Public Health Coordinator

Job Overview

Description

The Public Health Coordinator performs tasks to achieve the Department’s mission in areas of core public and environmental health functions and essential services.

Job Duties

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position.  Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Participates in Public Health preparedness exercise simulations and coalition activities.
• Gathers information from various sources to assess the health of the community to identify community and public health strengths and gaps.
• As assigned by the Director, provides administrative support to other boards and commissions.
• Assists with contract and grant management within the Health Department.
• May be required to serve on various committees as assigned.
• Assists with environmental testing and performing analysis as necessary to determine compliance with applicable rules, standards, and regulations.
• Assists with enforcement of environmental health regulations, complaint investigations, development of improvement plans and response activities.
• Assists with investigation of animal bites as indicated.
• Assists the Environmental Specialist with reports, data entry, and other applicable documentation.
• Reviews and updates Dubuque County Public Health Department social media as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned or required by the Executive Director of Public Health or the Board of Health.
• Must be proficient in using Word, Excel, Outlook Calendar, Microsoft Teams, and additional computer programs.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, public health, nursing, or another applicable field.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• National Incident Management System Certification for ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, and 800 within six months of hire.
• Water Proficiency Certification within six months of hire.
• Other certifications as may be identified.

Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications:

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

• Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified location to perform assigned tasks.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to provide service to the public in a professional manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with all levels of staff, outside agencies, and diverse public groups.
• Ability to proficiently utilize basic computer skills to perform word processing, electronic spreadsheet, or database tasks, and operate general office equipment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Willing to work some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Possess knowledge of public health and the relationship with laws/regulations.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching motion, etc.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations.
• Occasional lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Performs work in the field, including visits to homes, businesses, and organizations, as well as work in an indoor office setting.  Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions
• May be required to work additional hours or to change hours with minimal notice.

Equal Opportunity

Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441.