Title: Population Health Community Coordinator
State Role Title: Community and Social Svc Specialists, All Other
Hiring Range: $50,000-$60,000
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: NEW RIVER HQ
Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/new-river
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
New River Health District is looking for a self-motivated, outgoing, and passionate professional to lead its population and community health program. As Population Health Community Coordinator, this position is charged with engaging community partners in current public health issues to develop an ecosystem of support to identify and address needs and opportunities.
The position will represent the health district to local agencies and governments while serving as an internal liaison, ensuring health department staff are apprised of projects, programs, services, and resources throughout the district service area. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the unique needs of the citizens and communities of the New River Valley, a passion for public health and related services, a proactive and holistic approach to addressing identified needs, and an ability to engage and foster relationships with individuals and agencies in improving the lives of NRV residents.
The Population Health Community Coordinator serves as the Healthy Communities Coordinator for the local health district’s efforts to work on developing and implementing environmental strategies to improve population health. Represents the health district at community events and assists, as necessary, in the coordination of health community activities. Supports and reinforces healthy behaviors in the district by working with community coalitions, schools, businesses, city leadership, urban designers and other local organizations and partners to build support for lifestyle change.
Routine duties and responsibilities will include: having primary responsibility for the district social media presence; representing the district on various community workgroups, boards, and/or committees; advocating for district needs and the needs of the communities we serve; provide health education information to diverse groups and individuals including professionals and community members; administer grants and participate in the research for and writing of related proposals and reports; help coordinate human services efforts between partners; collect, analyze, and report on data; serve as a member of the district leadership team including participation in meetings, development of strategic plans, etc.; provide direct client services and referrals to include working with incarcerated individuals, individuals at risk or current using substances, and other marginalized populations; maintain district inventory of incentives and promotional items; seeking out health fairs and opportunities for the district to collaborate with partners and citizens; project management; et al.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
The mission of the New River Health Department is to prevent illness and disease, protect the environment, and promote optimal health and emergency preparedness for everyone within the New River Health District. We are people of the community, for the community. Our vision is to drive New River Health District to the peak of personal, environmental, and community health, setting an example for others to follow.
Minimum Qualifications
• Knowledge of Health Education & Promotion: Understanding of population health data collection, community demographics, social/cultural environments, and chronic disease prevention. Ability to implement and evaluate health improvement programs and policies for diverse populations.
• Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively guide staff, educate internal/external stakeholders, and respond to data requests. Ability to develop and deliver training materials, seminars, and health education sessions
• Resource Management: Knowledge of procurement processes, budget monitoring, and ensuring proper use of resources. Ability to prepare grant applications, manage grant activities, and maintain compliance with funding guidelines.
• Collaboration & Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with community partners, local health districts, and agencies to promote health initiatives and improve population health.
• Quality Improvement & Data Analysis: Skilled in analyzing and verifying data, identifying trends, and preparing reports to support health program planning. Ability to evaluate the success of health programs and make necessary adjustments.
• Technology Skills: Proficiency in using social media platforms for health communication, as well as experience with data management systems and office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Project Management: Ability to develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resources to ensure successful implementation of health initiatives
Additional Considerations
Experience conducting CHA/CHIP activities
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Nicole Altizer
Phone: 540-585-3327
Email: nicole.altizer@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.