7136 - Program Specialist - Unclassified (Breastfeeding Peer Counselor)

These two (2) grant-funded positions, with rotating days and shifts to include weekends, are in the Community Nutrition Program within the Health Department. OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Salary Grade: U1

This classification is responsible for performing in support of a functional program or work unit. It is distinguished from the Program Coordinator classification by its focus on participating in the day-to-day activities of a single functional program or work unit. The Program Coordinator focus is on planning and coordinating the day-to-day activities of a single function program. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)

Participates in the day-to-day operational and support activities of a functional program or work unit;
Provides administrative and other support essential to the completion of program objectives;
Organizes, schedules and conducts various departmental meetings;
Participates in program activities with other departments, governmental agencies and the public;
Provides internal services support by participating in activities with other departments such as Human Resources, Information Technology, Budget, Finance, Purchasing, etc.;
Establishes and maintains liaison with various outside agencies, groups and concerns;
Conducts surveys to gather information for studies or research;
Participates in the development of program goals and objectives and program budgets;
Researches, analyzes and reports on program activities;
May supervise daily staff activities;
May assist in performing public relations activities by speaking and giving demonstrations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

• practices of program operations and administration;
• principles and practices of budgeting, accounting and financial management;
• principles and practices of effective supervision;
• practices and procedures for providing internal services.

• developing program goals and objectives;
• explaining and demonstrating program activities and requirements to the public;
• communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
• supervising, training and evaluating support personnel.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in management, public or business administration or a field closely related to the program area, as determined by the appointing authority and one year of experience directly related to the nature of the program.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

1. At least three (3) months experience breastfeeding.
2. Experience and skill in the use of computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite, and data entry.
3. Bilingual (English/Spanish).