Workforce Development Coordinator (Program Coordinator I)
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Lexington County, SC - USA
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This position supports the Workforce Development Program by assisting with research program coordination and strategic initiatives that strengthen the public health workforce. The employee will contribute to efforts related to workforce forecasting employee engagement and retention while gaining practical experience in public health workforce development. The role will also support updates to the agency Workforce Development Plan by researching best practices analyzing workforce trends and assisting with the development of materials that promote workforce growth learning and organizational improvement.Workforce Research and Analysis:- Conduct research on public health workforce trends best practices and emerging issues related to recruitment retention employee engagement and workforce well-being.- Assist with reviewing and summarizing findings from workforce-related data sources (e.g. workforce surveys national public health workforce reports and organizational data).- Prepare written summaries briefing materials and presentations to support workforce development planning and leadership discussions.Workforce Development Plan Support:- Assist with research documentation and content development for updates to the agency Workforce Development Plan.- Identify promising practices and innovative approaches to workforce development within public health organizations.- Support tracking and documentation of workforce development initiatives goals and progress.Program Coordination and Administrative Support:- Provide administrative and coordination support for workforce development initiatives meetings and projects.- Assist with preparing materials maintaining documentation and supporting communication related to workforce programs and activities.- Support coordination of workforce development trainings learning opportunities or internal engagement initiatives.Workforce Engagement and Special Projects:- Assist with projects related to employee engagement professional development and workforce improvement efforts.- Contribute research and ideas to support strategies that strengthen workforce recruitment retention and development.Other duties as assigned related to the position.Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements:Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer or their delegate.Preferred Qualifications
Enrollment in a graduate program is preferred but not required. Preferred programs are Public Health Health Administration Public Administration Organizational Development Human Resources or related fields such as Business Administration Communications Sociology Psychology Education or Data Analytics. Strong interest in public health workforce development organizational improvement and workforce planning. Experience with research review studies or data analysis through academic coursework or professional experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Additional Comments
EEO:The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesnt impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the States Disaster Plan which includes hazardous weather Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant Employees (TGE) positions that includes:
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Clickhere for additional information.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices*
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant Employees (TGE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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