Public Health Program Manager II (Vacancy)
Salary
$37.02 - $55.52 Hourly
Location
Varies by position
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-1740-V2
Department
50 Columbus Public Health
Division
Health
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Definition
Under general direction, this position manages a community-based crisis intervention team of Community Clinical Counselors and Peer Support Specialists, providing supervision to staff and will support program development and implementation. This position will work alongside clinicians and peer support staff by responding in person to 911 crisis calls related to mental health and other social service needs for Columbus residents. The supervisor in this role is responsible for the implementation of policy and procedures, daily operation, and oversight of the community-based response to 911 calls. Performs related duties as required.
This position will work Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:30pm.
Preferred Qualifications:
Examples of Work
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
Promotes, establishes, or expands health care services or educational programming throughout the community;
Selects, trains, and supervises employees to include completing performance evaluations, approving leave, and handling employee problems and communication;
Investigates budget needs and prepares applications to funding agencies and assists in securing funding for programs and projects;
Collects and analyzes data relevant to health care services or educational programs;
Responds to health related questions and serves as a department representative on boards and committees in the community;
Evaluates program, assures compliance to standards and requirements, and recommends changes to services, materials, or operations;
Provides technical assistance; provides resources to or conducts educational programs for civic groups, health organizations, employee groups, and others;
Provides back-up support to program staff in serving clients;
Develops and implements procedures for a health care service or educational program;
Prepares reports detailing activities, facilities, and funding for a health program;
Responds to and provides leadership for public health emergencies and significant events;
May participate in continuous quality improvement and performance management initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience in public health conducting or managing services, programs, or educational activities. Substitutions: Possession of a master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
Some positions allocated to this classification may require State of Ohio certification or licensure due to the nature of or the funding requirements for the program.
Some positions may require a valid driver's license.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 26-1740-V2
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Krystie Weist
Columbus Public Health
240 Parsons Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-5589
E: kaweist@columbus.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
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Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
Phone (614) 645-8301