2591-Health Program Coordinator II

Job description

CITY & COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

CLASS TITLE: HEALTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR II

JOB CODE: 2591

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs highly complex tasks relative to the operation of community health programs including administrative, personnel and management functions in an area of assigned responsibility; supervises the activities of a staff of health professionals and para-professionals in area of assigned responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 2591 Health Program Coordinator II is distinguished from Class 2593 Health Program Coordinator III in that the latter has a higher level of program responsibility (scope or budget), greater independence, more complexity, and/or a wider range of administrative tasks. Class 2591 Health Program Coordinator II is distinguished from Class 2589 Health Program Coordinator I in that the latter is an entry level class with a lower level of program responsibility (scope or budget). It is distinguished from classes in the Health Educator series because Health Program Coordinator classes focus on the coordination, administration, evaluation and operation of health programs whereas Health Educator classes are primarily responsible for the educational content and promotion of health programs in either a specialized program area or in a public health district center. It is distinguished from classes in the Health Program Planner series which primarily identify and analyze community and health needs, develop health programs and conduct policy analysis, but do not coordinate and administer the planning, execution and evaluation of the work or health care providers, facilities, agencies or community groups.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises professional and para-professional staff.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Plans, develops and coordinates the activities of one or more facilities of a community health facility, such as day care programs residential treatment facilities, or store front drop-in centers.

2. Supervises professionals and para-professionals who are engaged in planning, execution and evaluation of the needs and projects within the community, agency or group; initiates plans and assignments and reviews the regular and special work of staff; as necessary, trains and instructs members of this staff.

3. Coordinates activities, develops and implements systems to be used, initiates policy and plans overall operations within facilities in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines; assesses and determines goals and priorities of particular program.

4. Establishes and maintains liaison with federal, state and local agencies, community organizations, and other City departments, to render advice on program policies, seek improvements in facilities and activities, and to perform other related activities.

5. Prepares budget projections for new and existing programs including space needs, patient costs, administrative needs and costs; prepares grant proposals for new community health programs and services; administers and coordinates contracts, grants, and other funding to support assigned programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Laws and regulations governing public health programs; policies governing contract formulation and management; program planning and evaluation techniques; budget and grant preparation and administration.

Ability and Skill to:

Supervise; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain a variety of working relationships; use computers/computer systems; perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Two (2) years of professional level administrative or management experience with primary responsibility for overseeing, monitoring, and/or coordinating a program providing health and/or human services.

License and Certification:

Substitution:

Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis. Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.

Possession of a Master�s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Health Administration, Health & Human Services or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PROMOTIVE LINES

To: 2593 Health Program Coordinator III

From: 2591 Health Program Coordinator I

ORIGINATION DATE: 12/18/1972

AMENDED DATE: 04/06/2015; 04/24/2015; 11/17/2016

REASON FOR AMENDMENT To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN SFMTA SFUSD

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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