position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The United Auto Workers Local 412- Supervisors bargaining unit
represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which
could require consideration in the selection process.