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  Bachelor’s degree in public service administration, psychology, sociology, or social work or a human service programmatic field, from an appropriately accredited institution;
• Strong analytical and presentation skills to synthesize, comprehend, and recapitulate complex information.
• Strong writing and communications skills.
• Demonstrated project management, organization and planning skills applied in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Proven decision making and problem-solving capabilities with strong follow up skills and attention to detail.
• Strong self-direction and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with many teams and organizations on a diverse set of topics.
• Demonstrated responsibility and leadership in a public health or related program.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, demonstrating customer service and servant leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and supporting a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a complex environment while balancing multiple competing priorities.
• Strong judgment and decision making, analytical skills; business intuition and acumen.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

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  Manage public health workforce program development associated with vendor contracts.
• Plan for and develop a Public Health Workforce Committee for internal retention programs.
• Act as an advisor on public health recruitment, retention and training development for state and local health departments.
• Review public health educational content to tailor and support workforce training needs.
• Facilitate internal and external workforce assessment processes.
• Coordinate peer to peer support networks to engage and retain staff.
• Create and manage the scope of work for workforce program contracts with vendors.
• Apply knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and planning to job duties.
• Communicate effectively with professional and administrative personnel.
• Coordinate and oversee the development of briefing materials in preparation of speeches, talking points, slides, emails, and memos.
• Conduct literature reviews and research as needed to inform programmatic opportunities.
• Provide administrative and analytical support for case escalations.
• Attend key meetings and track follow up items.
• Assist in the establishment of goals, objectives, and timelines for key cross functional programs and initiatives that advance the Department’s strategic plan.
• Serve as a liaison between programs involved in a special project or strategic initiative.