Community Health Operations Technician

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

If youre looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services community programming and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation engagement and health equity HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview:

The Community Health Operations Technician supports the delivery of public health services by performing operational and logistical functions essential to program continuity. This position is responsible for the safe management and timely transport of pharmaceuticals vaccines supplies equipment and materials; supporting mobile and site-based operations; and assisting with logistics during routine operations surge activities and emergency response situations. The role contributes to maintaining continuity readiness and efficiency across Community Health and Wellness Division services.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs transportation and logistical support activities for public health operations including the movement and management of pharmaceuticals vaccines supplies equipment and materials between locations.
Supports mobile site-based and field operations by ensuring required materials are delivered staged and returned as needed.
Handles transports and monitors materials in accordance with established safety handling and storage protocols including temperature-sensitive items when applicable.
Completes basic documentation related to deliveries inventory movement and operational activities.
Assists with operational readiness during surge periods special events and emergency response activities including rapid redeployment or relocation of materials.
Maintains vehicle readiness through routine inspections cleanliness and reporting of maintenance or safety issues.
Coordinates with staff supervisors and program teams to support daily operational needs and address logistical issues.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Six (6) months of experience in logistics operations support transportation or a related field

Licensure/Certifications:

Valid Texas Driver License

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic logistics transportation and operational support principles
Ability to follow written procedures safety guidelines and operational protocols
Ability to safely operate county vehicles and equipment in compliance with applicable policies and regulations
Ability to handle materials and equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Ability to adapt to changing priorities schedules and operational needs
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with others
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain professionalism in a variety of work environments

Core Competencies:

Organizational Leadership

Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

Collaboration

Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity diversity inclusion and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation

Ability to adapt to change

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect
Behaves in an honest fair and ethical manner
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Self-motivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication

Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position funded through special revenue.
Typical work hours are 8 am to 5 pm but may vary to include early mornings evenings weekends or extended hours based on operational needs special events or emergency response activities.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a combination of office clinic mobile warehouse outdoor and community settings. The position may involve exposure to varying weather conditions noise and traffic environments. Work assignments may change based on operational demands including emergency or surge response activities.

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to stand walk sit bend lift and carry materials and equipment of moderate weight. The employee must be able to operate vehicles and equipment safely and may be required to perform physical tasks associated with loading unloading and staging supplies.

Work Location:

Harris County Public Health: This position supports the different locations where the Community Health & Wellness Division operates included but not limited to Clinical Health Services clinics Mobile Units Community Centers and Schools.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Required Experience:

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