Public Health Specialist II - Chronic Disease - Limited Service

Overview

The Vermont Department of Health has a dynamic opportunity with the Middlebury Office of Local Health for an enthusiastic and experienced public health professional who wants to make a difference in the health of communities in Addison County Vermont. We are seeking an organized and creative individual who enjoys collaborating with healthcare and community partners and is passionate about removing barriers to achieve optimal health for all Vermonters. 

The Chronic Disease Public Health Specialist supports various health department initiatives to improve health equity and health outcomes in and around Addison County. The focus of this position will be on providing chronic disease prevention education as well as local systems and policy-level work with community partners to improve the health of populations experiencing the greatest disparities: Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, refugees, immigrants, migrant workers, low-income populations, and others. Examples of focus areas include improving chronic disease health outcomes related to food security and nutrition, physical activity, tobacco use, oral health, healthy aging, healthy community design, worksite wellness, and encouraging preventative screenings for cancer. 

 

This position also works with a multi-disciplinary public health team on emergency preparedness and response activities. Duties are performed under the supervision of the Public Health Services District Director. This position is part of a cohesive, motivated, and hard-working multi-disciplinary public health team that enjoys community and person-centered approaches to public health, ongoing learning, collaboration, and creating a productive, balanced, respectful, and joyful work environment. We invite people of all backgrounds to apply who are dedicated to improving economic, social, health, and environmental conditions for all Vermonters and are committed to a vision of Vermont that embraces all its residents. Ideal candidates should understand the root causes of health inequities and experience using public health frameworks with municipalities, employers, and community-based coalitions to address them. 

 

Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE:

The Division of Local Health's vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities.  To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values.  The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities. 
 
TELEWORK:
The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

 

MISSION & VISION:
The Department of Health's mission is to protect and promote the best health of all Vermonters. Our vision is healthy Vermonters living in healthy communities. Our goals are: 
•    Effective and integrated public health programs.
•    Communities with the capacity to respond to public health needs.
•    Internal systems that provide consistent and responsive support.
•    A competent and valued workforce that is supported in promoting and protecting the public's health.
•    A public health system that is understood and valued by Vermonters.
•    Health equity for all Vermonters.

 

CULTURE & VALUES: 
The Department of Health's culture is one in which our success and our workplace culture are interdependent. Our culture is driven by a passion for the mission. We are committed to these values: 
•    Creativity, innovation, and calculated risk-taking. 
•    Open and transparent leadership.
•     Staff expertise, autonomy, and excellence.
•    Professional growth through individual development plans, special projects, and opportunities to stretch.
•    Wellness and work-life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Public Health Specialist II - Chronic Disease - Limited Service (Job Requisition #49667), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 

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