Community Planner- Child and Teen Checkups Grant Coordinator

** ESSENTIAL DUTIES**- Plans, implements, and evaluates all activities related to the Child & Teen Checkups (C&TC) grant, ensuring alignment with state and federal requirements.
** Outreach, Education, and Communication
** Coordinates outreach, education, and awareness activities, including development of informational materials, presentations, and communications for families, providers, and other audiences, and presents findings to stakeholders and the community.
** Additional Responsibilities*
* * Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Supports other public health programs and agency needs, including participation in emergency preparedness and response activities and performing additional duties as assigned.

Requires equivalency of a bachelor's degree in Community Planning, Public Policy, Public Health or related field and three years experience with community based planning and organizing.

One must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Experience working with diverse populations and community partners preferred.

Experience with community engagement, program planning, data analysis, or grant management preferred. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
** CORE COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES
** Empowerment - Works with individuals and families to affirm strengths, develop skills, restore hope, and promote self-reliance. Knowledge – Knowledge of software applications including databases and spreadsheets. Knowledge and understanding of human behavior, cultural diversities, and language barriers to ensure equitable service delivery.

Abilities - Ability to prepare multi-faceted reports and maintain records.

Ability to convene and facilitate groups.

Ability to organize and coordinate the training of community groups. Ability to develop, implement, and monitor grant activities and contracts.

Ability to develop relationships that enhance the community capacity for response. Ability to establish a framework for projects and set/manage priorities.

Ability to work independently accomplishing objectives with limited supervision, within established budgets, amid occasional politically/emotionally charged environments.

Ability to speak, present, and interact in public arenas with composure, professionalism, and discretion. Ability to use MS Office software for the performance of essential duties.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
** Typical characteristics of the regular, ongoing work environment of this position requires inside work, occurring both in an office and in the field in community-based settings. The position is multi-task oriented and includes periods of stress when balancing the needs/demands of multiple stakeholders. Incumbent may need to respond to Public Health emergencies including unknown or emerging infectious diseases and health threats.

Evening and weekend hours may be required for accomplishing this work.
Physical activities include sedentary to light work: reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Lifts and/or navigates up to 35 pounds on a routine basis in handling files and equipment necessary for performing the essential duties of the job. In the event of an emergency, physical requirements will increase and be more demanding in all areas listed.
** SELECTION PROCESS
** Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

Ability to use appropriate discretion in dealing with matters of a confidential nature.### Benefits
**** A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at
***** Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
* Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option…