Job Type

Full-time

Description

LOCATION: Macomb County Health Department - Mount Clemens, MI 48043

POSITION SUMMARY: The Macomb County Health Department Environmental Health Division is seeking an experienced leader to serve as a Project Manager. The Project Manager will work under the direction of the Environmental Health Division Director; however, must exercise independent judgement in planning and performing various undertakings. This full time with benefits position will work with partners across public health and information technology sectors to implement new technologies and to enhance staff's ability to use technology.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Work effectively in a team environment to design and implement objectives and strategies to accomplish program goals and to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible.
Lead work around completing objectives identified in future project proposals, statements of work, outlines, etc.
Serve as the lead staff, collaborating internally and externally to facilitate the completion of technology projects in the Environmental Health Division.
Prepare status reports, articles, presentations and other documents summarizing activities for relevant meetings.
Develop training materials for staff and clients which could include user guides and videos.
Develop and disseminate information through updates on program website or other communication avenues.
Utilize a wide range of hardware and software to enhance health department systems and provide technical assistance to both internal and external partners as requested.

- Technical assistance will include, but is not limited to, working with system users, County Information Technology, and vendors to test systems and troubleshoot issues.

JOB PREREQUISITES: The ideal candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated and committed individual who can work in a fast paced, and sometimes spontaneous environment, and can consistently deliver program deliverables on a timely basis. S/he will be tech savvy and able to utilize a wide range of hardware and software. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following abilities:

Broad knowledge of public health department programs and services.
Comfortable working with both Microsoft Windows, Android, and iOS.
Working knowledge of GIS including ESRI ArcGIS.
Familiar with projectors, multifunction printers, and plotters.
Proven track record of collaboration with Public Health and IT departments.
Knowledge of Environmental Health software programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
Advanced time management and analytical skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, especially as it pertains to sensitive materials.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A bachelor's degree or higher in public health, environmental health/science, public administration, government information systems, or related field (Required)
Master's degree Preferred AND
Three (3) or more years (full-time equivalency) of demonstrated work experience in public health administration or management of public health projects as they pertain to technology.

Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 annually (based on experience & qualification)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Classification: Exempt

Benefits:

Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
401a & 403b (Retirement plans)
Long Term Disability
Employee assistance program
Group Life Insurance
Various Voluntary Benefit Option

Application Deadline: 11/15/2024.

Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.

** Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. E.O.E.**
** SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department. **
** SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment. **

Salary Description

$55,000 - $70,000 (based on experience)

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