Strategic Initiatives Graduate Intern

Job Description Summary

Job Description

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Job Type: Unclassified

Job Classification: 1946 - Intern

Salary Grade: 1
 

Hiring Pay: $18.00 Per Hour

THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION ENDING OCTOBER 2027.

The first review of applications will be on 6/19/2026.

The Pima County Health Department is seeking a skilled Public Health Program Intern to drive implementation of the current strategic plan and workforce development efforts. This grant-funded temporary position reports to the Strategic Initiatives Program Manager, this role supports department-wide performance improvement and ensures compliance with public health accreditation standards. The internship will run until 10/29/27 and candidates must commit to part-time hours (20–30 hours per week). Key responsibilities include leading the implementation and monitoring of the department’s strategic plan, tracking progress, preparing reports and presentations for community events, conferences, and internal meetings. Additionally, this role enhances the department’s learning environment by assessing employee desk procedures, and supporting employee growth through training programs aligned with national public health standards. If you’re ready to make an impact on public health strategy and workforce development, apply today and help shape a healthier Pima County!

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Positions within this classification will perform a variety of administrative, operational or technical tasks as assigned by the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in a graduate degree program in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, or related level degree program. Must have a bachelor's degree from a four-year institution.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. 

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):  

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, management, or business administration. 

• Experience facilitating group meetings, focus groups, community forums, and working in multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural and multi-sectoral partnerships.

• Experience in leading/facilitating strategic planning in non-profit, public, private organizations/agencies.

• Experience in collaboration, developing, and maintaining intradepartmental relationships.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in paraprofessional or professional administration.

• Experience with/knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. 

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening. 

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Action Activity - Bending, Reaching; Motion Activity - Grasping; Hearing Activity - In noisy areas and behind themselves; Speaking Activity - In person, on the phone, on a cell; Vision - Operate Motor Vehicle, distinguish colors, depth perception, peripheral vision.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.