The Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) is hiring a contractual Health Program Specialist located in Reno, Nevada. Under the direction of the Health Program Manager this position will support grant funded programs for opioid use initiatives, with programs for prevention, treatment, and recovery services for opioid use disorder. This will include working with community partners to ensure effective programming is monitored, gaps are addressed, and outreach occurs as required. This position will conduct partner engagement, ensuring collaboration in the areas of funding. The target audience for opioid use initiatives through NDVS is specific to Nevada Veterans and family members of Nevada Veterans. Responsibilities and Standards Serve as the Health Program Specialist (subject matter expert) for the Nevada Department of Veterans Services Opioid Response grant Working knowledge of Grant Program and any subgrantees principles and practices Working knowledge of general grant administration procedures Ability to establish community connections and collaborate with community partners on grant goals Ability to conduct outreach, identify and refer eligible veteran population to grant related services Assist with gathering and review of grant specific data to include subgrantee data Contribute to program planning, implementation, development, and evaluation Collect, analyze, and interpret public health data for use by grant team Knowledge and understanding of how funds are received & expended related to program operations Ability to prepare reports, recommendations, and justifications Other relevant duties as assigned Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a public health, health science, behavioral science or closely related field applicable to the program area and two years of professional health-related experience which may include the following areas: researching, collecting and analyzing data and statistics, developing objectives, protocols and procedures; providing health education services to target groups or the general public; evaluating program effectiveness and accomplishment of desired outcomes to meet federal, agency, or other standards and guidelines; providing prevention, identification or treatment services to individuals or populations who have been diagnosed or are at risk of contracting life and health threatening diseases and/or conditions; and/or investigation and prevention of communicable or chronic diseases. Valid drivers' license required. State of Nevada/FBI fingerprint-based background check required at time of appointment. The position is grant funded through June, 2027, with potential for extended funding. $31.00 - $34.00 per hour DOE. Work Schedule - In-Person, 40 hours per week, variable schedule to include occasional weekends and evenings. This position is geographically located in Reno, Nevada.

Pay:

$31.00 - $34.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person