SORH Program Coordinator (Public Health Consultant - PN 20014282)

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. This posting expires on November 17, 2026. Organization Dept of Health Work Location 246 North High Street, 1st Floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215, United States Compensation $32.69 Schedule Permanent - Full Time Work Hours M-F; 8:00am - 5:00pm Classified Indicator Classified Union 1199 Primary Job Skill Public Health Who We Are Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) focuses on systems changes to eliminate population-level disparities in Ohio. What You'll Do CPHE is seeking seeking a Public Health Consultant to serve as the State Office of Rural Health (SORH) Program Coordinator. This position plays a key role in advancing rural health initiatives across Ohio by supporting communities, health care providers, and stakeholders through technical assistance, program coordination, education, and strategic planning. Job duties include: Coordinate and support rural health programs and initiatives. Provide technical assistance to rural communities, healthcare providers, and stakeholders. Plan and facilitate trainings, workshops, and outreach activities. Assist with community health assessments and program planning efforts. Support Rural Health Clinic designation and compliance activities. Develop educational materials, reports, and program communications. Assist with grant administration, contract management, and funding opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with community partners and healthcare organizations. Conduct research and respond to stakeholder inquiries regarding rural health programs. Additional Information Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 12 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 12, Step 1 of the 1199 Pay Range Schedule ($32.69 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($34.35) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Background Check Information 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. Educational Transcript Requirements Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution. Why Work For The State Of Ohio 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 Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications Position Qualifications: 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. Additional Qualifications Bachelor’s or advanced degree in social or behavioral sciences, or in a medical or health related discipline Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating a health program Experience providing consultation and technical assistance to local agencies Experience facilitating meetings for boards or committees Experience planning meetings or conferences Experience in grant writing Experience in developing and presenting training material Experience working with Request for Proposals, Memorandum of Understanding or contracts Experience working with vendors to carry out contract deliverables Experience with computer software (e.g., Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience working with Rural Health Clinics, Federally-Qualified Health Centers, and/or health systems 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 Public Relations, Grant Administration, Program Management Professional Skills Consultation, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Analyzation, Strategic Thinking ADA Statement 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. Drug-Free Workplace 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio