Job Description
The City of Chicago Department of Public Health seeks a dynamic Public Health Coordinator to join our urgent response team. This critical role involves managing community health initiatives, coordinating emergency response protocols, and ensuring compliance with federal health standards. Join us in protecting Chicago's diverse communities during this unprecedented hiring period.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate emergency public health response initiatives across Chicago neighborhoods
- Develop and implement community health education programs
- Collaborate with federal, state, and local health agencies
- Analyze health data to inform policy recommendations
- Manage grant-funded health projects and reporting
- Lead stakeholder engagement with community organizations
- Ensure compliance with CDC and Illinois Department of Public Health guidelines
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of public health or emergency response experience
- Valid Illinois Public Health certification
- Proficiency in health data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, SPSS)
- Strong crisis communication and community engagement skills
- Knowledge of Chicago's diverse community health landscape
- Ability to work flexible hours during emergency situations
- Valid driver's license with clean record