Injury and Violence Prevention Program Manager 2026-01164

Summary: The State of Wyoming is seeking an Injury and Violence Prevention Program Manager to oversee the Wyoming Injury and Violence Prevention Program within the Public Health Division. This role involves managing program policies, supervising staff, and coordinating injury prevention activities to improve health outcomes in the state. Responsibilities: - Manage all aspects of the Wyoming Injury and Violence Prevention Program by developing and administering policy, procedures, and programming initiatives - Directly supervise employees, including leadership development, guidance, and consultation - Writes, coordinates, implements, and oversees grant and contract activities - Design and execute program activities; formulate, recommend, and implement changes - Gather information, analyze and interpret data, applying the results to policy recommendations - Prepare written and/or verbal reports on program performance - Coordinate teams and provide leadership to review cases of death, including those from injury or suicide, and provide a public health perspective - Oversee funding requirements, including writing, coordinating, implementing, and overseeing grant activities - Manage and administer the annual budget - Interpret and ensure compliance with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to injury prevention - Collaborate with stakeholders and develop strong working relationships - Design and present professional presentations pertaining to injury prevention - Serve as a key liaison with key federal stakeholders and other groups Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare) - 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist - 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist (if education & experience substitution is applicable) - Skilled in written and oral communication, public speaking, preparation of professional publications and presentations, leadership, team building, problem solving, and conflict resolution - Skilled in grant writing; budget monitoring, management, and oversight; collection and analysis of data and other information for program planning, monitoring, and evaluation purposes; and report writing for multiple stakeholders - Skilled in interpersonal communication and effective problem-solving - Skilled in managing a successful team, as well as managing change by creating and communicating a vision and incorporating new ideas and processes into day-to-day operations - Knowledge of effective program management techniques, employee supervision, and team building processes - Knowledge of developing and implementing policies and procedures - Knowledge of the principles of: unintentional injury prevention, suicide prevention, health promotion, evidence-based public health interventions, public health, and quality assurance/performance management - Knowledge of the principles of customer service (internal and external customers) Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in psychology/social science or services, public health, health promotion, public administration, or related field with 1-3 years of progressive work experience managing a health services program Required Skills: Grant Writing, Budget Monitoring, Budget Management, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Program Planning, Program Monitoring, Program Evaluation, Report Writing, Employee Supervision, Policy Development, Policy Implementation, Unintentional Injury Prevention, Suicide Prevention, Health Promotion, Evidence-Based Public Health Interventions, Public Health, Quality Assurance, Performance Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Team Building Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays, Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future, Flexible schedules and work-life balance options, Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities, MUCH MORE!