Public Health Program Director

Location: 710 James Robertson Parkway 7th Floor Andrew Johnson Tower Nashville, Tennessee 37243

Description:
The Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Family Health and Wellness is seeking a Public Health Program Director 2 to work within the Reproductive Women's Health section. The PHPD2 will:

• Support the Maternal Health Task Force & Subcommittee.
• Serve as the primary coordinator for the Maternal Health Task Force and its subcommittees.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate regular meetings, workgroup discussions, and strategic planning sessions.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, maintain documentation, and track action items.
• Provide technical assistance and logistical support to Task Force members to advance maternal health initiatives.
• Support communication and collaboration between the Task Force, subcommittees, and key partners.
• Contract Management & Compliance
• Manage and monitor contracts related to the Maternal Health Innovation Grant and associated programs.
• Ensure contractors meet performance expectations, deliverables, and timely invoicing requirements.
• Review and process contract documents, amendments, and invoices in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with procurement and fiscal teams to ensure smooth contract administration.

Program Oversight & Support

• Assist in the implementation and evaluation of Maternal Health Innovation grant activities.
• Monitor program progress and outcomes, ensuring alignment with grant objectives.
• Prepare and submit program reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and address program challenges and recommend strategies for continuous improvement.

This position is hybrid with anticipated in-office attendance in Nashville, TN. Travel to Nashville, TN central office is non-reimbursable. The position is renewable through September 2027.