Career Development

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The Public Health Mentor Network connects public health students to alumni/public health professionals to help with career and professional development. Mentoring relationships benefit both the mentor and mentee. For mentees, the program can have a key impact on future career choices. For mentors, helping the next generation of public health leaders can be rewarding and impactful. We hope that these relationships will advance real-world understanding, promote alumni engagement, and enhance student discourse surrounding public health issues. With just a few hours per month, you will create lasting relationships that will enrich your academic and professional life, even after the program ends.

Description

The purpose of the Public Health Mentor Network is to facilitate active relationships between current students and alumni/public health professionals across various disciplines that encompass the Public Health Program at UND.

Mentors

Incentives

Alumni/public health professionals will be able to connect with UND students seeking a role model in the public health field. The Mentor Network will provide an opportunity to make professional contacts. Mentors will be invited to connect with each other as well as with students, if they so choose. Additionally, the mentors can potentially recruit promising students to their respective fields of work and increase the presence of their business or institution on campus.

Responsibilities

Commit to regular communication with your mentee and maintain your commitment throughout the program
Set goals and expectations using the Mentoring Agreement
Use the provided Mentor Network Guide as a structure for mentorship

Mentees

Incentives

Students will be encouraged to act as leaders and take initiative in their academic pursuits with enthusiasm, dedication, and confidence in their abilities. Through understanding the “big picture” of a public health education, they will see the connection between academic and professional life while planning ahead for post-graduate opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions, understand the modern workplace, learn about a specific company or field, determine the relevant skills necessary to a job in their desired field, and receive honest feedback regarding the practicality of their goals.

Responsibilities

Commit to regular communication with your mentor and maintain your commitment throughout the program. Aim for 1-2 hours per month as a combination of speaking with your mentor, prepping for conversations, setting goals, researching, etc.
Set goals and expectations for the relationship using the Mentoring Agreement - be thoughtful in goal setting and reflect on what you truly desire out of your undergraduate experience and what you want professionally.
Plan ahead for meetings with your mentor. Determine what questions you have your mentor so you maximally utilize their time and insights to grow and develop your career goals.
It is your responsibility to drive this program forward!

Career Development Resources
Preparing Your Curriculum Vitae - Association of American Medical Colleges
Resume Writing - Rockport Institute
Occupational Outlook Handbook - U.S. Department of Labor
UND Career Services - Resume, Cover Letter, Interview, Networking, References, Job Search Resources

Job Search Sites

Become certified in Public Health

Students and alumni of the UND M.P.H. Program are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam. Read about why you should get certified, the exam, and how to study at nbphe.org.

Benefits of Being CPH

Stay current on best practices and education through the user-friendly maintenance of certification program
Assure the community which you serve/protect that you've met and maintain a national, professional standard
Increase recognition of the public health professions
Demonstrate commitment to public health beyond your academic training
Show public health expertise by evidencing mastery of the core sciences of public health
Protect the public by staying current in public health
Distinguish yourself from others
Advance cohesiveness and collaboration with your professional peers by starting from a common foundation
Raise the visibility of public health

Handshake Opportunities

Handshake is the number one place for UND students and alumni to search for jobs and internships. Below are current job opportunities in public health and related areas. To see job descriptions for the positions below and for additional job, fellowship, and internship opportunities -- not to mention to apply filters for job type and location -- log in to Handshake using your firstname.lastname and password as you would for Blackboard or Campus Connection.

