Public Health Program Director 1

Job Title: Public Health Program Director 1
Location: Nashville, TN 37243 (must be a Tennessee resident; in-person onboarding on Day 1 in Nashville)
Pay rate: $32.00 - $32.14
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST (7.5 hours/day, 37.5 hours/week; Assignment Dates: 10/12/2026 – 06/30/2027; contract expected to renew annually through June 2030 pending funding)

Overview
Housed within the Tobacco Use Prevention & Control Program under the Division of Family Health and Wellness (FHW), the Public Health Program Director 1 collaborates with program and evaluation teams to plan and implement evidence-based tobacco prevention and cessation strategies targeting youth and young adults. This position supports schools, facilitates youth engagement trainings, builds community stakeholder relationships, and develops health education interventions.

Job Specifications

• Plan and execute evidence-based programs and initiatives addressing tobacco prevention and cessation among youth and young adults
• Assist schools with implementing youth tobacco prevention programs, cessation initiatives, and educational curricula
• Organize and conduct youth engagement trainings and health education workshops alongside the tobacco team
• Design and deliver relevant training materials and programs for health department staff, educators, and community professionals
• Develop and distribute program educational materials to internal and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organizations and internal/external stakeholders
• Attend quarterly meetings and professional development opportunities in-person in Nashville
• Travel as needed for site visits outside the Nashville metro area (reimbursed per state policy; travel to the Nashville office is not reimbursed)
• Bachelor's degree in health education, biology, or a related field from an accredited institution required
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in public health, education, or a related field required
• Must be a Tennessee resident (or establish residency prior to start date)
• Strong ability to prioritize and execute tasks independently in a hybrid/remote work setup

Background Check Requirements

• TN Combined Counties & Statewide Search Package via Accurate/InfoCubic upon selection:
  • Address History Locator
  • National Criminal Record Search
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • 7-Year Criminal County & Statewide Search (based on residential history)
  • 7-Year Criminal Federal Search (based on residential history)
  • Global Watch
  • AKA Search (current and additional names)

Benefits: (employee contribution)
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.