Health Planning Specialist I, II, or III

Job Description:

Health Planning Specialist I, II, or III

Description

Job Posting Title
Health Planning Specialist I, II, or III

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 District 6

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
August 18, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
The annual salary for this position is up to $65,000.00, based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location : Chickasha - 205 W Chickasha Ave

Salary : up to $65,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time : Full time

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Primary Hours : 8-5

Position Description:

The Health Planning Specialist III supports the development and coordination of community-based public health programs. This role leads specific community engagement initiatives, supports CHA/CHIP facilitation, builds strategic partnerships, and assists with program evaluation and grant support.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:

• Lead coalition-building efforts to support public health programs and wellness initiatives.
  
• Independently coordinate portions of the Community Engagement and Planning team's activities.
  
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting for CHA/CHIP processes.
  
• Conducts program and community need assessments to inform strategic priorities.
  
• Assist with grant implementation, reporting, budget tracking, and purchasing.
  
• Develop and implement community outreach and communication plans in collaboration with team leadership.
  
• Establish and maintain strong external partnerships to enhance public health initiatives.
  
• Provide consultation and support to internal staff, community partners, and coalition members.
  
• Prepare and present programmatic reports with findings and recommendations for improvements.
  
• Support community engagement and health planning team in all community engagement activities.
  
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
  
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I: Requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in a social science field, business or public administration, health care administration, health planning or statistics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional experience in one of the above fields for each thirty semester hours of the required education.

Level II: Requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in the social science field, business or public administration, health care administration, health planning or statistics and one year of professional experience in health planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level III: Requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in social science, business or public administration, health care administration, health planning or statistics and three years of professional experience in health planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
  
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
  

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Oklahoma health services system, including regional programs; of socioeconomic influences on health service supply, distribution and utilization patterns; of research methods and design, including social science survey and questionnaire use; of health care facilities and the variables affecting operational costs; of standard statistical measures of health care service levels; and of the functions and inter-relationships of public and private social welfare agencies, health agencies and health planning organizations. Ability is required to identify various health care constituencies; to research and present recommendations to public and professional bodies; to explain controversial recommendations; and to use computerized databases.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .