Public Health Program Manager

For More Details, Please send me a connection request on LinkedIn Client: State Job Title: Public Health Program Manager Duration: 6-12+ Months Working Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Start Date: ASAP Position Type: Contract Location: Nashville, TN 37243 (Remote) Hours per week: 37.5 hrs a week Interview Type: Webcam Key Job Responsibilities: The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH), Division of Family Health and Wellness (FHW), is seeking a Public Health Program Director 2 to work with the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program within the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Section. This position will be responsible for advancing smoking cessation initiatives, with a focus on populations experiencing the highest rates of tobacco use. Key responsibilities include: Program Leadership: Direct and manage evidence-based cessation programs designed to reduce tobacco and nicotine use across the state. Stakeholder Engagement: Convene and collaborate with public health partners, community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to build capacity and strengthen statewide tobacco control efforts. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Utilize epidemiologic data and program evaluation to inform strategies, monitor progress, and ensure accountability in reducing tobacco-related burden. Strategic Implementation: Align program goals with TDH priorities, and national best practices to maximize impact on population health. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills to drive a comprehensive tobacco cessation agenda. This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide initiatives, improve health outcomes, and reduce the toll of tobacco and vaping on Tennessee communities. • This role is hybrid with some in-office expectations in Nashville, TN at supervisor discretion. Position is renewable annually, pending funding availability. First day attendance expected in-person in Nashville for orientation and laptop deployment. Travel to Nashville, TN is not reimbursable. Position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Weekly work schedule is Monday-Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM, with no overtime allowed. Apply tot his job