Agency Program Coordinator Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

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This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.
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Who We Are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

The End the HIV Epidemic (EHE) is a major federal initiative to impact the prevention, transmission, and treatment of HIV/AIDS that is being implemented in four target counties in Metro Atlanta. The EHE grant led to the development of a metro-wide plan, with supporting implementation plans in four target counties, that will be adapted throughout Georgia. We are seeking a full-time, Project Coordinator who will ensure effective day-to-day operations of the EHE grant, partner with key communities, performing complex administrative duties, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making related to the EHE. The project coordinator identifies issues, trends, and discrepancies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. In addition to community engagement, the coordinator will partner with other department programs, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. They exercise independent judgment, with support from Department Executive Leadership. The position will administer or provide high level support for report submissions, local projects, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions. They assist with orientation, training, or providing task guidance to EHE districts. Provides strategic analysis.
Job Responsibilities:

• Communicates the planning and strategy to DPH staff, districts and community stakeholders.
• Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of EHE strategies in alignment with state and federal priorities.
• Coordinate across HIV prevention, care, and partner services programs to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Support health districts in operationalizing EHE activities, including testing, linkage to care, re-engagement, and PrEP initiatives.
• Monitor progress toward EHE goals and ensure alignment with established work plans and timelines.
• Ensures grant budget is kept in line with agency priorities .
• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Gathers, compiles and analyzes grant related information.
• May participate as a member of internal and external committees and task forces to assess policies, procedures, and programs.
• Prepares and analyzes operational reports or other data.
• Facilitate collaboration across jurisdictions to strengthen regional and statewide HIV response efforts.
• Represent the program in meetings, workgroups, and external engagements related to EHE activities.

Additional Information:
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
BENEFITS
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Prgm Consultant 1 (GSP090) or any other combination of education and professional experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job.