Position Description If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health. About Harris County Public Health: Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County health. This is a grant funded position. Position Overview: The Food & Nutrition Program Coordinator supports the implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Food and Nutrition Project by overseeing vendor operations, monitoring performance, and helping expand service capacity. This role ensures vendors meet key deliverables, comply with program requirements, and effectively serve high-need communities across Harris County. The Coordinator also manages reporting, budgeting, and partner communications to support successful project outcomes. Duties & Responsibilities: * Oversee day-to-day operations and performance of awarded food and nutrition vendors to ensure project success and client impact. * Monitor and report on vendor progress toward contractual deliverables, KPIs, and milestones. * Manage budgets, invoices, and financial documentation in coordination with the HCPH finance and grant teams. * Provide technical assistance and guidance to vendors to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements. * Support vendors in implementing strategies to expand their service capacity and reach underserved communities. * Develop and maintain systems to track and evaluate service capacity growth, client reach, and operational improvements. * Prepare clear and concise reports and presentations for HCPH leadership, county stakeholders, and community partners. * Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and vendor outcomes. Collaborate with internal and external partners to align vendor activities with countywide food access and nutrition goals. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected] This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate. Requirements Education: * Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Social Work, Nutrition, Business, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: * One (1) year of relevant experience in program coordination, public engagement, vendor or partner communications, administrative support, or project/event management. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public-facing communication and reporting. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment. * Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information. * Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Core Competencies: Organizational Leadership * Understands the organizational mission. * Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust. * Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others. Collaboration * Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission. * Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group. * Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs. Innovation * Ability to adapt to change. Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics * Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. * Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. * Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses. * Uses sound judgment. * Self-motivated. * Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity. Communication * Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. NOTE:Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. Preferences N/A General Information Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: * Full Time | Grant-funded. * Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including weekends. * Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. * Expected to travel within Harris County jurisdiction. Work Environment: * This job operates in a professional office environment with occasional vendor site visits. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical Demands: * This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time. Work Location: * 1111 Fannin Street, Houston TX 77002. Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department. BENEFITS Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan. The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions: * Medical Coverage * Dental Coverage * Vision Coverage * Wellness Plan * Life Insurance * Long-term disability * Employee Assistance Program * Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service * Accrual rates increase based on years of service * Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday * Professional development opportunities * Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan * Healthcare Reimbursement Account * 457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees: * Retirement Pension (TCDRS) * Flexible schedule (varies by department) * Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program) In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: https://benefitsathctx.com/ 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position? * High School or GED diploma * Associate degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's Degree or higher * N/A; No Degree 02 If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following disciplines best relates to your degree most relevant to this position? * Public Health * Public Administration * Social Work * Nutrition * Business * Related field * Non-Related Field * N/A; No Degree 03 Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in program coordination, public engagement, vendor or partner communications, administrative support, or project/event management? (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) * Less than one (1) year. * One (1) year or more. * I do not have any relevant experience. 04 Please provide verifiable details of your experience program coordination, public engagement, vendor or partner communications, administrative support, or project/event management. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided 05 You are working on a project that requires using multiple Microsoft Office applications. Which of the following best describes your ability to efficiently complete tasks using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)? * I have basic knowledge and can perform simple tasks such as drafting documents, creating spreadsheets, and sending emails. * I have intermediate proficiency and can format documents, use formulas in Excel, create presentations with animations, and manage calendars in Outlook. * I am highly proficient and can use advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, macros), design professional PowerPoint presentations, and integrate data across multiple Office applications. * I have little to no experience using MS Office Suite. Required Question Employer Harris County Address 1111 Fannin St Ste. 600 Houston, Texas, 77002 Phone 713-274-5445 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx