Public Health Program Representative

Public Health Program Representative

Salary

$45,905.60 - $81,660.80 Annually

Location

Springfield, MO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

082126

Department

Health

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

9/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of?Public Health Program Representative?within the Office of Community Health Strategy. ?This position facilitates organizational performance management, quality improvement, and change management efforts to strengthen programs and processes. It collaborates across teams to support strategic planning, effective communication, and innovative problem-solving. The role also designs and maintains data systems, oversees data collection and analysis, and develops clear visualizations and other tools that inform decision-making. It produces accurate technical documentation and reports that translate complex information into actionable insights.

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Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences, Public Administration, Social Services, Health Services, Behavioral Sciences or a related area;

AND

• Two years of professional or technical experience in public health;
• A Masters Degree in a discipline indicated above may be substituted for one year of the required experience;
• Some assignments may require previous supervisory experience;
• Some assignments may require significant data management and analysis work experience;
• Experience needs to be commensurate with the current vacancy.

Licensing/Certification

• None required.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02

What best describes your level of education in Biological Sciences, Public Administration, Social Services, Health Services, Behavioral Sciences or a related area?

• High School
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.

04

How many years of professional or technical work experience do you have in public health?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 or more years

05

Please describe your professional or technical work experience in public health.

06

How much data management and analysis work experience do you possess?

• I do not have any related experience
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 or more years

07

Please describe your data management and analysis work experience.

08

Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?

• Yes
• No

09

If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield (MO)

Address 840 N Boonville

Springfield, Missouri, 65802

Phone 417-864-1607

Website https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs