Tobacco Program Consultant (Public Health Consultant - PN 20014426)

Tobacco Program Consultant

(Public Health Consultant)

About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

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What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness is looking to fill one dedicated Public Health Consultant to support its statewide Tobacco Use Prevention & Cessation Program (TUPCP). In this impactful role, you will collaborate with local health departments, statewide partners, and community stakeholders to reduce tobacco-related risks, advance health equity, and strengthen Ohio’s public health infrastructure. Duties include: 

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to local health departments, partners, and stakeholders on tobacco prevention, protection, cessation, and counter-industry strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate program partnerships through site visits, communication, meetings, and workgroups; deliver presentations and training as needed.
• Assess tobacco-related data and community needs to inform program planning; gather information through interviews, reports, and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist in developing public health policies, regulations, and program interventions; represent the Tobacco Program on committees and coalitions.
• Support contract and grant activities by reviewing applications, monitoring vendors, evaluating budgets, and coordinating training for grantees.
• Create and contribute to communication materials, reports, summaries, and social media content; represent the program at statewide conferences.

Working Conditions: This position may require travel. 

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications:

Option 1: 

• 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups)

• Completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field 

• Must be able to provide own transportation. 

Or 

Option 2:

• 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups)

• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field 

• Must be able to provide own transportation. 

Or 

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. 

Additional Qualifications:

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

• Graduate or advanced degree in public health, health care, health administration

• Experience working to improve health outcomes in populations

• Experience in monitoring/administrating grants or contracts

• Experience providing technical assistance or consultations

• Experience facilitating or coordinating meetings and/or trainings

• Experience developing and presenting training or public speaking

• Experience in evaluating a public health program or initiative (e.g., tobacco control & prevention)

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Public Relations, Grant Administration, Program Management, Database Administration

Professional Skills: Consultation, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Analyzation, Strategic Thinking

Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. 

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Supplemental Information:

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 12, Step 1 of the SEIU/1199 union Pay Range Schedule ($31.74 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($33.35) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITION:
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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.