Public Health Consultant

About us

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov. 

Location Requirements 

DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions.  Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space. 

We are seeking a dedicated Public Health Consultant to support statewide Maternal and Infant Clinical Initiatives focused on improving maternal and infant health outcomes. This role will lead coordination efforts for the Ohio Council to Advance Maternal Health (OH-CAMH) and collaborate with healthcare providers, public health agencies, and community partners to reduce severe maternal morbidity, maternal mortality, and infant mortality. The position supports program planning, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation to advance evidence-based public health practice.

Program Coordination and Leadership

• Lead and coordinate activities of the Ohio Council to Advance Maternal Health (OH-CAMH), including stakeholder engagement, meeting facilitation, agenda development, and work plan management.
• Identify and engage diverse partners across healthcare, public health, community organizations, and advocacy groups.
• Organize and support task force meetings, trainings, conferences, and collaborative initiatives related to maternal and infant health.

Technical Assistance and Partnerships

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to healthcare professionals, public health agencies, and community organizations on maternal and infant health initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between state, local, and national partners to support coordinated efforts addressing maternal and infant health outcomes.
• Facilitate partnerships with community-based organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to strengthen collaborative approaches to improving health outcomes.

Data Analysis and Program Evaluation

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to maternal and infant health outcomes, including severe maternal morbidity, maternal mortality, and infant mortality.
• Develop and implement program and process evaluations to measure effectiveness and guide continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other communications to share program outcomes and inform policy and program development.

Grant and Contract Management

• Oversee contracts and grants supporting clinical initiative activities and data-to-action projects.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance with program and data reporting requirements.
• Assist with grant development, budgeting, funding proposals, and review of grant applications and contracts.

Education and Public Health Communication

• Develop educational materials and lead trainings, workshops, and public awareness activities related to maternal and infant health.
• Disseminate program information and research findings through reports, presentations, newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Support public education campaigns and outreach to healthcare providers and community partners.

Program Administration

• Contribute to program planning, policy development, and interpretation of public health guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain program documentation, records, and reporting systems to track activities, outcomes, and health objectives.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries and data requests and support reporting requirements for federal and state funders.

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months 

66 Months 

78 Months 

Pay Range

1199/12

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6 

Step 7 

Step 8  

Hourly

$31.74

$33.35

$34.96

$36.65

$38.49

$40.32

$42.29

$44.39

Annual

$66,019

$69,368

$72,717

$76,232

$80,059

$83,866

$87,963

$92,331

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Status of posted positions

You can check the status of your application online be signing into your profile and clicking the “My Jobpage” tab to view completed submissions and submission details. If you have questions other than your applications status, please direct them to DCY.HumanResources@childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation. 

-Or 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting, to include exp. in program evaluation, grant review, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; must be able to provide own transportation. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in public health program planning, implementation, or evaluation.
• Knowledge of maternal and infant health issues, health equity, and public health systems.
• Strong skills in data analysis, communication, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination.
• Experience working with diverse partners across healthcare, public health, and community organizations preferred.
• Experience with grant or contract management.
• Familiarity with program evaluation methods and health data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.