HEALTH PLANNER

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this classification is to serve as a resource for the design, implementation, and evaluation of all programs and initiatives under the Community Health Division.

Essential Functions

Health Planner is responsible for the following essential functions:

• Facilitate the implementation of the PHAB framework for health education and health promotion.
• Serve a lead role in developing and updating the Community Health
  Division's Maternal and Child Health Outreach Plan
• Receive and research input concerning expressed health problems which might require Health Department resources.
• Analyze information to determine those problems needing resources and make recommendations in relation to the magnitude of problems and risks to the public.
• Identify and rank potential program solutions with consideration to effectiveness and cost.
• Compile information on resources, funding, facilities, equipment and staff resources available for various programs
• Assist with identifying evaluation methods for program implementation.
• Assist with plans for departmental program development and funding.
• Proactively identify potential grant resources and assist Community Health management in grant development; prepare and maintain a variety of records appropriate to health planning and related financial applications.
• Strategically foster partnerships with community stakeholders in order to enhance program and grant development opportunities.
• Work in a variety of programs within the Health Department
• Local and occasional overnight travel are required
• Respond to and report immediately if called upon by local, regional or central office supervisors, as part of a coordinated emergency response by the Knox County Mayor’s Office
• Ensure regular, punctual attendance during scheduled work hours.
• Perform other duties as required
  

Minimum Training & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Planning, Public Health, Business Management, or Public Administration
• Minimum of three years’ related experience in program management or related field
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid TN State Driver’s License
  

Specialized Knowledge

• N/A
  

Competencies

• Basic understanding of computers, printers and other office equipment
• Must be proficient in Windows OS and Microsoft Office
• Ability to focus and demonstrate great attention to detail.
• Ability to identify, interpret and utilize data resources to guide health planning efforts.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team and individually with limited supervision.
• Solve moderately complex technical, professional, and management problems.
• Facilitate both internal and external meetings.
• Ability to communicate moderately complex information verbally and in writing effectively.
• Able to interpret and utilize data sources to guide health planning efforts.
• Must be proficient in Windows OS and Microsoft Office
• Basic understanding of grant writing and management, including but not limited to budgeting, adherence to scope of work/program fidelity, and revision of work plans.
• Assist in Community Health management team in identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships to improve health outcomes
  

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to engage in occasional light physical activity.
  

Occupational Hazards

• N/A

Knox County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Knox County Government may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.