Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Public Health
Job Classification Title
Program Coordinator III (S)
Position Number
60041176
Grade
NC12
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work
The BCCCP Program Coordinator serves as a regional consultant responsible for administering and supporting public health programs within the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program. The position provides consultative and administrative guidance to local providers, coordinates implementation of evidence‑based interventions, and ensures compliance with state and federal program requirements.
Work includes reviewing program data, resolving protocol concerns, and delivering training and technical assistance across assigned regions to enhance screening access and program performance. The role operates under general supervision and requires independent planning, technical problem‑solving, and frequent collaboration with providers, evaluators, and community partners to support program objectives.
Key Duties Include:
- Coordinate regional implementation of Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program activities by consulting with local providers on eligibility, protocols, and program requirements.
- Develop and deliver formal training modules and evidence‑based interventions to support provider compliance and improve screening and referral practices.
- Conduct technical assistance site visits, prepare written reports, document follow‑up actions, and provide ongoing support to address programmatic concerns.
- Review provider program data monthly to identify trends, resolve data or protocol issues, and support quality control efforts.
- Build regional capacity by assisting new providers with implementing tracking systems, follow‑up processes, recall schedules, and data reporting protocols.
- Determine and recommend education, awareness, and community development strategies to improve outreach and address identified health disparities.
- Collaborate with regional nurse consultants, evaluators, and partners to analyze burden data, establish partnerships, and support referral pathways for underserved populations.
- Utilize program data and evaluation resources to inform planning, improve interventions, and identify priority populations across assigned geographic areas.
- Conduct annual community‑clinical linkage assessments and local visit observations to identify successful practices that may be piloted in other regions.
- Perform other program coordination duties as assigned by the BCCCP Program Manager.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Demonstrates expert proficiency applying public health program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation methods, including hands‑on experience with breast and cervical cancer screening navigation, referral processes, rescreening workflows, and follow‑up systems.
Provides advanced‑level training and technical assistance through direct experience developing and delivering structured modules, consultations, and evidence‑based interventions for healthcare providers and community partners.
Utilizes expert‑level experience developing operational systems for patient tracking, referral management, follow‑up of abnormal findings, data submission, and adherence to program protocols.
Demonstrates advanced skill in coordinating collaborative partnerships, implementing evidence‑based interventions, resolving programmatic challenges, and managing multiple priorities independently across a defined region.
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
About the Cancer Prevention and Control Branch:
As part of CDI, the purpose of the Cancer Prevention and Control Branch is to reduce the overall cancer burden in North Carolina. This is accomplished by:
Planning, directing, and supporting cancer prevention and control efforts through collaborative work with partners in local, state, and national organizations, and universities.
Reducing the number of people who get and die from breast and cervical cancers and cardiovascular disease by providing testing and follow‐up services for uninsured and underinsured women in North Carolina.
Identifying opportunities to promote healthy behaviors related to eating, exercising, not using tobacco products, and safe environments.
Recommending health education activities for everyone.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits .
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected] . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application .
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
EEO Statement
T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Tresha Walker
Email:
[email protected]
