Public Health Program Manager

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Public Health Program Manager

Salary

$75,678.00 - $114,915.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-21185-34635

Department

Department of Health

Division

HL Bur of Emgcy Prpdns Respnse

Opening Date

03/20/2025

Closing Date

4/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

34635

Position Number

50330758

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST09

Bureau / Division Code

00077601

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response

Worksite Address

1310 Elmerton Avenue

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

Christopher Albright

Contact Email

chralbrigh@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity that helps ensure the safety of Pennsylvanians during adversity? Do you have strong administrative experience and proven organizational skills that will lead a team responsible for keeping our communities prepared and ready to respond to medical emergencies, infectious outbreaks, and environmental incidents? The Department of Health (DOH), Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response is seeking a Public Health Program Manager. If you want to manage countermeasure programs that sustain the Commonwealth and offer citizens vital tools and services when crisis erupts, then we encourage you to apply today!


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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Public Health Program Manager, you will supervise a leadership team responsible for preparing and implementing countermeasure programs that are used to respond to medical emergencies, infectious disease outbreaks, and environmental incidents. You will also manage the planning and oversight of the state CHEMPACK program and medical support for Mass Care Plan Annex O. This role requires thorough knowledge of public health essential services as well as warehousing operations and logistics to implement state and local medical countermeasure distribution and dispensing exercises per federal grant requirements. In addition, you will prepare relevant sections of the annual federal grant applications, review public health preparedness literature, and provide technical assistance to contractors that ensures compliance with program requirements and project design.


Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Free parking
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Seven years of professional experience in development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
  • One year as a Public Health Program Administrator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • An associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing and five years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
  • A bachelor's degree and three years of professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol or related experience, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
  • A bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
  • A master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education and two years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements: 

  • You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 


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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

  • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
  • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
    • your score may be lower than deserved.
    • you may be disqualified.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*


Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Administrator for one or more years full-time?
  • Yes
  • No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess one or more years of full-time administrative, supervisory, or consultative experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services?
  • Yes
  • No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol or related experience, which includes one year of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How many years of full-time professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services do you possess?

  • 7 years or more
  • 5 but less than 7 years
  • 3 but less than 5 years
  • 2 but less than 3 years
  • None
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
Have you completed an associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
  • Yes
  • No
10
Have you completed a master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
  • Yes
  • No
11
Have you completed a bachelor's degree?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
  • Yes
  • No
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
  • Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – DEVELOPS AND IMPLEMENTS PUBLIC HEALTH PLANS AND PROGRAMS Develops, implements and evaluates data collection plans, strategic goals and fiscal plans for public health programs.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience independently developing implementing, AND evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals and fiscal plans for public health programs.
  • B. I have experience as a member of a team developing, implementing, AND evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals and fiscal plans for public health programs.
  • C. I have experience independently developing, implementing, OR evaluating data collection plans, strategic goals and fiscal plans for public health programs.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program development or data analysis.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. The type(s) of programs or plans you developed, implemented or evaluated
  3. The actual duties you performed
  4. Your level of responsibility
15
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CONSULTATION Provides technical assistance to public health professional staff in various professional disciplines in areas such as: developing requests for proposals, applications and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; and performance measures and outcomes.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience providing technical assistance to public health professional staff in various professional disciplines in areas such as: developing requests for proposals, applications and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; and performance measures and outcomes.
  • B. I have experience providing technical assistance to public health professional staff in various professional disciplines in at least 5 of the following areas: developing requests for proposals, applications and/or invitations to bid; negotiating and writing contracts; monitoring/evaluating of contracts and contractor performance; analyzing reports submitted; quality assurance; program development; researching funding opportunities; implementation; outreach; and performance measures and outcomes.
  • C. I have experience providing technical assistance to public health professional staff in various professional disciplines in at least one of the above-mentioned areas.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public administration or business management.
  • E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. The area(s) in which you provided technical assistance
  3. To whom was this technical assistance provided
  4. The actual duties you performed
  5. Your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – DEVELOPS, EVALUATES AND REVISES PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Develops, evaluates, and revises public health programs, policies and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations or the public.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim
  • A. I have experience developing, evaluating, and revising public health programs, policies and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations or the public.
  • B. I have experience evaluating and revising public health programs, policies and procedures for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations or the public. I did NOT develop public health programs, policies and procedures.
  • C. I have experience developing, evaluating, and revising programs, policies and procedures not related to public health for government officials, health providers, professional and community-based organizations or the public.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communication, technical writing, or research.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. The type(s) of programs, plans, policies, and procedures you developed, evaluated or revised
  3. For whom were these programs, plans, policies, and procedures developed, evaluated or revised
  4. The actual duties you performed
  5. Your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – PREPARES AND APPROVES VARIOUS DOCUMENTS AND REPORTS AND ENSURES GOALS AND OBJECTIVES CONFORM Prepares and approves various documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes; and ensures that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies, and strategic direction.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience preparing and approving various documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes. I have ensured that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies and strategic direction.
  • B. I have experience preparing various documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes; and I have ensured that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies and strategic direction. I have NOT approved various documents and reports.
  • C. I have experience preparing various documents and reports which contain statistical and epidemiological data, personnel and fiscal requirements, budget information, project narratives, work plans, and quantitative and qualitative outcomes. I have NOT approved various documents or reports and I have NOT ensured that the goals and objectives conform to procedures, policies and strategic direction.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to this work behavior.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
  2. The types of documents or reports you prepared or approved
  3. The actual duties you performed
  4. Your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

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