Temporary - Public Health Youth Program Specialist

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience may substitute for education up to four years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview
The Public Health Youth Program Specialist ( YPS ) will identify, recruit, and retain youth and young adult leaders from the 78744 zip code; implement and facilitate youth business meetings; support community needs and strengths assessments. YPS is responsible for managing all of the logistics and functional tasks necessary for meeting the goals and objectives of the assigned projects, and for ensuring that the youth are experiencing high quality and culturally relevant leadership opportunities. The YPS will work to support overall CYD projects and initiatives, prepare appropriate materials, collaborate with community partners, schedule field trips, and develop and lead training for youth leaders and other partners.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide the job title, employment dates and description of responsibilities for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered, in lieu of a completed City of Austin application.
• Please understand that your job application, cover letter, and resume will be used to measure or assess your written communication skills, including grammar and spelling, in helping us screen applications and determine candidates to be interviewed.
• Work experience listed must include month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.
• When completing the supplemental questions, please note that your answers must be supported by information contained in your application.

Driving Requirement

• This position requires a valid Class “C” driver’s license or the ability to acquire one by your hire date.
• External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

APH Information

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

Be a part of Austin Public Health, https://youtu.be/wJgNIc3ivkA .

Tobacco-Free Workplace

The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises.

Immunization Requirement

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED :

• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• All Austin Public Health worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any Austin Public Health worksite - including parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
• COVID -19 considerations: This position is not exclusively telework based during the COVID -19 pandemic and will require in-person work on a regular basis upon hire. We will provide a full suite of PPE when in-person contact is necessary.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
• A skills assessment may be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Pay Range
$22.00/hour

Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
*Weekly evening and Weekend hours (Saturdays)
Job Close Date 01/08/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Grant Funded Category Professional Location 6800 Burleson Road, Austin TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience implementing youth leadership programming
• Experience mentoring youth in out of school time positive youth development activities
• Familiarity with social media tools for organizing and advocacy (i.e. Remind App, Facebook, and Instagram).
• Spanish speaker
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Lead and monitor work performed by youth work crews. Insure youth crews perform work in accordance with all safety rules. Provide training and document actions taken for youth work crews. Drive vehicles and insure all vehicles have safety/emergency supplies as required. Mentor, guide, and counsel youth in adapting to a professional work environment. Compile data/information for reports. Research information as requested and/or needed. Write informational reports. Answer citizen questions and provide assistance

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of or ability to learn grounds keeping processes, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in grounds services.
• Skill in directing and assigning work to others.
• Oral and written communication skills necessary for providing instruction and feedback.
• Ability to mentor, train and guide youth.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The Minimum Qualifications for this position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department
• No, I cannot meet this requirement

* This position requires a Class “C” Driver’s License. Do you have a Class “C” Driver’s License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Class “C” Driver’s License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your knowledge and/or experience leading at-risk youth aged participants.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with underserved populations and communities of color.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires meeting the needs of students and their families which includes meeting after work hours and on Saturdays. Can you work outside of a normal Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm schedule?
(Open Ended Question)
* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No
• Don't know

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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