Pay Grade: K

This is a remote-friendly GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds; subject to change.

Connect passion with purpose. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to the health of the entire population as our work impacts past, present and future generations.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, engaging worksite wellness events, wellness breaks, lactation rooms, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Make your mark in public service. As an accredited public health department, we're seeking 2 highly qualified candidates for the position of Rape Prevention Education (RPE) Program Manager within the Division of Medical-Clinical Services, Chronic Disease Section in Atlanta, GA.

Won't you join us?

The incumbent of this position coordinates with Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) team members and partners in primary prevention program implementation to reduce first time incidents of sexual violence in Georgia. Under supervision, learns to provide technical assistance and training programs to Health Districts and other RPE partners on community mobilization for primary prevention of sexual violence. Coordinates evaluation of programs in compliance with cooperative agreement guidelines. Provides educational opportunities, promotes community awareness, supports capacity building and sustainability efforts, and ensures stakeholder engagement. Reports directly to the RPE Team Lead.

Programmatic

• Contributes to establishing goals, plans, and objectives for the successful administration of the RPE program. Ensures a strategic approach to RPE in Georgia.
• Identifies risk and protective factors, social norms, etc. that contribute to the burden of sexual violence throughout Georgia.
• Educates community on goals and plans by communicating with both stakeholders and subject matter experts.
  
• Builds and maintains key external relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders interested in preventing sexual violence.
• Collaborates with health districts, sexual assault centers, and youth-serving organizations to establish sexual violence prevention programs.
• Assists with the development and convening of the Sexual Violence Advisory Board (SVAB) to promote good relations with a variety of public/private stakeholders.
  
• In collaboration with the Team Lead and Evaluator(s), evaluates RPE initiatives to determine successes, barriers, areas for improvements, and progress.
• Provides technical assistance and training to health districts and other RPE partners.
  
  

Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years experience performing work related to area of assignment

OR

Master's degree in a related field and two years experience performing work related to area of assignment

OR

One year at the lower level or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• 
  Master of Public Health degree or other applicable field of study
• Experience creating and conducting presentations
• Two years’ experience in sexual violence and/or intimate partner violence is highly desirable.
• Experience working within cooperative agreement guidelines.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Adobe).

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.