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State of Michigan Public Health Consultant 9-12 - WIC Program Area Lead (Lab, Anthropometric) in Lansing, Michigan
Public Health Consultant 9-12 - WIC Program Area Lead (Lab, Anthropometric)
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Public Health Consultant 9-12 - WIC Program Area Lead (Lab, Anthropometric)
Salary
$2,144.00 - $3,870.40 Biweekly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
3901-26-PH-HW-021-FILL
Department
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Opening Date
03/18/2026
Closing Date
4/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Description
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Job Description
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdhhs/MDHHS_Diversity_Equity_and_Inclusion_Plan_649033_7.pdf) .
Public Health Consultant E (9-P11)
The WIC Public Health Consultant serves as a developing professional responsible for providing consultation, training, and technical assistance to Local Public Health Officials, Local WIC Agency staff, and other stakeholders regarding the administration and operation of the USDA Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Working within the Training, Evaluation, and Compliance Unit, the incumbent supports WIC policy implementation, assists in training local agency staff, and helps monitor local agency compliance with federal and state requirements.
This position develops knowledge and skills in assigned program areas—such as WIC anthropometric and laboratory practices, training, and technical assistance—and contributes to the development of training materials, policy clarification, and program evaluation activities. Consultants are assigned to support a region or group of local WIC agencies, helping ensure agencies are evaluated according to federal standards and receive appropriate training and consultation. The Michigan WIC Program operates statewide and is funded through the USDA.
Within the different levels, entry (9), intermediate (10) and experienced (11), duties are performed with increasing independence, complexity, and responsibility within established WIC policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Position Description (E Level) (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/WICPALLABPDE.pdf)
Public Health Consultant A (12)
The WIC Public Health Consultant has the responsibility to provide leadership, consult, advise, train and provide technical assistance to Local Public Health Officials, Local WIC Agency Staff, and interest groups concerning the administration and operation of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) WIC Program whose purpose is to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk. Within the Training, Evaluation and Compliance Unit, consultants are assigned responsibility for WIC policy, training local agency staff, and monitoring local agency compliance. This position serves as the State WIC Program Area Lead (PAL) in the areas of WIC laboratory, anthropometric, training and technical assistance. Unit staff develop WIC training materials and provide consultation to local WIC agencies. Consultants are assigned to work with a region or group of local WIC agencies, to assure the agencies are evaluated according to federal standards and guidelines and receive appropriate training and technical assistance. The Michigan WIC Program operates statewide and is federally funded through the USDA.
Position Description (A Level) (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/WICPALLABPDA.pdf)
Job Specification
To be considered for this position you must:
apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
attach a cover letter.
if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
attach a writing sample. Th e writing sample should be less than one page and describing three health and nutrition outcomes which may be improved with the benefits of the WIC program.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/New_Online_Employment_Application_Guide_-_First_Time_User_446027_7.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a master's degree in public health, health communication, health policy or a public health-related field such as nursing, epidemiology, health education, health economics, dietetics/nutrition management, genetics, or speech and audiology; a master's degree in social work; master's degree in counseling; master's degree in special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master's degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration.
Experience
Public Health Consultant 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Public Health Consultant 10
One year of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant 9.
Public Health Consultant P11
Two years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Public Health Consultant 10.
Public Health Consultant 12
Three years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Public Health Consultant P11.
Additional Requirements and Information
The physical location of this position is 320 S. Walnut, 5N, Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov . Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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PBHLCST - Do you possess master's degree in public health, health communication, health policy or a public health-related field such as nursing, epidemiology, health education, health economics, dietetics/nutrition management, genetics, or speech and audiology; a master's degree in social work; master's degree in counseling; master's degree in special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master's degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
Yes
No
02
PBHLCST - Please select your level of experience.
None to one year of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant.
At least one year of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant.
At least two years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant.
At least three years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant.
03
From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)
A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee
A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status
A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee
A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status
None of the above
04
Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions, such as a reduction in force, need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.
I have been dismissed within the last two years
I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
I have been suspended without pay within the last two years
I have received a written reprimand within the last two years
I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years
I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years
I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me
05
If you selected that you have been dismissed within the last two years, resigned in lieu of dismissal within the last two years, suspended without pay within the last two years, received a written reprimand within the last two years, received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years, or signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years, please provide an explanation below. If none of the above apply to you, please enter 'N/A'.
06
Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Central Registry?
Yes
No
07
Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?
Yes
No
08
Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a Public Health Consultant 9-12 and interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?
Yes
No
09
Do you have any objection to being fingerprinted or drug tested?
Yes
No
10
Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
11
Did you attach a copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
12
Do you possess certification as either a Registered Dietitian or Registered Nurse?
Yes
No
13
Please describe the educational experience that qualifies you for this position.
14
Please describe the professional work experience that qualifies you for this position.
15
Did you submit a writing sample? The writing sample should be less than one page and describing three health and nutrition outcomes which may be improved with the benefits of the WIC program.
Yes
No
16
From the list below, please select the following programs you have working knowledge or experience with:
MS PowerPoint
MS Word
MS Excel
None of the above
17
Describe a time when you needed to work cooperatively with someone that did not share the same ideas as you
18
Do you have experience with Public Health programs, maternal and child health programs, and/or WIC program experience?
Yes
No
19
Please describe your Public Health programs, maternal and child health programs, and/or WIC program experience.
20
Do you have knowledge of WIC Program regulations, and other child and maternal health programs?
Yes
No
21
Please describe your knowledge of WIC Program regulations, and other child and maternal health programs.
22
Do you have experience in program development, planning, policy development, training development and program evaluation?
Yes
No
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Please describe your experience in program development, planning, policy development, training development and program evaluation.
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Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Address
Office of Human Resources
235 S. Grand Ave.
Lansing, Michigan, 48933
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