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Public Health Program Administrator

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-37686-34621

Department

Department of Health

Division

HL Div Nwbrn Scrng Gntc

Opening Date

12/12/2025

Closing Date

12/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

34621

Position Number

50273698

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00079441

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Family Health / Division of Newborn Screening and Genetics

Worksite Address

Health & Human Services Building

Worksite Address

625 Forster Street, 7th Floor

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

George Boychock

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity working to ensure the health of newborns? Do you have strong administrative and critical thinking skills? The Department of Health (DOH), Bureau of Family Health, Division of Newborn Screening and Genetics is seeking a dedicated Public Health Program Administrator. Our team works tirelessly to reduce newborn mortality, morbidity and disabilities. If you want to help protect the health of Pennsylvanians and experience rewarding professional challenges, then this job is for you! Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Public Health Program Administrator, you will support the Division’s mission of eliminating or reducing mortality, morbidity, and disabilities in newborns. You will administer the newborn screening dried blood spot program, serve as a project officer for newborn screening treatment center grant agreements, and maintain, modify, and recommend program guidelines. You will also act as a liaison to treatment centers and other stakeholders, work with the Newborn Screening and Follow-up Technical Advisory Board (NSFTAB), and promote public awareness and knowledge about newborn screening. This role requires the ability to carefully interpret and analyze information as well as a genuine desire to advocate for resources, services, and policies that will help vulnerable populations achieve health equity. In addition, you will provide technical assistance to grantees, monitor fiscal and programmatic activities, and work with hospitals, birthing centers, and midwives submitting valuable data.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50273698) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

+ Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;or

+ A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance; or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Associate 2 (formerly Public Health Program Assistant Administrator) for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How much graduate coursework have you completed in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ 15 but less than 30 credits

+ Less than 15 credits

+ None

06

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)

+ Yes

07

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – MANAGES THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMSManages the implementation of one or more public health programs or related components of a program (e.g. cancer; newborn screening; sexually transmitted diseases; diabetes; public health education; professional education; health care provider recruitment; quality assurance; and health plan regulations).

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY managing the implementation of public health programs or related components of a program. I have developed the goals and objectives of the public health programs.

+ B. I have experience AS A MEMBER OF A TEAM implementing public health programs or related components of a program; but I DID NOT develop the goals and objectives of the public health programs.

+ C. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY implementing public health programs or related components of a program; but I DID NOT develop the goals and objectives of the public health programs.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public health administration, Community Health Nursing, Public Health Nursing, or Epidemiology.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

08

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type of programs you managed.

+ The actual duties you performed related to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.

+ Your level of responsibility.

09

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

10

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CONSULTATIONProvides consultation and technical assistance to various state, federal, and local health service agencies, providers, contractors, consumer organizations and the general public concerning the operation and coordination of public health programs through the preparation of contract policies and procedures, program guidelines, correspondence, and reports, to maximize effectiveness and efficiency of program services.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience providing consultation and technical assistance to various state, federal, and local health service agencies, providers, contractors, consumer organizations and the general public concerning the operation and coordination of public health programs through the preparation of contract policies and procedures, program guidelines, correspondence, and reports, to maximize effectiveness and efficiency of program services.

+ B. I have experience providing technical assistance and consultation ONLY TO PROVIDERS AND CONTRACTORS, regarding public health programs through the preparation of contract policies and procedures, program guidelines, correspondence, and reports; but I DID NOT provide assistance or consultation to various state, federal and local health service agencies, consumer organizations, and the general public.

+ C. I have experience providing technical assistance and consultation ONLY TO VARIOUS STATE, FEDERAL AND LOCAL HEALTH SERVICE AGENCIES, CONSUMER ORGANIZATIONS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC regarding public health programs through the preparation of contract policies and procedures, program guidelines, correspondence, and reports; but I DID NOT provide assistance or consultation to providers and contractors.

+ D. I have experience ASSISTING OTHERS more experienced than I in providing technical assistance and consultation to various state, federal, and local health service agencies, providers, contractors, consumer organizations or the general public regarding public health programs through the preparation of contract policies and procedures, program guidelines, correspondence, and reports.

+ E. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public administration or business management.

+ F. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

11

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The area(s) in which you provided technical assistance.

+ The consultations you handled and with whom.

+ The actual duties you performed related to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.

+ Your level of responsibility.

12

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – ASSESSES AND DEVELOPS PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS, PLANS, AND POLICIESAssesses, develops, evaluates, and revises public health programs, plans, regulations, policies, and procedures to maximize effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of services.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience assessing, developing, evaluating, and revising public health programs, plans, regulations, policies, and procedures to maximize effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of services.

+ B. I have experience evaluating and revising public health programs, plans, and procedures to maximize effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of service; but I HAVE NOT assessed, or developed public health programs, plans, regulations, policies, and procedures.

+ C. I have experience revising public health programs, plans and procedures.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communication, technical writing, or research.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

14

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of public health programs, plans, regulations, policies, and procedures you assessed, developed, evaluated or revised.

+ The actual duties you performed related to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.

+ Your level of responsibility.

15

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

16

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – EVALUATES, DEVELOPS, AND MONITORS CONTRACTS AND GRANTSEvaluates, develops, and monitors contracts and grants to ensure effective, complete and appropriate provisions of public health services and to establish standards and assess compliance with those standards.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience evaluating, developing, and monitoring contracts and grants to ensure effective, complete, and appropriate provisions of public health services and to establish standards and assess compliance with those standards.

+ B. I have experience evaluating and developing contracts and grants to ensure effective, complete and appropriate provisions of public health services and to establish standards and assess compliance with those standards; but I HAVE NOT monitored contracts and grants.

+ C. I have experience monitoring contracts and grants to ensure effective, complete and appropriate provisions of public health services and to establish standards and assess compliance with those standards; but I HAVE NOT evaluated or developed contracts and grants.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to grant writing, research, contract writing, or mathematics.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

17

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The subject matter of the contract(s) and grant(s) you evaluated, developed, and monitored.

+ The actual duties you performed related to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.

+ Your level of responsibility.

18

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov