Public Health Consultant 12 - WIC Systems Requirement Coordinator

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This is an advanced level position that functions as the recognized resource for WIC system requirements and is the coordinator for various functions that have significant impact within the organization.  The advanced level analyst is responsible for coordinating WIC system requirements using analytical processes to manage the Michigan WIC eligibility system/MI-WIC, the WIC Client Connect Platform, the EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) host and other WIC system related functions. This position provides direct consultation regarding system functionalities to other entities. This position is the Single Point of Contact between all other state programs and WIC systems, functioning as the Liaison between the program functional areas of public health programs and WIC systems. Additionally, the advanced level analyst acts as the Liaison between Local WIC agencies and the WIC systems providing consultation and training to local agency staff and management. This position plays the role of the Project Manager for System Requirements for all functional areas of the program.
 
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To be considered for this position you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).  We accept scanned copies of official transcripts.  We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.  Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.  See instructions for attaching files here:  Instructions

Education
Possession of a master's degree in public health, health communication, health policy or a public health-related field such as nursing, epidemiology, health education, health economics, dietetics/nutrition management, genetics, or speech and audiology; a master's degree in social work; master's degree in counseling; master's degree in special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master's degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration.

Experience

Public Health Consultant 12

Three years of professional experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Public Health Consultant P11.Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 320 South Walnut Street, Lansing, Michigan 48933.  Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.  
 

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work.  Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. 
 
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
 
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
 
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
 
For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
 
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