- Nutrition education, food prescription, and retail store authorization policy, procedure and guidance development, implementation, and operationalization
- Bureau contract development activities
- Timely development, submission, and progress reporting of grant proposals
- Monitoring of all bureau contractual agreement service terms
- Analysis of annual contract performance
- Complaint, fraud, and compliance buy investigation activities and
- Statewide training and proficiency testing for state and local agency personnel, as well as retail stores
- Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week.
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
- Eight years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
- One year as a Public Health Program Manager; or
- Two years as a Public Health Program Administrator; or
- A bachelor's degree and four years of professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol or related experience; which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
- A bachelor's degree and four years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
- An associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing and six years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience; or
- A master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education and three years of professional experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health or health related services, which includes two years of administrative, supervisory or consultative experience.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.
- Eligibility rules apply.
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- 8 years or more
- 6 years or more
- 4 years or more
- 3 years or more
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to developing or implementing public health programs
- The type of public health program(s) you developed or implemented
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to providing technical assistance
- To whom you provided technical assistance
- The topics of the technical assistance you provided
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to preparing grant applications
- The duties you performed related to reviewing contracts to ensure compliance
- The duties you performed related to monitoring use of funding to determine standards are met
- Examples of the types of recommendations you made to improve adherence to standards
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to monitoring vendors to ensure compliance
- The duties you performed related to identifying compliance issues
- The duties you performed related to ensuring fraud mitigation
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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Description
THE POSITION
Do you have time on your hands and looking for something to fill your day? Are you bored with the lack of variety in your daily routine? Look no further If you are searching for a day full of rewarding experiences, challenging diversity, and the opportunity for professional development and growth while providing a meaningful service to the public, please join us at the Bureau of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
You ensure quality assurance, program integrity, fraud identification, and mitigation, as well as staff and provider training and proficiency testing.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right person so check out all that a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer youDESCRIPTION OF WORK
Duties include directing, supervising, and evaluating the following:
You are responsible for directing the operation of the bureau training unit to establish and maintain provider competency in the execution of duties associated with the operation of a local agency clinic, as well as general program management and administration.
You also oversee the development and evaluation of proficiency criteria to be achieved by training attendees during participation in training activities.
Additional tasks include monitoring and/or supervising staff who manage WIC audits statewide or in a region of the state to assure compliance with regulatory requirements including performance, income standards, eligibility determinations, civil right compliance, participant complaint handling, disaster planning, voter registration, immunization screening, confidentiality and program abuse, and substance abuse education.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.
All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.
As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Manager for one or more years full-time?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.03
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Public Health Program Administrator for two or more years full-time?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.05
Do you possess four or more years of full-time professional public health, health, allied health sciences, drug and alcohol, or related experience which includes two years of administrative, supervisory, or consultative experience?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.07
How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts, or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.09
Do you possess two or more years of full-time administrative, supervisory, or consultative experience in the development or evaluation of grants, contracts, or programs for the provision of social, employment, environmental health, or health related services?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.11
Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.
You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.
You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.
Do you possess a conferred associate's degree in allied health sciences or nursing?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.
You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.
You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.
Do you possess a conferred master's degree in public health, health services administration, health care administration, health education, public health administration, public administration, nursing, epidemiology, social work, nutrition, hospital administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, business administration, or education?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.
You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.
You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored.
They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position.
Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification.
You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions.Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.
In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
WORK BEHAVIOR - DEVELOPS AND IMPLEMENTS PROGRAMS
Develops and implements nutrition-related public health programs in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* a. I have experience DEVELOPING nutrition-related public health programs in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
* b. I have experience IMPLEMENTING nutrition-related public health programs in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements that SOMEONE ELSE developed.
* c. I have experience DEVELOPING OR IMPLEMENTING public health programs, OTHER THAN those related to nutrition, in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
* d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project management.
* e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.
WORK BEHAVIOR - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provides technical assistance to licensed dieticians, physicians, and other health care providers on questions related to administration of nutrition-related programs.
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* a. I have experience providing technical assistance to licensed dieticians, physicians, or other health care providers on questions related to administration of nutrition-related programs.
* b. I have experience providing technical assistance to professionals on public health issues OTHER THAN those related to administration of nutrition-related programs.
* c. I have experience providing technical assistance to others on issues OTHER THAN public health or administration of nutrition-related programs.
* d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public relations or communications.
* e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.
WORK BEHAVIOR - GRANT MANAGEMENT
Manages the grant process by preparing grant applications for submission to secure supplemental funding. Reviews contracts to ensure compliance with federal grant regulations. Monitors use of funding appropriated to local agencies to determine standards are met. Makes recommendations for improvement to adherence of standards.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* a. I have experience preparing grant applications for submission, reviewing contracts to ensure compliance, monitoring use of funding to determine standards are met, AND making recommendations for improvement to adherence of standards.
* b. I have experience preparing grant applications for submission, reviewing contracts to ensure compliance, AND monitoring use of funding to determine standards are met.
* c. I have experience reviewing contracts to ensure compliance AND monitoring use of funding to determine standards are met.
* d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to grant management and administration.
* e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.
WORK BEHAVIOR - VENDOR COMPLIANCE
Monitors vendors who supply healthy foods and formula to participants of a food distribution program to ensure compliance with federal policies and regulations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* a. I have experience monitoring vendors who supply healthy foods and formula to participants of a food distribution program to ensure compliance with federal policies and regulations; identifying compliance issues; AND ensuring fraud mitigation.
* b. I have experience monitoring vendors who supply healthy foods and formula to participants of a food distribution program to ensure compliance with federal policies and regulations; AND identifying compliance issues.
* c. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to quality assurance.
* d. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.
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