Program Coordinator -Health Department

_As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility._ Job Description: * _Collaborate and consult with each Division within the Health Department to complete staff training on emergency preparedness and response roles and responsibilities in a public health emergency._ * _Create and maintain annual integrated preparedness training plans._ * _Conduct annual integrated preparedness planning workshops with stakeholders._ * _Complete all after-action reports and improvement plans based on outcomes of real events, full-scale exercises, and tabletop discussion exercises._ * _Coordinate and complete all identified improvement items listed in the improvement matrix and report the completion to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment._ * _Assign and schedule leadership and management advanced classes in the incident command system with direct relations to their assigned command role._ * _Identify and present new training opportunities to all staff members and management._ * _Create and conduct all Emergency Preparedness and Response exercises and trainings in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Federal Emergency Management Agency guidelines, and local laws and ordinances._ * _Assist the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning Coordinator in reviewing and updating current plans, procedures, and policies._ * _Ensure health equity is a constant consideration in the planning and operations of all emergency mitigation and response activities._ * _Seeks input from community organizations and individuals (e.g., religious organizations, schools, social service organizations, hospitals, government, community-based organizations, various populations served) when updating or creating new mitigation and response trainings and exercises._ * _Meet with local business and preparedness stakeholders to complete site visits and training on becoming closed POD partners with standing MOUs._    * _Work in partnership with the Kansas Metro Health Care Coalition and the Mid-America Regional Council for planning and collaboration with all the regional hospitals, EMS services, and the Emergency Managers._ * _Maintain a constant state of response readiness as outlined in the 15 response capabilities and the operational readiness requirements._ * _Monitor all hospitals in the region for surge capacity and respond to needs on behalf of the Health Department._ * _Maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual updates for the communications systems for accurate drills, exercises, and accountability._ * _Create internal communications policies and procedures and train internal staff in the appropriate use of communications policies and procedures._ * _Meet with all new Health Department staff members to complete division-specific orientation training._ * _Perform the duties of the Kansas Train Learning Management System Administrator and create training accounts for all staff members._ * _Provide technical assistance for all Health Department staff on the operation of the Kansas Train System._ * _Provide technical assistance in the completion of all training classes or courses._ * _Monitor, service, and account for all Emergency Preparedness and Response equipment purchased with grant and county funds._ * _Follow the Unified Government procurement procedures and purchasing standards to ensure responsible use of resources._ * _Carry out the responsibilities and duties in directing and coordinating the logistics, design, set-up, demobilization, and operations for off-site point of distribution locations._ * _Maintain an understanding of the various processes and procedures of all positions in the Health Department incident command system._ * _Support and assist in creating Health Department policies and procedures._ * _Accept additional assignments as requested by management, including project management and tasks._ * _Maintain professional and cordial interactions with community partners, staff, and others at all times._ * _Participate in continuous quality improvement efforts._ * _Comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including full confidentiality of protected health information._ * _Assume a public health emergency role as necessary or requested by management._ * _Uphold Health Department standards and values, ensuring solid ethical standards are practiced._ * _Attend required Human Resources trainings and complete required annual trainings._ * _Ensure Health Department staff members complete the UG training requirements._ * _Attend meetings as required or requested._ * _Other duties as assigned._ **Qualifications:** Bachelor’s degree in public health, Education or a related field and two years of related program experience that _includes emergency preparedness and response, emergency planning, emergency management, or developing training plans_; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as such as those listed above. Software _knowledge of programs utilized (e.g., Microsoft Suite products, Adobe products, video conferencing, financial software, proprietary software, and others-)_ _Knowledge of general office equipment. (copier, scanner, fax, etc.). Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Knowledge of principles, methods, procedures, and strategies concerning emergency preparedness, training course design and presentation, and community relations programs. Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations displaying tact, diplomacy, and discretion. High standards of confidentiality. Excellent customer service skills. Extreme attention to details and time management. Effective communicator (verbal, written and body language) Business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Write concise and explanatory documents, proposals, and articles Presentation skills Interpret a variety of instructions either written, oral, diagram, schedule, or electronic formats Ability to prioritize and manage work effectively and efficiently to accomplish tasks while multi-tasking and delivering exceptional service. Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance._ **Hours:** * _Normal working hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm, excluding holidays_ * _After-hours, holidays, and weekend duties may be required during emergency responses, community engagements, and mitigation efforts._ Salary Range: $27.54 _The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce._ **If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email [email protected].** Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS