North Carolina
Improving Community Outcomes For Maternal and Infant Health Program Manager
North Carolina, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
**Agency**Dept of Health and Human Services**Division**Public Health**Job Classification Title**Program Coordinator IV (NS)**Position Number**65024282**Grade**NC14The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.**Description of Work**This position manages and oversees the Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health (ICO4MCH) Program within the Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section of the Division of Public Health. The role ensures implementation of evidence-based strategies and the collective impact framework to improve birth outcomes, reduce infant mortality, and enhance health for children ages 0–5 across nine North Carolina counties. Responsibilities include program guidance, contract development, monitoring, and technical assistance for local health department partners. The position also coordinates training and collaborates with the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Public Health to evaluate program effectiveness. Work is performed under limited supervision and requires strong program management and analytical skills.
Key Duties Include:
- Manage and oversee all aspects of the ICO4MCH Program to ensure compliance with program goals and objectives.
- Develop, negotiate, and execute contracts with local health departments and partner organizations.
- Monitor funded sites through regular reviews, site visits, and performance assessments to ensure adherence to program standards.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to local health department partners on program implementation and best practices.
- Coordinate and facilitate training sessions for ICO4MCH-funded sites to build capacity and improve program outcomes.
- Collaborate with the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Public Health to design and implement program evaluation activities.
- Analyze program data and prepare reports to assess effectiveness and inform decision-making.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and state stakeholders to support program objectives and sustainability.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies governing maternal and child health programs.
- Identify opportunities for program improvement and recommend strategies to enhance service delivery and outcomes.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade Range: $50,633.00 - $88,607.00*Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.**The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:** Demonstrated experience managing multi-site public health programs using evidence-based strategies and collective impact frameworks at an expert level.* Proven proficiency in developing, negotiating, and administering contracts with local health departments and community-based organizations, ensuring compliance and accountability.* Advanced skill in analyzing program performance data and preparing comprehensive evaluation reports to inform strategic decision-making.* Experienced in coordinating and facilitating training sessions for diverse stakeholders, including local health department staff and community partners.* Documented experience in building and sustaining collaborative relationships with state agencies, academic institutions, and local organizations to achieve program objectives.This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.## **Physical Requirements**Must be capable of lifting at least 10 pounds, viewing a computer screen, and sitting and standing for long periods of time, and driving a state-owned or personal vehicle to attend local, regional, and out-of-state meetings, site visits and trainings.## **About the NC Division of Public Health:**The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.## **About The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section:**The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section develops and promotes programs and services that protect the health and well-being of infants and of women during their child-bearing years. The goal is to improve the overall health of women, reduce infant sickness and death, and strengthen families and communities.## **Compensation and Benefits:**The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for .## **Supplemental Contact Information**The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.
We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
For more information about DHHS: .DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor’s , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.
We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
*Application Process*
**Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.**
*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.* If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.* Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.* Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.
Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Duties Include:
- Manage and oversee all aspects of the ICO4MCH Program to ensure compliance with program goals and objectives.
- Develop, negotiate, and execute contracts with local health departments and partner organizations.
- Monitor funded sites through regular reviews, site visits, and performance assessments to ensure adherence to program standards.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to local health department partners on program implementation and best practices.
- Coordinate and facilitate training sessions for ICO4MCH-funded sites to build capacity and improve program outcomes.
- Collaborate with the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Public Health to design and implement program evaluation activities.
- Analyze program data and prepare reports to assess effectiveness and inform decision-making.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and state stakeholders to support program objectives and sustainability.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies governing maternal and child health programs.
- Identify opportunities for program improvement and recommend strategies to enhance service delivery and outcomes.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade Range: $50,633.00 - $88,607.00*Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.**The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:** Demonstrated experience managing multi-site public health programs using evidence-based strategies and collective impact frameworks at an expert level.* Proven proficiency in developing, negotiating, and administering contracts with local health departments and community-based organizations, ensuring compliance and accountability.* Advanced skill in analyzing program performance data and preparing comprehensive evaluation reports to inform strategic decision-making.* Experienced in coordinating and facilitating training sessions for diverse stakeholders, including local health department staff and community partners.* Documented experience in building and sustaining collaborative relationships with state agencies, academic institutions, and local organizations to achieve program objectives.This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.## **Physical Requirements**Must be capable of lifting at least 10 pounds, viewing a computer screen, and sitting and standing for long periods of time, and driving a state-owned or personal vehicle to attend local, regional, and out-of-state meetings, site visits and trainings.## **About the NC Division of Public Health:**The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.## **About The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section:**The Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section develops and promotes programs and services that protect the health and well-being of infants and of women during their child-bearing years. The goal is to improve the overall health of women, reduce infant sickness and death, and strengthen families and communities.## **Compensation and Benefits:**The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for .## **Supplemental Contact Information**The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.
We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
For more information about DHHS: .DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor’s , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.
We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
*Application Process*
**Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.**
*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.* If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.* Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.* Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.
Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr