1st Five and PRAMS Program Planner II
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1st Five and PRAMS Program Planner II
Salary
$52,790.40 - $80,204.80 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-00518
Agency
400 Health & Human Services - Public Health
Opening Date
09/03/2025
Closing Date
9/23/2025 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
LI-POST
Point of Contact
Sylvia Navin - sylvia.navin@hhs.iowa.gov
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Job Description
Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Public Health, Bureau of Family Health is seeking aProgram Planner IIto join our team!
Under the direction of the Maternal and Reproductive Health Section Manager, this position will provide support, consultation, education, and subject matter expertise regarding Iowa's 1st Five Healthy Mental Development Initiative and performs nonsupervisory data management work for the Iowa Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS), a statewide surveillance system to assess and monitor maternal and newborn health outcomes.
This position will be responsible for:
Supporting the 1st Five Healthy Mental Development Initiative by:
Developing and maintaining policy/procedure manuals and guidance documents and ensuring ongoing compliance with HHS Communication requirements
Leading the development and distribution of informative program materials, provider recognition strategies, common outreach items, issue briefs, evaluation data, family stories, program brochures, legislative communication tools, etc.
Leading 1st Five program input for maintenance of the Iowa Connected database, including:
Collaborating with 1st Five Program Consultants and Iowa Connected Data Manager to monitor needed system adjustments,
Consulting with both HHS Team Member and external stakeholders regarding ongoing system functionality and required maintenance,
Requesting data reports and assisting in analyzing report results, and
Providing technical assistance to both HHS team members and external stakeholders regarding the accurate documentation of services within the system.
Leading the scheduling, planning, coordination and implementation of all identified 1st Five competitive bid/contract development documents. This position will coordinate with the 1st Five Program consultants to ensure distribution and completion of all required contract scopes of work, ensure all program requirements are drafted, all contract process requirements are met, and all contracts are executed in a timely manner
Assisting in the development and ongoing management of the 1st Five Program budget and leading the completion of reports to funders
Leading the planning, development, implementation, scheduling and documentation of 1st Five Consortium's, monthly calls, etc.
Maintaining expertise regarding early childhood development, primary care practice, developmental surveillance and screening, health care payment systems (including but not limited to Medicaid) and health care delivery.
Implementing all aspects of data collection for the Iowa PRAMS project, including:
Using the PRAMS Integrated Data Management System to prepare and distribute mailings to the PRAMS sample
Preparing phone interview worksheets
Communicating with the phone contractor to ensure updated information is provided for moms in phone phase
Searching for missing addresses and phone numbers using internal and external data sources
Completing data entry for returned mailed surveys
Tracking and distributing gift certificates to PRAMS respondents.
Other duties as assigned including assignments made in an emergency or disaster as mutually agreed upon by the employee and employer.
Benefits
Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:
Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.
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Background Checks
Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with "lived experience" and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired - Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
Selectives
535 Public Health:
6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both related to improving, maintaining, and protecting the general condition of health within society, either on a personal, institutional, organizational, or community basis. Experience may be gained from direct provision of health care or from other ancillary programs and support mechanisms such as government public health departments.
AND
280 Human/Social Services Programs:
6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both directly related to human/social services. Experience generally obtained from either some level of government organization or a non-profit organization delivering these services. Must demonstrate exposure to the basic concepts of human/social services and related policies and procedures. Programs include those traditionally under the purview of the Department of Human Services, such as but not limited to:
Child and family welfare
Medicaid
Entitlement programs
Income maintenance
Mental health
Development disabilities
Child support recovery
OR
095 Child Development (or Early Childhood):
6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both. Experience should be in the direct care or the overseeing of others who provide direct care to children.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
1) Six years of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility).
2) All of the following (a and b):
a. A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and
b. A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Program Planner 1.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\and\pay/JobClassDescriptions/ProgramPlanner2-04022.pdf) .
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Medicaid
Entitlement programs
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Development disabilities
Child support recovery
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Address
Lucas State Office Building
321 E 12th St
Des Moines, 50319
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