The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) works with our local and tribal public health partners, and community groups statewide, on a wide variety of programs and services that protect the health of Wisconsin residents. 

DPH is recruiting for an Adolescent Health Fidelity Monitor in the Bureau of Community Health Promotion (BCHP).

The position will work daytime hours Monday – Friday, up to 20 hours per week. Hours will be flexible to the extent that operational needs are met. The position will be headquartered at one of the DPH central or regional offices with the possibility for a hybrid remote work schedule as allowed by the needs of the business unit. Statewide travel will be required up to 30% of the time. 

Our diversity, equity and inclusion team strives to hire, develop and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture.

Please review the information regarding Limited Term Employment (LTE) with the State of Wisconsin:

• LTE positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to a permanent civil service classified position and do not lead to permanent status.
• Wisconsin residency is required for LTE positions.
• No more than 1039 hours may be worked in a 12-month year.

Position Summary

As the Adolescent Health Fidelity Monitor, you will be responsible for conducting fidelity observations for facilitators working with grants administered by the Child and Adolescent Health Team, including the Personal Responsibility Education Program and Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program. The primary objective is to ensure that these curricula are replicated with fidelity and high-quality facilitation. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that all shared information is medically accurate, complete, age-appropriate, and acknowledges the diverse experiences of youth.
• Reporting monitoring observations to the DHS Program Coordinator(s).
• Providing technical assistance and coaching to local facilitators and programs implementing evidence-based and evidence-informed positive youth development and sexual and reproductive health curricula.
• Understanding and communicating grant requirements and required covered topics per federal grant guidelines.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $25.00 and $32.00 per hour depending on qualifications. This is an LTE appointment and is limited to 1039 hours in a year.

The position is classified as a Grants Specialist and is in pay schedule and range 07/04.

Job Details

• All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
• DHS strives to hire individuals who demonstrate the ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
• Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience with program monitoring and evaluation. 
• Professional or lived experience related to adolescent health or youth empowerment and engagement initiatives. 
• Experience with grant coordination or management. 

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience with public health programs, principles, policy, systems or environmental change practices. 
• Experience with adolescent health programs and the Positive Youth Development framework and Life Course Model. 
• Experience with federal grant coordination or management, including preparing and monitoring contracts and budgets. 
• Experience with health equity and social justice initiatives. 

Your letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here. 

How To Apply

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. 
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• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at DHSDPHHR@dhs.wisconsin.gov. 

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is September 10th at 11:59 pm.