Definition: Under supervision of a health team leader, supervises, coordinates and instructs in any phase of the community services of a public health or community mental health program, such as program planning, evaluation, community relations, etc.

Distinguishing Features: The 2589 Health Program Coordinator I is the entry level class of the series engaged in planning and evaluating a community health program, and may work under the supervision of a health team leader. It is distinguished from classes in the Health Educator series because Health Program Coordinator classes focus on the coordination, administration, evaluation and operation of health programs, whereas Health Educator classes are primarily responsible for the educational content and promotion of health programs in either a specialized program area or in a public health district center. It is distinguished from classes in the Health Program Planner series, which primarily identify and analyze community and health needs, develop health programs and conduct policy analysis, but do not coordinate and administer the planning, execution and evaluation of the work or health care providers, facilities, agencies or community groups.

Supervision Exercised: May supervise professional and para-professional staff.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties: According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. 1. Supervises activities of professional and para-professional workers in assigned programs; may assist Health Program Coordinator II in training and evaluating Health Workers. 2. Arranges meetings with local community groups, such as churches, schools, and business organizations to inform them of the range of health programs, provide technical assistance, and interpret and understand program goals and activities. 3. Coordinates activities of Drop-In Centers and supervises the establishment of new units; meets with executive level representatives of the local community and professional and social agencies to inform them of the various health programs and coordinates efforts of such agencies as they relate to existing health programs. 4. Assists in planning and execution of routine programs and operations including preparation of objectives and means to achieve program proposals, research preparation and other regular reports as required; may administer and coordinate contracts, grants and other funding to support assigned programs. 5. Establishes and maintains liaison with federal, state, and local agencies, community based organizations, and other City departments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Laws and regulations governing public health programs; policies governing contract formulation and management; program planning and evaluation techniques; budget and grant preparation and administration. Ability and Skill to: Supervise; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain a variety of working relationships; use computers/computer systems; perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement. Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional level administrative or management experience with primary responsibility for overseeing, monitoring, and/or coordinating a program providing health and/or human services. 

Substitution: Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis. Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.

Notes: PROMOTIVE LINES To: 2591 Health Program Coordinator II From: 2588 Health Worker IV ORIGINATION DATE: 12/18/1972 AMENDED DATE: 04/06/2015; 04/24/2015; 11/17/2016 BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN SFMTA

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