District Analyst (Wellness), Risk & Benefits Mgmt

DISTRICT ANALYST, Risk Benefits Management, NC52483720Please use the following link to apply and submit required documents for this position: http://jobs.dadeschools.net/Apply.aspOCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY - Wellness:Administer and provide support to District administrators, employees and labor union representatives in order to conduct and develop the District-wide wellness program for all School Board employees. The primary job function is health promotion, by conducting wellness events and educating employees on wellness literacy in order to reduce the District's healthcare expenditures.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Wellness:Work with the Wellness Supervisor, designated representative of the healthcare/wellness vendor and employee unions to educate and implement effective wellness initiatives District-wide.Assist and oversee (as needed) District-wide wellness events to encourage employee participation in the wellness program by planning, implementing, evaluating and/or monitoring said program.Assist in the explanation of wellness programs, policies, District goals and objectives and/or philosophy to staff and employees.Conduct presentations as needed and prepare written reports documenting results/statistics.Assist in the creation and maintaining of the wellness procedures manualAssist with the creation and managing of all communication, including promotional and educational material, as well as monthly newsletters.Collaborate and work cooperatively with offices, departments, and staff to ensure adherence to the district's standards and best practices.Communicate with all M-DCPS departments, employees, administrators, who may have questions regarding wellness program.Perform other duties related to general administrative responsibilities of the position.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis work requires the following physical activities: mobility, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. T he work is performed primarily indoors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS1. Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or five (5) years of experience in related field.2. Knowledge of computer software and technology pertinent to area of specification.3. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. The APPLICATION DEADLINE is Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by 4:00 p.m. Please attach a CURRENT RESUME, COVER LETTER and TWO PROFESSIONAL LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (signed or electronic signature & dated within past 12 months) to your online candidate profile.Questions should be addressed to Mr. Jorge Rubio, District Director, at 305-995-7247 or by via email administrativestaffing@dadeschools.net

11/28/2023

11:53AM

Emergency Response Planning Director

The Emergency Response Planning Director develops, implements, and evaluates cost-effective and outcome-based strategies for the Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD’s) emergency preparedness program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProgram Leadership, Direction and PlanningOversee the MHD’s emergency preparedness activities; assure program compliance with city, state and federal regulatory requirements.Monitor national best practices for regulatory programs and implement proven strategies to improve divisional performance and outcomes.Utilize outcomes-based management and quality improvement strategies to improve divisional performance and outcomes.Assist with outbreak investigations in coordination with other branches, departments, and other state, local and federal agencies. Staff Management and AdministrationDevelop and implement a program for professional development and field evaluation of staff.Promote an environment of critical and creative thinking, professional growth, open communication and collaborative relationships.Participate in recruitment, selection, and assignment of emergency preparedness personnel.Lead efforts to build morale, enforce accountability and discipline, and improve performance.Community CollaborationDevelop and maintain collaborative relationships with other City departments, such as the Office of Emergency Management/Homeland Security and Communications, Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Police Department, Department of Public Works, Department of Neighborhood Services, City Attorney’s Office and state and federal regulatory agencies such as the WI Department of Health Services, Healthcare Emergency Readiness Coalition (HERC) Region 7, US Department of Health and Human Services.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community-based organizations, private and non-profit agencies in the City and region; represent the department at community-based events.We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTOccasionally will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.May work outside of regular work hours in conjunction with public health emergencies and investigations and/or be assigned to participate in an MHD Incident Command System during a declared public health emergency.The preplacement medical requirements for this title include: Physical AudiogramVisionTB Test, annually throughout employmentCurrent Covid-19 VaccineHep B VaccineMMR VaccineVaricella VaccineDrug Screen - Non DOT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSA bachelor’s degree in environmental health, emergency management, public health, physical science, biology, natural or physical science or a related field from an accredited college or university.Five years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in emergency preparedness, program management and supervision within a governmental agency.Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment and the availability of a properly-insured personal vehicle for use on the job (automobile allowance provided).Possession of Emergency Preparedness certificates ICS 100, 200, 300, and NIMS 700 from FEMA within three months of appointment and throughout employment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. CURRENT SALARYThe current salary range (Pay Range 1IX) is $94,051-$109,938 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $96,873-$113,236 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval. The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program.For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit: https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits. The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

