Health Program Specialist 2026-01236
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Health Program Specialist 2026-01236
Salary
$27.76 Hourly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01236
Department
Department Of Health
Division
Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date
05/01/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
HSHP08
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division, is seeking an individual who has a passion for improving the lives of Wyoming's older adult population. The Aging Division is committed to providing care, ensuring safety, and promoting independent choices for Wyoming's older adults. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Aging Division. The ideal candidate will possess the following professional and interpersonal competencies: a strong interest in conducting research and using data sets, well-honed problem solving skills; ability to identify opportunities for performance improvement; demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing to a variety of audiences, be flexible in a fast-paced environment; have excellent interpersonal skills and the desire to understand aging programs and help identify areas of improvement thoroughly.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
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Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Provide technical support and data analysis to Aging Division program managers, aging network providers, and key stakeholders.
Evaluate programs to measure both short and long-term impacts on aging programs, using publicly available data, federal and state resources.
Use data and research to improve and possibly expand existing programs and/or support new initiatives.
Create customized reports through database software for the use of Aging Division program managers and aging network providers.
Research requirements and develop goals and objectives for future program implementations.
Assesses providers' adherence to federal, state, and agency standards, assessing the effectiveness of service provision, data compilation, and analysis.
Data preparation, verification, compilation, and analysis for state or federal reporting requirements.
Represents the program by serving as liaison to various state-level interdepartmental programs, non-profit coalitions, and /or committees.
Provides provider and participant training and education, public education utilizing data analysis, resource development, identification, and implementation of best practices.
Serve as key liaison for Directors' Unit on Policy Research and Evaluation.
Manage Aging Division's social media account.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Services, Statistics, Data Management, or Healthcare; or other equivalent education and training with 1-5 years of progressive experience in managing a social services program.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of grant administration, management, and evaluation.
Knowledge of program administration and fiscal reporting
Ability to research Wyoming state statutes, applicable rules, and policies.
Ability to analyze data, perform statistical analysis, and conduct data processing and management.
Ability to plan and manage all phases of the research and data analysis projects, including timeline, data gathering and analysis, coordinating the work of others, and project deliverables.
Ability to maintain data agreements and data security, and will also draft and manage performance reports for the Division and the Director's Unit on Policy Research and Evaluation.
Ability to maintain relationships with other policy analysts within the Department of Health and other key stakeholders
Knowledge of navigating database software and Excel spreadsheets
Knowledge of marketing, social marketing, customer service, group dynamics, public relations, advocacy, and outreach strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) employer.
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
Know your full value.
Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
