This announcement will be used to fill two (2) Health Services Consultant 3 (HSC3) positions; permanent and non-permanent. The non-permanent position is currently funded until September 30, 2026.

Make a difference.

The mission of the Department of Health (DOH) is to protect and improve the health of people in Washington State. The Prevention and Community Health (PCH) Division supports the agency mission by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to enhance the health of individuals, families and communities and eliminate health inequities. This position is in the Child Health unit in the Thriving Children and Youth (TCY) Section in the Office of Family and Community Health Improvement (OFCHI). The CHU focuses on programs, policies, and systems that affect the health and well-being of children (primarily ages 0-11 years) and their families, with a strong, intentional focus on equity and racial justice.

The permanent Health Service Consultant 3 fulfills primary prevention goals by assuring all children in Washington State can develop their full potential, regardless of race, ethnicity, income, or neighborhood. This position provides leadership and consultation in early childhood health, safety, and development, collaborating with partners and stakeholders to promote integrated systems of care in Washington State. With the TCY Section Manager, CHU Supervisor, internal team, and external facing advisory councils/workgroups, they lead the Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) Cooperative Agreement, focused on building/strengthening early childhood systems of care that are equitable, sustainable, comprehensive, and inclusive of the health system to promote early developmental health and family well-being, beginning prenatally.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project Leadership and Coordination: Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of the ECCS initiative in Washington State, aligning with state-wide initiatives and collaborating with internal and external partners.
• Grant and Contract Management: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external partners, overseeing meetings, schedules, and grant-related responsibilities, while managing all aspects of grant deliverables for the ECCS initiative, serving as the primary liaison for funders and ensuring accountability for grant funds.
• Community and Family Engagement: Facilitate collaboration with families and communities, promoting family leadership in early childhood systems efforts.

The project Health Service Consultant 3 fulfills primary prevention goals by assuring all children in Washington State can develop their full potential, regardless of race, ethnicity, income, or neighborhood. This position provides leadership and consultation in early childhood health, safety, and development, collaborating with partners and stakeholders to advance statewide systems of early childhood developmental promotion, screenings, and interventions in Washington State. With the TCY Section Manager, CHU Supervisor, internal team, and external facing advisory councils/workgroups, they lead the Early Childhood Developmental Health Systems (ECDHS) initiative, focused on improvements in early childhood developmental (ECD) health and well-being (e.g., child flourishing, family resilience) and reduced disparities associated with childhood poverty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Initiative Leadership: Plan, coordinate, and lead the implementation of the ECDHS initiative in Washington State.
• Collaboration and Facilitation: Facilitate collaboration with relevant partners (internal and external), including communities, to advance statewide systems of comprehensive early childhood developmental health.
• Implementation and Evaluation: Coordinate implementation and evaluation activities with the DOH Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) program lead and evaluator.
• Communication and Accountability: Serve as the primary point of contact for partners (internal and external) working to improve outcomes and reduce disparities in ECD health and family well-being.
• Contract Management: Develop and implement monitoring plans to ensure all contract objectives/deliverables are met and all products are of the highest possible quality.

Work setting

The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance including telework and reporting to the Tumwater, WA duty station for work activities as needed. In-person work is infrequent. Any in-person work would be scheduled in advance. 

Work that matters

Public health promotes and protects the health of all people in the state of Washington, in the communities where they live, learn, work, and play. We understand that our efforts to achieve more equitable health outcomes for the communities we serve begin with our ability to operationalize and institutionalize equity throughout our internal policies, systems, and practices. 

About DOH

Join the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding public health. As a frontline defender of our communities, DOH collaborates with partners around the clock to impact the lives of every Washingtonian and visitor. We’re not just an organization; we’re a catalyst for change, guided by our core values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement. Our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington’s health is in motion, and we invite you to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of the state by joining us in this exciting journey. Your work at DOH truly matters.

Why DOH

We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. To learn more about “Why DOH”, visit Work@Health.  

Our Ideal Candidate 

Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative. Applies quality improvement tools to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and overall work quality. Interacts effectively with diverse customers and partners, demonstrating cultural, ethnic, and gender sensitivity and competence. Demonstrates a high level of analytical skill in addressing challenges with innovative and effective solutions.

Required Qualifications

Note: Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

Option 1: Eight (8) years of research-informed and community-driven program management or consultative experience focused on family, child, or youth health.  

Option 2: A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Behavioral Health, Health Care Administration, Social Work, Public Administration, Nursing or other closely allied AND four (4) or more years of research-informed and community-driven program management or consultative experience focused on family, child, or youth health. 

Option 3: A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Behavioral Health, Health Care Administration, Social Work, Public Administration, Nursing or other closely allied AND two (2) or more years of research-informed and community-driven program management or consultative experience focused on family, child, or youth health.

All options must include the following required experience:

• One (1) or more years of experience leading the planning and facilitation of interactive, cross-sector, interdisciplinary teams and meetings, including excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in budgeting, contract development, report development or grants management experience with programs related to parent and child health. 
• Experience integrating racial equity and the social determinants of health into programs and teamwork. 
• Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Office, or similar applications: 
  • Word to create and format documents with various styles, fonts, and layouts, and applying basic formatting options. 
  • Excel to create and format spreadsheets with multiple sheets, sorting and filtering data effectively and modifying charts and graphs.
  • Outlook to manage emails by composing, replying and forwarding messages, and managing contacts and distribution lists.
  • PowerPoint to creating and formatting slides with consistent design, and understanding and applying master slides.

Desired Qualifications 

• Three (3) or more years of leading the planning and facilitation of interactive, cross-sector, interdisciplinary teams and meetings, including excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Three (3) or more years of budgeting, contract development, report development and grants management experience with programs related to early childhood health and family well-being.
• Two (2) or more years of demonstrated skill in integrating racial equity and the social determinants of health into programs, personal relations, and teamwork. 
• Experience working with communities on community-led initiatives.
• Experience identifying and advancing finance and policy strategies to support and sustain efforts that promote early childhood developmental health and well-being.
• Experience utilizing two-way communication to accomplish shared goals.
• Experience working with maternal and child health populations.