Public Health Consultant-A - Health and Wellness - Data Evaluation and Reimbursement Unit Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4682054) Apply  Public Health Consultant-A - Health and Wellness - Data Evaluation and Reimbursement Unit Salary $32.67 - $46.97 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 3901-24-PH-HW-210-FILL-2 Department Health and Human Services - Central Office Opening Date 11/12/2024 Closing Date 11/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description **This position is being reposted. If you have already applied, there is no need to apply again** The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit ourMDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdhhs/MDHHS\_Diversity\_Equity\_and\_Inclusion\_Plan\_649033\_7.pdf) This first advanced level position serves as the Cancer Evaluation Public Health Consultant and is the recognized resource evaluation consultant for the healthcare programs implemented by the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Section, including the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program (BC3NP) and Michigan Colorectal Cancer Control Program (CRCCP). The Cancer Evaluation Public Health Consultant will coordinate and design evaluation activities related to the (CRCCP) and the BC3NP federal grant requirements. This Cancer Evaluation Consultant will develop evaluation materials, reports and other documents for these complex Cancer Prevention and Control Section programs, projects, and services. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD.PBHLCSTAB21R.pdf) Job Specification 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 (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/New\_Online\_Employment\_Application\_Guide\_-\_First\_Time\_User\_446027\_7.pdf) Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a master's degree in public health, health communication, health services administration, community development, urban planning, population and health sciences, international studies, political science, 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 education or special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master’s degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration. A concentration in evaluation as part of a master’s degree or notable experience in evaluation is highly desired, especially evaluation of public health programs. Experience 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. Additional Requirements and Information 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. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. For information about this specific position, please emailMDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line. Follow us onLinkedInfor more job opportunities! MDHHSJobs #MDHHSJobs #Veteranfriendly #CareersWithPurpose #CommunityHeroes MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 PBHLCST - Do you possess 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. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. + Yes + No 02 PBHLCSTA – Do you possess at least three years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant? + Yes + No 03 *Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply. + I have been dismissed within the last two years + I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years + I have been suspended without pay within the last two years + I have received a written reprimand within the last two years + I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years + I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years + I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me 04 *Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 05 *Did you attach a copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 06 *Do you have any objection to being fingerprinted or drug tested? + Yes + No 07 *Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Department of Human Services Central Registry? + Yes + No 08 *Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services? + Yes + No 09 Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a Public Health Consultant-A interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location? + Yes + No 10 *From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.) + A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee + A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status + A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee + A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status + None of the above 11 Describe in detail any recent professional experience you have related to public health program evaluation. 12 Describe the difference between process and outcome evaluation. Provide an example of each, including evaluation tools you have developed. If you do not possess this experience, write "N/A". If your response does not fit in the box below, please write "see attachment" in the box and attach your response as a separate document to your application materials. 13 Why is it important to evaluate public health programs? 14 As evaluation consultant, you work with a program partner that has had repeated delays in submitting evaluation data needed for the annual program report to CDC. Develop an email message that could be sent to the community partner, about the evaluation data needed for the report. 15 Please select the years of experience you possess with public health program evaluation. + None + Less than 1 year + 1 to 2 years + 3 to 4 years + 5 years or more 16 From the list below, please select the following programs you have working knowledge or experience with: + MS Excel + SPSS + SAS + Power BI + Arc GIS + None of the above 17 How important is diversity to you, and what value does it bring? Required Question Agency State of Michigan Department Health and Human Services - Central Office Address Office of Human Resources 235 S. Grand Ave. Lansing, Michigan, 48933 Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email