Public Health Program Associate

Job Description:

Public Health Program Associate

Description

Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Dr., Jefferson City, MO, 65109.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Office of Dental Health is seeking an individual who is committed to high-quality work and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment. This entry-level professional position will work as part of a collaborative team to ensure program coordination which will help Missouri communities make lasting changes to improve oral health.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Assist in the planning, promotion, and implementation of the Preventive Services Program (PSP), a school based oral health program, and other programs for the Office of Dental Health (ODH).
• Function as part of the ODH team to assist programs with day to day operations, including ordering supplies, processing invoices, contract monitoring, and collecting, tracking, and reviewing data for quality using excel.
• Respond to partner and public questions about oral health.
• Promote office programs at events and meetings, and in written communications.
• Assist in the design and development of forms and educational materials.
• Assist in monitoring ODH contracts and providing technical assistance to contractors on contract-related questions.
• Assist with advancement of ODH strategic goals and initiatives through participation in staff meetings, committees, and other events as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (Substations may be allowed)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• High level of communication skills.
• Ability to work on projects independently and show initiative within a team environment.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Gwen Sullentrup at (573) 526-1563 or Gwen.Sullentrup@health.mo.gov

Salary:

$45,000.00 per Year