Program Coordinator - Public Health

San Miguel County, Colorado
JOB POSTING

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Program Coordinator

Department: Public Health

Job Title: Program Coordinator

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation Hiring Range: Grade 22, Steps 3-6 ($25.45 - $27.41 per hour)

Location: Miramonte Building (Telluride, CO)

Position Summary

The full-time, non-exempt Program Coordinator position will report directly to the Public Health Director, and will be classified as a Grade 22. As a full-time position, the Program Coordinator is eligible for all County-sponsored insurance and benefit plans as summarized in SMC 2025 Summary of Benefits link, subject to applicable waiting periods.

The position will be primarily based out of the County’s Miramonte Building, and Telluride, Colorado.

Supervision Received: Receives direct supervision from the Public Health Director.

Supervision Exercised: This position possesses no supervisory responsibilities, but will require frequent interaction with the general public.

Job Description

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. San Miguel County retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to, the following:

Programmatic

• Works to meet goals and objectives of grant programs, including substance use, tobacco cessation, mental health, and immunizations as directed.
• Assist in administrative functions of clinical work which includes: Managing appointments for direct services and Public Health clinics i.e. collects patient information; enters data into electronic systems, travels to occasional clinics.
• Manages the Vital Records Program (birth and death certificates); issues certificates upon request and coordinates with CDPHE when necessary.
• Assist with written reports, letters, and other documents; supports and collaborates on community outreach events, coalitions, and external meetings as directed by the Public Health Director.
• Provides public health education to the general public, schools, local businesses, and other health related organizations. Areas of focus include tobacco cessation, harm reduction, sexual health and substance use.
• Develops and manages social media content related to public health topics.
• Builds and maintains relationships with key community stakeholders including patients, providers, not for profits, school districts and other government entities.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Administrative

• Performs administrative duties including answering the telephone, assisting the public with general questions, responding to voicemails and public health emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Responsible for the clerical support functions within the Public Health Department including the organization and maintenance of filing systems and equipment, implementing procedures for programs and patient information documentation, orders and maintaining office supplies.
• Updates databases and reporting forms.
• Responsible for physical mail, sorting invoices, and ensuring the accuracy of invoices and bills and month-to-date calculations. Coordinates accounts payable with the Finance and Treasures office as well as third-party vendors.

Desired Knowledge, Skills &Abilities

• Bi-lingual proficiency, both verbally and in writing Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Must be organized and possess the ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritize workflow and assignments as work situations and needs change.
• Knowledgeable and proficient in general office management.
• Possesses strong office technology and computer skills; ability to learn and effectively and accurately use various software programs related to the tasks, duties, and responsibilities required of the position.
• Possesses a high level of attention to detail and able to work independently.
• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills in public health, environmental health, and community collaboration.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally as well as in a variety of written formats, including live and virtual presentations.
• Possesses knowledge and experience working and living in a rural community.
• Experience working directly with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Be a team player and possess the ability to foster and cultivate positive, effective, and trustworthy professional relationships with all County employees and the general public.
• Possesses strong reasoning and analytical skills; must be able to make rational decisions through sound logical and deductive reasoning processes to make sound judgments, decision making, and problem-solving.
• Must be honest, truthful, positive, and trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity.

Education & Experience

• A high-school diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Business, Public Administration or a related field is preferred.
• (4) years of experience in office management, community outreach, public health, or an equivalent field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of educational and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of the positions.
• Experience working within the public sector, especially local government, is strongly preferred.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.

Special Requirements

• As part of your duties as a county employee, you may be called upon to perform duties outside your day-to-day activities in order to support county emergency operations. All county employees are required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within the first 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive, pre-employment criminal background and motor vehicle check.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of consecutive time at a desk work station while viewing multiple computer monitors; use hands and fingers to handle or

Feel, and reach with hands or arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Must be able to respond to customers’ needs and perform tasks requiring extensive hand and eye coordination. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Physical ability and mobility to drive a motor vehicle to and from meetings and traverse uneven and rugged terrain as required.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires work to be performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing, cabinets, and fax, machines. Ability to tolerate and be productive in a quiet to moderate noise level in the workplace. Work will also be performed in both a clinical and/or field setting that may have unpredictable requirements or demands and require the use of personal protection equipment (PPE), community settings, and the ability to navigate uneven terrain. Work environments may include at times working and operating a vehicle in severe weather conditions, especially during the winter season.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. All applications must be submitted online. Select the Apply Online link, (creating an account is recommended) answer all application questions in steps 1-6. Candidates are required to attach a resume and cover letter (in step one). Please ensure all requested items are submitted and completed for consideration. Upon receiving your completed application, you will receive an email from noreply@civicplus confirming your application has been received.

San Miguel County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.45 - $27.41 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $27