• Job Description

  Req#: 100360
  
  Health Department Building (HDBL)
  246 North High Street
  1st Floor
  Columbus, 43215
  
  !*!

  Public Health Consultant (PN 20098682)

  About Us:

  The Ohio Department of Health’s (ODH) mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and inequities that lead to disparities in health outcomes; and implementing data-driven, evidence-based solutions.

  The Ohio Department of Health Violence & Injury Prevention Section (VIPS) is a comprehensive, state-level injury prevention program aimed at helping every Ohioan live his or her life to its fullest potential by reducing death and disability associated with intentional and unintentional injury. VIPS coordinates surveillance systems that collect and disseminate injury data; assesses the burden of injuries and violence and communicates that information for the purpose of action; promotes evidence-based, injury prevention intervention for at-risk populations; coordinates and collaborates with partners in building program infrastructure; encourages the adoption of evidence-based policies and programs that lead to the prevention of injury and violence; and provides technical support and training as needed. Priority areas are child/youth injury, drug overdose and falls among older adults.

  The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

  Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 12, Step 1 of the 1199 Pay Range Schedule ($28.92 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($30.39) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

  What You'll Do:

  • Serves as a program consultant for statewide Ohio Violence and Injury Prevention Section (OVIPS).
  • Coordinates and evaluates programs, policies and procedures related to suicide prevention, with special emphasis on youth and other populations.
  • Researches and responds to inquiries concerning youth suicide prevention.
  • Serves as a technical resource for suicide prevention topics and other emerging topics, by compiling information from literature searches, networking, and participating in workshops and conferences related to “best practices” in injury prevention, education and program resources, materials and potential partners.
  • Serves as the liaison to communications and public affairs office(s) for suicide prevention efforts.
  • Coordinates and evaluates program, policy and procedures related to suicide within OVIPS to ensure alignment with federal and state grant requirements.
  • Monitors action group and task forces of the statewide Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership (OIPP) related to suicide by serving as the staff liaison for relevant subcommittee(s).
  • Develops public relations campaigns on behalf of the OVIPS to promote priority injury issues, furnishes information and explains programs to public, legislators and news media.
  • Maintains suicide prevention and other injury-related web pages.
  • Develops program objectives, intervention activities and evaluation strategies.
  • Prepares grant applications.
  • Provides support for the suicide grant programs.

  What’s in it for you:

  At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

  Medical Coverage

  • Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
  • For more information about our plans, visit: State of Ohio Medical Plans or our MyBenefits Guide.

  Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

  • Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

  Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • 11 paid holidays per year.
  • Childbirth/Adoption leave.
  • For more information, visit our Total Rewards website!

  Employee Development Funds

  • The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

  Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

  • OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

  Deferred Compensation

  • The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

  !*!

  • 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups;
  • Completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.

  -Or

  • 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups;
  • Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation.

  -Or

  • Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

  
  
  

  Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

  • Graduate or advanced degree in public health, health care, health administration or related field.
  • Coursework in public health field or health education.
  • Experience working with risk factors and prevention of injury.
  • Experience facilitating or coordinating meetings, trainings or symposiums.
  • Experience facilitating a committee or coalitions.
  • Experience developing and presenting training or public speaking.
  • Experience providing technical assistance or consultation regarding injury.
  • Experience in monitoring/administering local subgrants and/or contracts.
  • Experience evaluating injury prevention activities.
  • Experience with computer software and creating presentations and reports (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).

  All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.

  Job Skills: Public Health
  

  Technical Skills: Grants Administration, Program Management

  Professional Skills: Consultation, Confidentiality, Collaboration, Presenting

  !*!

  Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

  !*!

  The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

  !*!

  Knowledge of public health, health, medicine or other allied health field; community resources applicable to particular public health services program*; human relations; agency & governmental laws, rules, regulations & procedures applicable to particular public health program*; public health issues, policy & program planning & analysis; training & development; accounting, finance or budgeting*. Skill in operation of personal computer. Ability to define issues/problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; establish & maintain good rapport with program participants; handle routine & sensitive inquiries from & contacts with government officials &/or providers; prepare, review &/or evaluate records, reports &/or financial/grant documents; prepare & deliver training &/or speeches before specialized audiences.

  *Developed after employment.

  !*!

  APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
  All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

  STATUS OF POSTED POSITION:
  You can check the status of your application online by signing into your profile. Jobs you applied for will be listed. The application status is shown to the right of the position title and application submission details.

  EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
  Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

  Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

  !*!

  ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

  The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

• About the company

  Ohio is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. Of the fifty states, it is the 34th-largest by area, and with a population of nearly 11.8 million, is the seventh-most populous and tenth-most densely populated.

Notice