Youth Prevention and Information Coordinator

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Comprehensive Health Planner II

Opening Date: June 22, 2026

Closing Date: July 6, 2026   

Job Class Code: 5050

Grade: 26 (04)        

Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40 per year

Position Number: 02000-4004

Location: Augusta

-Limited Period Position- 

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Core Responsibilities:

In this position, you will serve as Youth Prevention and Information Coordinator for Maine CDC’s Office of Injury and Violence Prevention. You will be responsible for collecting data on the health behaviors of Maine students and support upstream prevention programming with youth to improve health and wellbeing.

You will focus on implementing the Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey (MIYHS) to collect and analyze data that will inform evidence-based prevention interventions to reduce tobacco and substance misuse, address unmet mental health needs, and increase protective factors. This includes all aspects of survey management, including oversight of question development, recruiting, survey administration, data analysis, and reporting. You will provide expertise to internal and external partners on best practices for using data to support interventions focused on building resilience, preventing tobacco and substance misuse, social and emotional learning, and addressing youth mental health needs. You will work closely with other members of the Office of Violence and Injury Prevention and other Maine CDC programs to ensure that community public health interventions incorporate evidence-based principles. You will be responsible for creating and managing contracts with Department-funded providers, including oversight of budgets and deliverables.

You will also:

•        Provide support and expertise for internal and state agency partners on best practice in primary prevention, shared risk and protective factors, and youth focused interventions.

•        Lead oversight and management of the Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey across all aspects of survey implementation.

•        Collaborate and align with the Maine Department of Education and other state agencies on survey administration and data-informed prevention initiatives.

•        Partner with survey implementation community contractor and oversee contract deliverables.

•        Present to state, community, and education stakeholders on data trends and using data to inform programming.

•        Provide technical assistance and contract support to ensure schools and community providers are engaged in effective, evidence-based programming.

•        Contribute to prevention efforts as part of the Office of Violence and Injury Prevention.

•        Analyze proposed legislation and policy changes related to child and youth health.

•        Build and maintain partnerships with local health departments, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies.

•        Implement quality improvement processes to ensure responsiveness to emerging issues and community needs.

Preferred candidates will also have: 

•        Background in survey development and implementation.

•        Understanding of statistical and epidemiological principles.

•        Understanding of health and behavioral health needs of adolescents and community stakeholders.

•        Ability to develop and manage workplans with clearly written expectations and timelines

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Community Health, Health Administration, Health Sciences or Health Education; Public Administration, Government, Social Work, or a closely related field and three (3) years professional experience in the  planning, development, coordination and/or evaluation of health programs or services -OR- an equivalent seven (7) year combination of education, training, and experience.

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Agency information: 

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Sheila Nelson, Health Program Manager, at Sheila.Nelson@Maine.gov 

To apply, please upload a recent resume (if available) and cover letter addressing each of the preferred skills/experience areas above.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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