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University of Rochester

$23.27 - $32.60/hr

Public Health Project Specialist II will work on large pediatric research projects in a variety of settings (e.g., office, virtual platform, emergency department) with broad latitude for autonomy and ...

Ripple Effect

Project Manager (Public Health)

Rockville, MD · Remote

$118K - $135K/yr

Ripple Effect is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Public Health to support the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This senior‑level role provides strategic and operational ...

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How much do public health project jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for public health project in the United States is $58.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.68 and $68.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a public health project?

A public health project is an organized initiative aimed at improving the health and well-being of communities through targeted interventions, education, and research. These projects can address a wide range of health issues, such as disease prevention, health promotion, or access to healthcare services. Public health projects are typically designed and implemented by public health professionals, governmental agencies, or non-profit organizations, and often involve collaboration with community members and stakeholders. Their ultimate goal is to create lasting positive changes in population health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a public health project manager?

To thrive as a Public Health Project Manager, you need expertise in public health principles, project management, data analysis, and a relevant degree such as an MPH or related field. Familiarity with tools like project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana), statistical analysis programs (e.g., SPSS, SAS), and certifications like PMP can be highly beneficial. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills help drive project success and foster collaboration. These skills ensure effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health initiatives that positively impact communities.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working on public health projects, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals involved in Public Health Projects often encounter challenges such as coordinating with diverse stakeholders, managing limited resources, and adapting to rapidly changing public health data. Effective communication skills and flexibility are essential to navigate these complexities. Building strong partnerships with community organizations and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of public health trends can help address these challenges and ensure project success.

What is the difference between Public Health Project vs Public Health Coordinator?

AspectPublic Health ProjectPublic Health Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Public Health or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Public Health or related field
Work EnvironmentProject-based settings, community outreach, research sitesHealthcare facilities, community organizations, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, research institutions

Public Health Projects involve planning, implementing, and evaluating specific health initiatives, often focusing on research or community programs. Public Health Coordinators oversee and manage these projects, ensuring smooth operations and stakeholder coordination. While both roles require similar credentials and work environments, Projects are more focused on specific initiatives, whereas Coordinators handle ongoing management and communication tasks.

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Infographic showing various Public Health Project job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,388 per year, or $58.8 per hour.

Public Health Project Coordinator

DRT Strategies, Inc.

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview
DRT Strategies delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to large federal agencies, state and local government and commercial clients in health care, technology, and financial services industries.
The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.
We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.
Project Description:
DRT provides GIS solutions to address diverse, complex, and emerging problems within the public health domains of environmental health, infectious disease, chronic disease, and emergency preparedness/response. Our support includes the design, development, and enhancements of internal and external applications, websites, and database solutions with geospatial components. Our team develops innovative data capture and analysis techniques in the field to enhance emergency response efforts all around the world.
Job Summary:
The GIS Project Coordinator will lead a team of GIS Developers and Technologists to drive team direction, manage issues with leadership, and interface directly with public health scientists, web developers, and UX/UI designers. The Project Coordinator provides project management functions to public health, data, and geospatial technology projects.
Responsibilities:
  • Leads all project management domains over the entire lifecycle of, public health, geospatial technology projects from planning to close-out
  • Coordinates and tracks performance of cross-functional teams comprised of researchers, programmers, designers, testers, and communication specialists
  • Develops partner-specific project plans to develop or enhance interactive mapping websites, data visualizations, and widgets
  • Manages relationships within cross-functional project teams and external partners
  • Coordinates and oversees the definition of project scope and objectives based on user needs, capacity, and a thorough understanding of business need and industry requirements
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to define product requirements, milestones, deliverables, timelines, and execution strategy
  • Provides testing, debugging and resolution for application issues
  • Analyzes business and user needs, documents requirements, and translates them into proper system requirement specifications
  • Writes and maintain project documentation such as meeting notes, project charters, change requests, project enhancements, and clearance documents
  • Creates and maintains project schedule and progress reports
  • Leads weekly and bi-weekly project meetings and present project milestones to stakeholders
Required Experience:
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Public Trust with the US federal government
  • Experience with the full ESRI GIS stack, including ArcGIS Pro, Enterprise, and Desktop
  • At least five years of experience supporting public health projects
  • At least ten years' leading IT development or analytical projects or with collaborating with technical teams
  • Knowledge of Agile processes, Azure DevOps, JIRA or other project management platforms commonly used in software development
  • Must have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Must be well-organized, proactive, and works well in a team-setting
  • Skilled in communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborators
  • Skilled in translating public health information, data, and concepts to functional technical requirements
Preferred Experience:
  • Recent experience with CDC environment and standards: SDLC, technical architecture, release processes
  • Experience with DevOps or DevSecOps
Education & Training:
  • Bachelor's Degree in information technology, public health, GIS, or related field; Master's of Public Health preferred
Work Authorization, Clearance Requirement, & Additional Information:
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Public Trust clearance. Due to contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to be eligible.
  • No agencies, third parties, or Corp-to-Corp submissions.
Salary Range:
  • $40/hour - $55/hour
  • Salary commensurate with experience.

DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) follows the guidelines outlined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to provide all employees and qualified applicants employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HR@drtstrategies.com, or by dialing 571-482-2517.
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