DEFINITION

Are you interested in making a difference? If so, please consider joining our dedicated team at the Department of Health & Human Services! The Healthy Communities & WIC Division, located within the Public Health Branch, houses a wide variety of health promotion and chronic disease and injury prevention programs. The goal of public health is to protect and improve the health of all people in our community, especially the most marginalized and underserved populations. The majority of the division’s programs are grant funded, and the WIC HHS Program Services Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining program compliance, directing staff, and brainstorming innovative solutions for complex challenges in rural communities.

What You'll Do:
This position is responsible for a variety of duties, including;

• Oversee the local WIC program
• Primary liaison with the state (CDPH-WIC)
• Responsible for administrative functions to keep the local program running and in compliance

Where You'll Do It:
This position is located in Eureka, California.
A typical work schedule for this position is M-F; 8-5

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans, develops and implements specialized health and human services programs; manages the grant application and funding processes; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is responsible for the effective implementation of a single specialized public health, mental health, social service or related program or multiple routine programs in the Department of Health and Human Services. Responsibilities include developing program guidelines and plans, identifying and securing funding as appropriate, developing staffing and budget proposals and planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff to implement the program. This class provides administrative direction for assigned programs while the Senior Program Manager has overall responsibility for a wide range of related and unrelated programs.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Plans, develops and administers policies and procedures for a variety of health education, mental health and/or social service delivery programs.
• Identifies sources of program funding; prepares grant applications; works with foundations and local funding sources to secure funding.
• Develops annual and multi-year plans and budgets for assigned program(s).
• Interprets state and federal regulations in relation to the programs and ensures compliance with them.
• Conforms with administrative requirements to obtain and administer funding; administers and approves expenditure of funds; identifies necessary resources and prepares annual plans.
• Participates in the hiring of assigned staff; recommending selection for management approval.
• Evaluates employee performance, counsels employees and effectively recommends disciplinary action and other personnel decisions.
• Oversees the distribution of informational and educational materials to program clients and agencies.
• Makes presentations to community groups and organizations regarding programs, services and activities.
• Attends various meetings, committees and conferences related to program goals and objectives.
• Provides consultation to mental health providers, health care providers and other agencies regarding the specific program objectives and procedures.
• Directs the maintenance of and/or maintains accurate records and files; prepares reports, correspondence, and a variety of written materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning and evaluation and employee training and discipline.
• Principles of program management, including budgeting and funding sources for governmental and human services programs.
• Needs assessment techniques and principles of program evaluation.
• Principles of community mental health and/or public health education and effective teaching methods.
• Federal, state and local laws and regulations concerning public health.
• Basic public health, mental health, and/or social work practices relevant to the specific nature of the program.
• Terminology and basic concepts relevant to the program.
• Principles of recordkeeping and report preparation.

Skill in :

• Planning, assigning, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff.
• Training staff in work procedures.
• Utilizing community and governmental agency resources effectively to assists clients with health, mental health and other social needs.
• Developing and implementing goals, objectives and schedules for staff.
• Responding sensitively to the needs of people from a variety of socio-economic groups and cultures, including alternative lifestyles.
• Exercising sound judgment and making appropriate recommendations and referrals.
• Preparing clear, concise and complete documentation, reports, and other written correspondence.
• Maintaining organized and accurate client and other records.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Other Requirements :
Must possess a valid California driver's license. Specific positions may require specific educational attainments or certifications depending on the nature of the program. Desirable Education and Experience: A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in health, mental health, education, social services or a closely related field and two years of coordinating and directing a public health, mental health, or social service program, at least one year of which included responsibility for directing the work of other staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All the Benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does it take to fill out the application?

You should allow 30 – 45 minutes to fill out your application.

• Can I change my application after submitting it?

You may only submit one application per day. You may submit an edited application after waiting at least one day from your initial submission.

• How long until I hear back from you?

You can expect to hear back from Humboldt County Human Resources about 3-4 weeks after the closing date listed on the job posting.

• Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview?

Yes, you will be informed if you are not selected for an interview.

County of Humboldt’s Commitment to DEI
Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members,) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways – oftentimes, outside of formal institutions – and strives to take a holistic approach to in assessing an applicant’s qualifications for a position. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.

How to Apply
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applications may only be submitted online through the County’s automated application system at http://www.humboldtgov.org/hr no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer. All applications are screened by subject matter experts. The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.
It is important that your application, not just your resume, show all the relevant experience and education you possess.
Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in this examination will be compared with the performance of others who take the test. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible. Scores will be provided in writing only.
Yay! You’ve made it down to the fine print…. that means you are interested in this job, and THAT makes us happy! The lawyers tell us we need to include this stuff…. but we’ll help you get through it.
This is about the retirement benefits we offer. You’ve probably heard that we have a great retirement plan. Basically, you fall into a Tier based on the date you first start working for the County or any other governmental employer that uses CalPERS for retirement. If this is your first job in government, then you’ll be in Tier III. 2.0 means that for every year you work for the County, you will receive 2% of your final annual pay rate for every year that you work for us if you work the required minimum number of years (that’s called vesting) and retire after the age following the @. So, if you work 20 years and retire at 64 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2% or 40% of your final annual pay rate every year in retirement.

CalPERS Retirement Program
The County participates in the CalPERS retirement system, with both the County and the employee making contributions toward the employee’s retirement.

• Tier I: Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7 @ 55
• Tier II: Post 7/6/2012: 2.0 @ 55
• Tier III: Post 1/1/2013: 2.0 @ 62

This next section says that the County runs its hiring on a set of rules to ensure that it is fair. Hiring and promotion are based on performance and having the best qualifications for the job. “Examination” doesn’t always mean taking a test…..sometimes it just means how we compare your application to others who have applied and an “oral examination” can just mean an interview for lower level positions.

Selection Procedure
The County’s Human Resources system operates by a set of rules and procedures which ensure that employees are hired and promoted on the basis of merit and fitness for the job. Jobs are filled through competitive examinations. A complete online application is required for this position. All application materials will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts. Those candidates considered to be the most qualified, based on the application materials submitted, will be invited to a written and/or oral examination, or an evaluation of education and experience.

Policy of Nondiscrimination
The County of Humboldt does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Human Resources is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance to the Courthouse is the 4th Street entrance. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact Human Resources at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination for assistance.
The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION: A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.
OTHER EXAMINATIONS: Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.
LICENSES: Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six months, but may be up to one year. All designated safety employees serve a one year probationary period.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.