Asthma Control Partnership and Outreach Coordinator

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Functional Title: Asthma Control Partnership and Outreach Coordinator 
Job Title: Program Specialist V 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Tobacco Asthma & Cancer 
Posting Number: 12871 
Closing Date: 01/28/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Community and Social Services 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21 
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $5,888.50 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 15% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM) 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Under the general direction of the Manager for the Tobacco, Asthma, and Cancer (TAC) Branch in the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, serves as the Asthma Control Partnership and Outreach Coordinator (Program Specialist V) of the Texas Asthma Control Program (TACP). This position performs advanced (senior-level) consultative and technical assistance work, including planning, development, and implementation of TACP activities. Coordinates, supports, and facilitates the statewide asthma control coalition, the Texas Asthma Control Collaborative (TACC), and its workgroups to implement the Strategic Plan for Asthma Control in Texas. Responsible for federal grant deliverables and activities related to TACC, partnerships, and communications, including program implementation and cross collaboration with other TACP efforts. Assists in federal grant writing, work plan development and monitoring, reporting, and drafting progress reports. Serves as a subject matter expert on asthma, strategic partnerships and outreach, and policy, system, and environmental change efforts. Provides guidance and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, including TACP staff, TAC Branch staff, other Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section programs, and partner organizations. Participates in statewide, regional, and/or local coalitions to support the implementation of evidence-based asthma control interventions and related conditions and risk factors. Develops program materials, reports, briefings, and other documents and ensures compliance with Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section and Community Health Improvement Division policy. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Due to the work of the TAC Branch, the person filling this position must not use tobacco products (combustible or non-combustible), including e-cigarettes/electronic nicotine delivery devices.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

(30%) Coordinates, supports, and facilitates the statewide asthma control coalition, the TACC, and its work groups to implement the Strategic Plan for Asthma Control in Texas. Plans and convenes TACC meetings with input from the TAC Branch Manager and TACP Team Lead. In collaboration with the TACP Team Lead, plans and facilitates TACC work group meetings. Serves as the main TACP point of contact for and liaison to the TACC. Identifies new opportunities for partnership development and engagement to build TACC membership. Ensures TACC activities align with the Strategic Plan for Asthma Control in Texas and TACP federal grant and are completed timely. Plans, drafts, and distributes the quarterly TACC newsletter.

(20%) Responsible for federal grant deliverables and activities related to TACC, partnerships, and communications, including program implementation and cross collaboration with other TACP efforts. Assists in federal grant writing, work plan development and monitoring, reporting, and drafting progress reports. Participates in routine meetings with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Asthma Control Program.

(20%) Serves as a subject matter expert on asthma, strategic partnerships and outreach, and policy, system, and environmental change efforts. Works collaboratively with other programs in the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section to identify best practices and areas for improvement of chronic disease related community and clinical services. Provides guidance and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, including TACP staff, TAC Branch staff, other Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section programs, and partner organizations.

(15%) Participates in statewide, regional, and/or local coalitions to support the implementation of evidence-based asthma control interventions and related conditions and risk factors. Establishes and fosters inter- and intra-agency relationships for collaboration and information sharing with other program areas and works on special projects addressing asthma control.

(10%) Develops program materials, reports, briefings, fact sheets, publications, and other documents and ensures compliance with Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section and Community Health Improvement Division policy. Prepares and presents information at meetings, conferences, and trainings. Speaks to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in and to secure support for TACP initiatives and asthma control work. Gathers and interprets information to identify best practices for the program and makes recommendations to the TAC Branch Manager. Ensures compliance with program and agency policies and procedures, state statutes, and rules.

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. To perform these job duties, this position may require working the extra hours needed to meet defined deadlines and support the agency’s mission critical reporting requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Public health principles and practices at the local, state, and national levels.
• Program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Health promotion and chronic disease prevention. 
• Asthma control best practices.
• The Strategic Plan for Asthma Control in Texas.
• Stakeholder engagement, grant application, and program coordination.

Skill in:

• Gathering and analyzing data for program decisions and writing reports.
• Partnership building, engagement, and maintenance.
• The use of Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• The use of general office equipment.
• Public speaking, facilitating meetings, and communicating verbally and in writing.

Ability to:

• Take complex and often disconnected elements and identify how they are linked to support program goals and objectives.
• Work independently and within a team setting depending on the project.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders based on shared priorities.
• Create spreadsheets and track and analyze program data.
• Prepare reports.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university required. A degree in public health, health education, or related field preferred. Master's degree in a related field preferred. At least two years of experience working in asthma control, chronic disease, health promotion, public health, or other related field. Experience coordinating coalitions, managing projects, working on federal grants, and engaging with and building stakeholder groups preferred.

Additional Information:

Information on the application must clearly state how the applicant meets initial selection criteria to be interviewed. An in-basket activity will be required at time of interview.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form