This is a home-based project position, with funding anticipated through September 30, 2026, and the potential for extension based on continued funding availability
Looking for a meaningful career in public health? Join the Department of Health in protecting and improving the health of people across Washington State through equity, innovation, and engagement.
This Program Specialist (MA3)is part of the Division of Environmental Public Health, specifically within the Healthy Homes and Communities Section. Our mission is to prevent and reduce health hazards in the environment while advancing environmental justice and addressing climate impacts. You’ll play a critical role in reducing childhood lead exposure and poisoning in schools —focusing efforts where children are most at risk.
In this project position with the Lead in School Drinking Water (LISDW) program, you will:
- Assist with transitioning program data to REDCap for managing survey outreach and data storage.
- Review third-party lead testing submitted by school partners.
- Develop and manage external contracts to support program goals.
- Coordinate outreach and communication efforts with schools and key partners.
If you’re passionate about creating healthier spaces for children to learn and grow while advancing equity in public health, we want you on our team!
Location and Flexibility
We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration opportunities. Attending events or working In-office is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance. This is a remote/home-based position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.
Required Qualifications (you must meet ONE of the provided options and any additional criteria listed.):
Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: Six (6) or more years of combined experience providing technical assistance or consultation in a health services program (or closely allied field) that may include the following:
- Performing tasks that include data collection and management
- The use of REDCap or similar digital survey tools
- Developing and managing contracts or grants
- Developing outreach communication materials and technical assistance documents
Option 2: An associate degree that includes course work in public health, community health, health communications, public administration, environmental sciences, or a related field, AND Four (4) or more years of combined experience providing technical assistance or consultation in a health services program (or closely allied field) that may include the following:
- Performing tasks that include data collection and management
- The use of REDCap or similar digital survey tools
- Developing and managing contracts or grants
- Developing outreach communication materials and technical assistance documents
Option 3: A bachelor’s degree or higher that includes course work in public health, community health, health communications, public administration, environmental sciences, or a related field, AND Two (2) or more years of combined experience providing technical assistance or consultation in a health services program (or closely allied field) that may include the following:
- Performing tasks that include data collection and management
- The use of REDCap or similar digital survey tools
- Developing and managing contracts or grants
- Developing outreach communication materials and technical assistance documents
AND for all options Experience will include practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks, database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and Microsoft Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with or in schools.
- Experience with environmental lead sampling and testing.
- Project management experience
Benefits and Lifestyle
We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about “Why DOH” by visiting Work@Health.
We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We’re driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
Conditions of Employment:
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:
- Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved supervisor).
- Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
- Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
- Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in person at the designated DOH site location.
- Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
- Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
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APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
To apply, click “Apply” and complete the application. Attach your resume, and cover letter.
In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.
Do attach the following:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- DD-214 (if applicable)
Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
Do not include or attach the following – these documents or details will not be reviewed:
- REMOVE personal photos – do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
- Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
- Certifications or Diplomas
- Projects or Portfolios
- Letters of Recommendation
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Andrea Thieme at andrea.thieme@doh.wa.gov. For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@doh.wa.gov. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.
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Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
