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Opioid Program Consultant

Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. 
 
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

  • Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
  • Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
  • Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
  • Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
  • Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you


M-F work schedule-13 Paid Holiday-Excellent Benefit Package

All Coastal Health District, County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Requirements

  • Collaborate with program leadership, including the Opioid Program Health Analyst (PHA), to design evaluation methodologies and develop outcome measures for project activities.
  • Lead public health program evaluations and community needs assessments by monitoring, collecting, and analyzing data tied to established performance metrics.
  • Develop and produce analytical data products (e.g., reports, dashboards, charts, maps) to inform public health planning, integration, and monitoring efforts.
  • Conduct research, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and review public health literature to generate evidence-based recommendations.
  • Gather statistical and narrative data through surveys, focus groups, key informant interviews, and community health assessments.
  • Assess the effectiveness of community-based interventions, particularly those targeting health disparities.
  • Prepare and deliver reports and presentations for stakeholders, including leadership, partners, and external organizations.
  • Collaborate with clients, community partners, vendors, and internal teams to support program goals.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining community partnerships and identifying resources to support program initiatives.
  • Organize and participate in community outreach events and engagement activities.
  • Support the planning, development, modification, and implementation of policies and strategic plans.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or seven (7) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Prgm Consultant 1 (HCP090) or position equivalent.  

Preferred Qualifications-Master's degree in Public Health or Bachelor's degree in Public Health and two years of experience performing epidemiologic work in disease, disease surveillance and investigation.
Date Posted
08/13/2026
Job Reference
2026-00863
Organization
District 9-1 County Position, BWK District Office
Location
Savannah, GA 30303
Category
Health Evaluator/Consultant
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