CNHD Public Health Program Coordinator

Position Summary

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Join the Central Nevada Health District and help shape healthier communities across our region.

We’re seeking a public health professional to coordinate and elevate a wide range of vital CNHD programs and services. In this key role, you’ll develop and deliver impactful community health education tools, build strong partnerships with local agencies, and serve as a trusted resource for training, outreach, and public health information. If you’re a clear communicator, an engaging presenter, and a committed problem\-solver who thrives in a fast\-paced environment, we invite you to bring your expertise to a team dedicated to creating a healthier, more connected Central Nevada.

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Public Health Program Coordinator serves under the direction of the CNHD Administrator and will have day\-to\-day responsibility for the coordination of all public health preparedness programs under their jurisdiction.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This class is responsible for coordinating and supporting a variety of public health programs and services administered by the Central Nevada Health District (CNHD). The incumbent develops and delivers community health education tools, conducts outreach, and serves as a primary resource for program\-specific training and information. This role provides consultation to individuals and groups and maintains collaborative relationships with partner agencies.

As a full\-time, regular position, the person hired would be enrolled in the Nevada PERS retirement system. In addition to the salary paid, the county contributes an additional 36\.75% into PERS on the employee's behalf (value of $8\.78/hour or $18,000 annually). In addition, the employee will not contribute to Social Security, resulting in an additional 6% in take\-home pay (an equivalent of $1\.43/hour or $2,900 annually). The county also pays 100% for employee\-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $6\.15/hour or $12,800 annually). An employee in this position will also receive full accruals of vacation leave (8 hours per month) and sick leave (10 hours per month), in addition to 8 hours for pay for 11 paid holidays.

*If this sounds like a good fit for you and your experience, submit your application online at* *www.churchillcounty.org/careers* *by 11:59 PM on April 26, 2026\.*

Essential Functions

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This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Plan, organize and coordinate the operations of programs and services administered by the CNHD.
• Monitor program budgets and ensure proper administrative and financial controls.
• Maintain current and up\-to\-date knowledge of principles and practices of current public health policy, potential sources of funding, laws/regulations.
• Develop and implement community education tools and curricula in accordance with program\-specific local, State, and Federal mandates.
• Participate in community health education programs and conferences.
• Plan and organize the department in\-service education program for assigned program and/or services.
• Review local health education protocols for compliance with state mandated programs.
• Provide consultation and guidance related to CNHD programs and services to individuals and or community groups.
• Research and understand social, economic and equity issues impacting populations and program areas.
• Attend training conferences relevant to current public health problems, programs, and services.
• Establish and maintain liaisons between the CNHD and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups.
• Direct and implement community public health education tools and programs in accordance with department and State mandated requirements.
• Effectively apply training concepts and techniques for education of adults and children.
• Make oral presentations/training before groups.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in oral and written correspondence.
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations; develop appropriate responses.
• Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with medical, legal and County regulations.
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.
• Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, clients, visitors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Qualifications

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in public health, health administration, or a closely related field AND at two (2\) years of full\-time experience in community health, emergency services, environmental health, public safety and administration or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Department and Division policies and procedures.
• Federal, State, and District laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to public health preparedness health.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to public health preparedness.
• Public relations principles and techniques.
• Principles, methods, techniques, and materials of public health education programs and State mandated requirements.
• Functions, programs and services of both public and private agencies involved in health education activities.
• Public health statistical and survey methods.
• Budget and grant preparation and monitoring.
• Personnel and Public Administration.
• Office procedures, methods, and computer equipment, including common office equipment.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Techniques for understanding and effectively communicating with individuals of various cultures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Skill in:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Building consensus.
• Identifying programmatic and operational problems, investigating, and evaluating alternatives, and implementing effective solutions.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Assess community needs for public education on health issues.
• Manage, develop and implement health programs for staff, and community groups.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Making public presentations to large and small groups.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Nevada Driver’s License.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

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The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person; ability to operate a motor vehicle, exposure to traffic conditions and external environment and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations. Conditions of Employment

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.*

New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety\-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).*

Any District employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non\-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.*

Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.*

Central Nevada Health District, via Churchill County, participates in E\-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I\-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I\-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. Central Nevada Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*

DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). *Most part time positions provide no benefits.*

No Nevada state income tax

Retirement

Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada \- Churchill County contributes 36\.75% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 58\.75% of an eligible Police Member's salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS.

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre\-tax dollars toward retirement.

Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan – Full\-time employees' health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.)

The county offers a "Cafeteria" health plan to full\-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans \- a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a "buy\-up" PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $177 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums \- employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre\-tax dollars.

Vacation Leave

Full\-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part\-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position.

Sick Leave

Full\-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part\-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked.

HOLIDAYS \- Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part\-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.)

Tuition Reimbursement

Churchill County values it's employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job\-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.