Program Coordinator

We are excited in your interest to join DC Health (The District of Columbia Department of Health), a nationally accredited public health department ( Where our Vision is for Washington, D.C. to be the healthiest city in America. We believe that all people - no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability, or geographic location - should have the opportunity to live healthy lives. DC Health is focused on providing the essential public health services (10 Essential Public Health Services) necessary to protect and promote the health of all people in all communities and remove systemic and structural barriers that have resulted in health inequities through the Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals (PH Core Competencies.) Bring your professional career to Washington, D.C., the most dynamic and diverse city in the country. Join us as you are appreciated, developed, and rewarded and play a vital role in DC Health achieving our Strategic Priorities and Values: We look forward to reviewing your candidacy, be well and good luck! Job Summary This position is located in the Department of Health (DC Health), Community Health Administration (CHA), Health Care Access Bureau (HCAB), Immunization Division. DC Health promotes health, wellness, and equity across the District, and protects the safety of residents, visitors, and those doing business in the nation’s capital. DC Health believes that all people - no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability, or geographic location - should have the opportunity to live healthy lives. The Program Coordinator has responsibility for supporting the Immunization Division with community engagement by leading outreach, education, and partnership-building activities that improve vaccination awareness, access, and uptake across the District of Columbia. This role focuses on strengthening community relationships, coordinating public-facing initiatives, and ensuring that immunization efforts are responsive to the needs of diverse communities. Major Duties And Responsibilities Develops and implements community engagement strategies to increase awareness and acceptance of recommended vaccines across all age groups. Coordinates outreach events, workshops, and presentations in collaboration with schools, community-based organizations, healthcare providers, and local partners. Builds and maintain relationships with community leaders, advocacy groups, and stakeholders to support equitable access to immunization services. Serves as a liaison between the Immunization Division and external partners, ensuring timely sharing of information, resources, and program updates. Supports the planning and coordination of public education campaigns, including messaging development and preparing and distributing campaign materials. Monitors community feedback, emerging concerns, and engagement needs; provides insights to division leadership to inform program planning. Assists with program evaluation activities, including tracking engagement metrics and documenting outreach outcomes. Collaborates with internal teams to ensure alignment with DC Health’s Office of Communications and Community Engagement team leads and priorities, with public health guidelines, and accurate representation of immunization policies. Contributes to grant-related activities, including technical assistance, reporting, data collection, and documentation of community engagement efforts. Qualifications And Education Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression. Two to four years of work experience in community engagement, health education, program coordination, or public health outreach is preferred. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, Communications, Social Work, or a related field. A Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Health Communication, or Community Health is preferred. Licenses and Certifications None required. Working Conditions / Environment The incumbent must be able to carry out official duties in a variety of settings and conditions. Routine work will occur primarily in an office setting. Other Significant Facts Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Agency Wide Consideration: Qualified individuals that submit applications for this vacancy may be considered for other current open vacancies for which they qualify within DC Health. Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm Area of Consideration: Open to the Public Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential Duration of Appointment: Career Service Term Appointment Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0301-11 Collective Bargaining Unit (Union) This position is covered in a collective bargaining unit. Position Designation This position has been designated as Security Sensitive . Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:

• a) Criminal background check
• b) Traffic record check (as applicable)
• c) Consumer credit check (as applicable)
• d) Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test
• e) Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test

Residency Requirement:(if applicable) If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment. EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr DC Department of Human Resources