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Job Title:  

Program Manager Child Occupant Safety Project

Agency:

Department of Public Health

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002944

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$56,310.72 - $73,677.24

Job Description:

Pay Grade: M

This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.

• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.  

• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. 

• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.

• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.

• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

This position is responsible for managing and overseeing all grant objectives and activities related to Child Passenger Safety (CPS). This role supports statewide program implementation, coordination, and evaluation while ensuring alignment with funder requirements and departmental guidelines.

Under general supervision, responsible for all aspects of various projects of a moderately complex nature. Responsible for assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedule to ensure timely completion of project. Communicates with Program Managers and other managerial staff as needed. Assign work of subordinate staff. Will manage large numbers of agency staff or have large scope of responsibility within agency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to Regional Coordinators as needed.

• Manage and supervise all grant objectives, activities, and deliverables to ensure successful program implementation and compliance.

• Support statewide capacity building efforts through coordination of training programs, recruitment of local partners, and contributions (as available) to the special needs transportation evaluation program.

• Collaborate with regional coordinators and team members to ensure effective execution of CPS initiatives across the state.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the program, coordinating communication with CPS advocates, GOHS grantees, and state partners through meetings, trainings, and regular correspondence.

• Lead the development, editing, approval, and dissemination of program communications, including press releases, educational materials, media outreach, email campaigns, and reports.

• Assist with program evaluation, grant writing, and required reporting to ensure compliance and continuous program improvement.

• Coordinate and support outreach and education efforts targeting local partners, parents, caregivers, and other stakeholders, including conferences, presentations, and exhibits.

• Co-teach CPS workshops and trainings to maintain certification requirements; support CPSTs in maintaining certification through seat check sign-offs and continuing education opportunities.

Financial & Administrative Management:

• Manage program purchasing processes, including researching needs, coordinating with vendors, ensuring proper budget coding, and working with the state accounting office.

• Maintain detailed financial tracking systems, including spreadsheets for purchases, vendor information, and budget monitoring to ensure compliance with grant requirements.

• Review and verify monthly claims, ensuring accurate coding and adherence to budget line items.

• Maintain all supporting documentation for monthly activity reports, including financial records, purchase orders, invoices, and travel documentation.

• Conduct monthly audits (NDCF) to verify accuracy of reporting and appropriateness of equipment distribution related to mini-grant activities.

• Serve as a system delegate in Concur, assisting with travel requests and expense report approvals.

Program Support & Additional Duties:

• Support special needs clinics, including evaluations, recommendations, and proper car seat installations.

• Participate in and support CPS-related meetings, training, and statewide initiatives.

• Travel as required to support program activities, including co-instructing CPST courses, assisting in assigned regions, and attending conferences (approximately 20% travel, including overnight stays).

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five years as a CPST Lead Instructor

• Experience working in Injury Prevention/Public Health

• Microsoft Office (including Power Automate, Excel, Microsoft Forms) Experience – at least two years and demonstrated, completed projects.

• Special Needs Car Seat Endorsement

Additional Information:

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of professional level experience related to the area of assignment; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Project Mgr (Non-IT) 1 (GSP110).

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.