Rural Health Grant Coordinator (Human Services Program Consultant - PN 20098759) - Field ( 2600077Z )

Organization :

Health Agency Contact Name and Information :

Steven G. HR will contact you if selected for interview.

Unposting Date :

Oct 11, 2026, 3:59:00

AM Primary Location :

United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County Compensation :

$32.69

Schedule :

Full-time Work Hours :

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Classified Indicator :

Classified Union :

1199

Primary Job Skill :

Human Services Technical Skills :

Professional, Public Health Professional Skills :

Analyzation, Consultation, Establishing Relationships, Presenting Agency Overview Rural Health Grant Coordinator (Human Services Program Consultant)

About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) focuses on systems changes to eliminate population-level disparities in Ohio.

•This position is designated as a "field" position and will require extensive travel in Northern Ohio.

Job Duties What You'll Do:

The Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) is seeking one (1) dedicated Human Services Program Consultant to support the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a statewide initiative aimed at improving health outcomes and addressing unmet health needs in Ohio's rural communities.

Job duties include:

Provide program consultation, technical assistance, and ongoing support to RHTP ‑ funded communities. Review programmatic and budget reports for compliance and prepare summaries for state and federal partners. Monitor funded entities through site visits, phone communication, and reporting forms to ensure eligibility and adherence to program requirements. Develop and present program materials such as fact sheets, applications, guidance documents, and web content. Assist communities in achieving objectives related to diabetes prevention, hypertension management, improved nutrition, and increased physical activity Plan and facilitate workshops, trainings, conferences, and technical assistance sessions based on identified community needs. Assess rural community needs by evaluating outcome and funding reports, identifying trends, and connecting organizations to resources Support grant development, contract management, invoice review, budget revisions, RFP creation, and funding recommendations. Maintain program guidelines, policy manuals, required records, newsletters, and reports. Respond to inquiries from healthcare professionals, program participants, government officials, and the public. Utilize GMIS 2.0, WISE, Clear Impact, and other systems to analyze data and generate reports. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is an hourly position , with a pay range of 12 on the 1199 Pay Range Schedule. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees

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Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

•Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications Position Qualifications:

Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field; AND 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider. -Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field; AND 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

•Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: Bachelor's or advanced degree in social or behavioral sciences, medical or health related field Certified Health Education Specialist Experience planning and managing population health programs related to diabetes, hypertension, nutrition and/or physical activity Experience providing consultation/technical assistance to health care and/or community health centers in rural areas to improve patient outcomes and workflows Experience aligning programmatic strategies with intended health-behavior outcomes Experience in program budgeting Experience developing performance measures Experience managing grants and providing technical assistance to grantees Experience analyzing program evaluations and making adjustments to programs Experience writing technical reports, articles, web content and/or correspondence Experience preparing and delivering presentations All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.

Job Skills:

Human Services Technical:

Public Health, Professional Professional:

Analyzation, Establishing Relationships, Consultation, Presenting

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Supplemental Information Supplemental Information:

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 12, Step 1 of the union (SEIU/1199) Pay Range Schedule ($32.69 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($34.35) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.