Viral Hepatitis/Harm Reduction Program Coordinator; Public HEALTH Program Specialist II
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Healthcare
Public Health
Overview
Job Requisition : 53191
Closing Date: 02/17/2026
Agency: Department of Public Health
Class
Title:
PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM SPEC II (36612)
Office: Disease Control
Division: HHST
Posting : 86-26-0235 / 53191
Posted: 01/30/2026 - 02/17/2026
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,384 /month;
Full Range $5,384-$7,631/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
Application Instructions: All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the Illinois jobs2web website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. We offer flexible jobs with benefits, career advancement, and a strong retirement package.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Public Health Program Specialist
2. Under direction, manages assigned Hepatitis and Harm Reduction prevention grants and the implementation of Hepatitis and Harm Reduction Risk Reduction interventions for persons with high risk behaviors. Monitors and provides leadership on the development and implementation of Hepatitis prevention and Harm reduction grant programs by conducting on-site program reviews of local health departments and community-based organizations in selected target areas, reviewing grantee reports, and providing recommendations to improve service delivery.
Provides technical assistance regarding Hepatitis prevention and Harm Reduction programs. Represents the Department and the Section at public information events.
Benefits Statement: As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package including flexible/hybrid work schedules (where available), health, life, dental and vision insurance, pension, deferred compensation, MCAP and DCAP, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health resources.
* These are some of the perks available to State employees. For more information about benefits, see the official benefits page.
Essential Functions
- Under direction, monitors and provides leadership on the development and implementation of assigned Viral Hepatitis Prevention and Harm Reduction grant programs, providing grantee oversight.
- Reviews and assesses data from grantee quarterly reports and service data records.
- Provides direct technical assistance, training and community-building interventions regarding Viral Hepatitis Prevention/Control and Harm reduction activities.
- Assists in developing protocols for service delivery and documentation of Hepatitis risk reduction interventions with high-risk behaviors; and, as requested by the Division of HIV, Hepatitis, STI, and TB, assist with outbreak and cluster response for hepatitis.
- Conducts viral Hepatitis B and C Prevention and Control as well as Harm Reduction strategy presentations, and represents the Program at relevant community events, conferences, meetings, and work groups.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with courses in health education, physical and biological sciences.
- Requires two (2) years of professional experience in a health education or investigation program in the public or private sector.
Specialized Skills
- Requires two (2) years’ experience in overdose prevention and education.
- Requires two (2) years’ experience working with a syringe service program.
- Requires two (2) years’ experience implementing harm reduction strategies and providing viral hepatitis prevention, testing, and education.
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