What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Planner position at City of Waco?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-01001
Department : HEALTH SERVICES
Division : Community Nursing
Opening Date : 01 / 03 / 2025
Summary
Starting Salary $23.86 Per Hour - Depending on Qualifications
Grant Funded Position - On Site Position
The City of Waco Seeks
A dedicated and proactive Public Health Planner to join our Public Health Department. This position plays a vital role in enhancing our community's preparedness for public health emergencies and ensuring the effective coordination of response efforts. The successful candidate will assist in the development and maintenance of Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) plans, manage inventory for emergency equipment, conduct training programs, and collaborate with community partners and regional agencies. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about public health and emergency preparedness.
Minimum Qualifications
Required :
- Bachelors Degree in Risk Management, Health Policy, Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance, Urban & Regional Planning, Public Health, Nursing, Business or Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field
- 2 years of experience in Public Health Programs or Emergency / Health Planning
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
If BSN, professional registration as Registered Nurse by the Texas Board of Nursing is required
Preferred :
Position Overview
Under general supervision, assists with developing and implementing Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) plans for coordinated responses to public health emergencies.
Essential Functions
City-wide emergency.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page .
Why Work For Waco :
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Do you have a Bachelors Degree (or higher) in Risk Management, Health Policy, Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance, Urban & Regional Planning, Public Health, Nursing, Business or Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field?
If a BSN, do you hold professional registration as Registered Nurse by the Texas Board of Nursing?
Do you have at least 2 years of experience in public health programs or emergency / health planning listed on your application?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Are you a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)?
Required Question
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