Human Services Program Coordinator

Title: Human Services Program Coordinator

State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II

Hiring Range: $56,051-$65,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:PORTSMOUTH -TW

Agency Website:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/portsmouth/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply!

The position will play a vital role in the health department's response to the overdose crisis by facilitating implementation of intervention strategies known to reduce overdose deaths and substance-use harm; provide subject matter guidance for PHD around policy, systems, and environmental change in substance use; and streamline navigation and connection systems for People Who Use Drugs (PWUD)

The Department of Health, Portsmouth Health District is seeking a highly motivated Human Services Program Coordinator which would provide support, in a staff capacity, by focusing on intermediate term program issues with agency wide application. Characteristic duties include: program development, planning, monitoring, analysis, grants management, recommending policies and procedures, program research, and evaluating changes in rules, regulations and legislative proposals for impact on service delivery. Thorough knowledge of program management, analytical principles and service integration is necessary.

Responsibilities are carried out independently based on an outline or work plan developed by or approved by the supervisor.

This position is a restricted position. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually, therefore continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of program development and planning, research and evaluation,
analytical principles, quality control methods, and ability to provide technical
assistance
• Experience conducting research and knowledge of the practice and principles
of research, including development, implementation, data analysis, and
dissemination; ability to interpret/implement data collection and reporting
requirements
• Experience leading complex research or other related projects
• Ability to apply skills in report development, electronic data transfer and
presentation visualizations; ability to effectively present information
• Skills in data management and committee leadership
• Possess skills to handle highly sensitive situations effectively; prepare
technical documentation and write reports
• Possess excellent organizational skills, ability to set priorities and work
independently

Additional Considerations

• Frequent travel may be required
• Prior experience in public health services preferred

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening:

Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration."

Contact Information

Name: Tanya Weaver

Phone: 7573938585

Email: Tanya.Weaver@vdh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.