11/27/2023

11:51AM

Public Health Nurse

Public Health Nurses at the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) engage in a variety of population-based and individual nursing activities in homes, schools, clinics and community settings designed to assure that health care is accessible and available to residents. Nursing assignments may be in one of the following programs: Empowering Families of Milwaukee (EFM), Parents Nurturing and Caring for their Children (PNCC), Communicable Disease, Tuberculosis Prevention and Care, Home Environmental Health, Milwaukee Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness and Sexual and Reproductive Health.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSHOME VISITING PROGRAMSEmpowering Families of Milwaukee (EFM)Conduct in-person, virtual and telephonic home visits and work intensively with at-risk population including pregnant women, or newly delivered mothers and their infants, and family support systems in order to improve maternal/child health and to provide health related education including: breastfeeding support, prenatal and postpartum support, and early childhood health, development, and well-being.Provide evidence-based parenting curriculum and health education via the Parents as Teachers model. Program offers up to three years of services for eligible families.Parents Nurturing and Caring for their Children (PNCC)Conduct in-person, virtual and telephonic home visits and work intensively with at-risk pregnant women in order to improve maternal/child health and to provide health related education including that related to breastfeeding support, prenatal support, birth planning and referral services.Provide short term home visitation services to improve birth outcomes, curtail child maltreatment and decrease infant and maternal mortality.Home Environmental Health - Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention ProgramProvide family-centered case management to assess early childhood developmental, nutritional and medical needs of children testing positive for lead poisoning.Provide education on lead hazards and strategies to reduce exposure.Conduct in-person, virtual and telephonic home visits to engage families to develop and.CLINIC BASED PROGRAMSCommunicable Disease ProgramPerform communicable disease control activities such as detection, intervention, surveillance, education and referral in order to prevent the further spread of infection of reportable communicable diseases (e.g. enteric illnesses, vaccine preventable diseases, water or vector borne infections, and new emerging infections).Work collaboratively with MHD programs to investigate reportable communicable disease outbreak.Tuberculosis Prevention and Care ClinicPerform TB screening and assessment, and provide treatment to patients using established medical protocols and in consultation with the medical consultant.Conduct and evaluate TB case investigations.Milwaukee Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness ProgramProvide breast and cervical cancer screening to eligible women, coordinate diagnostic services, and enroll women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer into Medicaid to pay for treatment.Provide services that support cardiovascular risk reduction to clients who are enrolled in Wisconsin Well Women Program. This program also covers some treatment services for women with abnormal test results for high blood pressure, high blood sugar and high cholesterol.Sexual and Reproductive Health ProgramPerform STI and HIV screening, assessment, counseling; treat clients seeking services using established medical protocols.Participate in the prevention of STI, HIV and other communicable disease through one on one counseling, group education and community outreach.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTWork standard hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday; however, on rotating Mondays and Thursdays, the schedule is 10:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.Must wear industry related personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, facemask or face shield.May travel outside the City of Milwaukee, occasionally overnight, in order to attend training and conferences.May be required to carry a mobile device during business hours.Must be able to lift and move up to 25 lbs.While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to infectious agents or toxins.The Public Health Nurse is considered essential staff during the current public health emergency.The preplacement medical requirements for this title include:Physical/lift testAudiogramVisionTB Test; annually throughout employmentHep B VaccineMMR VaccineVaricella VaccineMedical evaluation for respiratorRespirator fit testNon-DOT drug testMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program. (Note: Students in their final year in school may participate in the selection process but may not be hired until the degree has been completed.)Current permit or license to practice professional nursing in Wisconsin OR eligibility to receive such permit or license. License must be obtained by the time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.Valid driver's license and possession of a properly insured vehicle for use on the job is required at time of appointment and throughout employment. Mileage reimbursement is provided.CURRENT SALARYThe current salary range (2DN) is $66,810-$74,974 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $68,814-$77,223 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval. BENEFITSThe City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program. For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit: https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

11/27/2023

10:24AM