Public Health Program Manager
Our client, Pennsylvania Association of Community Centers (PACHC) is seeking a driven, self-motivated Public Health Program Manager. This role will promote, support, and advance public health and population-focused initiatives across Pennsylvania’s community health centers. This role provides training and technical assistance, manages grant-funded programs, facilitates clinical work groups, and collaborates with state and national partners to advance data-informed, value-based, and prevention-oriented initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesPublic Health and Population Health InitiativesCollaborate with the Director of Clinical Operations and cross-functional team members to advance strategic public health and population-focused initiatives.Lead or support the development and implementation of data-informed initiatives using performance metrics and health center data to identify needs and priorities.Participate in and support the Value-Based Care Focus Group.Translate data, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends into actionable strategies for health centers.Oral Health InitiativesDevelop, implement, and coordinate training and technical assistance to support oral health integration within primary care settings.Manage oral health-related grants and initiatives, including school sealant, workforce, and other partner-funded projects.Facilitate and coordinate the Dental Work Group.Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders, including state agencies, coalitions, and national oral health organizations.Monitor trends, workforce issues, and policy developments affecting oral health programs.Emergency Preparedness InitiativesDevelop, implement, and coordinate emergency preparedness training and technical assistance for health centers.Facilitate and coordinate the Emergency Preparedness Work Group.Collect, analyze, and report emergency-related issues affecting health centers, including required reporting to HRSA and other entities.Maintain partnerships with public health and emergency preparedness organizations.Participate in relevant meetings and communicate important updates to internal and external stakeholders.Maternal Health InitiativesServe as project manager for maternal health and family planning quality improvement initiatives, including collaboration with external partners.Participate in meetings and work groups focused on maternal health.Facilitate trainings and activities related to assigned maternal health initiatives.Grant and Project ManagementManage multiple grant-funded programs simultaneously, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, deliverables, budgets, and reporting timelines.Coordinate with leadership and finance staff to monitor budgets.Track time and documentation across funding streams.Prepare reports, summaries, and updates for leadership, funders, and partners.QualificationsAssociates or Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Nursing, or a related field; advanced degree such as MPH or MHA preferred.Experience working with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) or HRSA-funded organizations.Experience supporting value-based care or population health initiatives.Experience writing and managing grant applications and programsKnowledge of FQHCs, health center clinical operations, and HRSA clinical-related regulations.Understanding of Medicaid and Medicare programs.Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives at the same time.Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.Experience with performance dashboards and interpreting healthcare data.Ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to collaborate effectively with clinicians, executives, and external partners.Adaptability and sound professional judgment.Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.Why Join UsThis is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in improving public health across Pennsylvania by supporting community health centers and advancing innovative, data-driven programs that improve care delivery and patient outcomes.