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WIC Program Specialist

Posting Begin Date: 2025/06/06

Posting End Date: 2025/06/13

Category: Health Education

Sub Category: Public Health

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 25.79

Maximum Salary: 30.34

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

NOTICE: This position is not covered by Social Security. Instead, SWDH employees benefit from a mandatory 401(a) retirement plan with fixed employee and employer contributions.

+ Vision : A Healthier Southwest Idaho.

+ Mission : To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho.

+ Values : Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make.

Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public? Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting aWIC Program Specialistto join the dedicated group of public health professionals in theWomen, Infants, and Children (WIC)/Nutrition program within the Division of Family and Clinic Services.

As aWIC Program Specialistand public health employee, you will serve an active role in improving the health of your community. As part of a small, but mighty team, you will be responsible for the supervision and performance evaluation of assigned program staff and for the day-to-day operations of WIC sites. The WIC Program Specialist works with program staff to resolve technical problems including reviewing and evaluating processes for effective service delivery. This position requires the completion of Idaho WIC Program Certifier Training Program within 3-6 months from date of hire.

If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

This position may include a one day per week teleworking option from within Idaho.

Excellent Benefits

This budgeted, regular full-time position offers a competitive benefits package including PERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/docs/members/PERSI-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf) with a lifetime benefit!

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) (Employee-only PPO coverage at $70.74/month for medical/vision and $12.08/month for dental; low-cost options for family members. Free High Deductible Health Plan for employees; low-cost for dependents.)

+ Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) (FREE basic coverage; paid supplemental options for employees and dependents.)

+ 11 paid holidays , generous vacation, and sick leave accrual starting immediately. (Holiday pay and accruals are prorated based on hours worked.)

+ Mandatory 401(a) retirement program with 12.4% combined contributions

+ Optional 401(k) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/choice-401k-plan/active-members/) and 457 (https://www.idahodc.com/rsc-web-preauth/index.html) Saving Plans

+ Wellness Programs (https://ogi.idaho.gov/be-healthy/)

+ Flexible and family-supported policies, including 8 weeks paid parental leave

+ Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays

+ In-house fitness room and outdoor walking path

+ Ongoing internal and external training opportunities

+ Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) and Tuition Reimbursement!

+ Easy commute with reverse traffic flow from Boise to Caldwell

Our generous benefits package boosts total compensation for full-time Program Specialist, transforming the base pay range from $25.79 - $30.34/hour to an estimated total compensation value, including benefits, of $37.79 - $43.35/hour, showcasing our investment in your well-being and professional growth.

Typical Duties:

Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position.

+ Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff to ensure high performance and compliance with WIC standards.

+ Assign work duties to WIC staff to maintain strict adherence to program regulations and policies.

+ Develop and implement local agency policies and procedures to ensure WIC program compliance; monitor staff and sites for adherence.

+ Use program reports to assess compliance and lead quality assurance efforts.

+ Implement SWDH policies with program staff and participate in supervisory trainings and meetings.

+ Respond promptly to customer and community provider inquiries regarding WIC services.

+ Assist with budget development and manage supply ordering and inventory across all WIC locations.

+ Provide and model excellent customer service, coordinating direct services for WIC participants as needed.

+ Plan and coordinate outreach events and marketing efforts with internal and external partners to boost WIC enrollment, tracking activities per policy.

+ Manage training, provide technical assistance, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and serve as an expert on WIC program data management and communication systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ):

+ Some knowledge of:

- Management practices

- Program or project planning and implementation.

•Some knowledge” typically gained through either 2-4 relevant college courses, 6 months to 2 years of entry-level related work experience, or a combination of coursework and experience demonstrating the necessary knowledge.

+ Approximately 6 months of related work experience developing and evaluating policies and procedures.

MQ Specialty :

+ Valid Driver’s License

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

Ideal Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities :

+ Experience in the following areas:

- The WIC Program.

- Supervising and leading a team of paraprofessionals.

- Providing complex technical guidance to program staff.

- Reviewing, evaluating, developing and implementing effective delivery methods.

- Collaborating with other internal teams as well as community partners.

Supplemental Information:

This position is not covered by Social Security. As a result, employees do not pay Social Security taxes and will not earn credits toward Social Security retirement, disability, or survivor benefits based on earnings from this job. However, Medicare taxes will still be withheld, and these earnings will count toward Medicare eligibility.

Who May Apply

Individuals who meet all the “MQ’s” and “MQ Specialties” listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting.

How to Apply

Log in to yourhttps://statecareers.idaho.gov/account, find this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints.

SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, age, or disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave . In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodation to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodation or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Human Resource Office at 208.455.5307.

NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.

To learn more about Southwest District Health, please visit SWDH.id.gov .

If you would like to become a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

If you have questions about this position, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 208.455.5307