Coordinator for Health Equity

Job Description:

Coordinator for Health Equity

Description

Definition

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position is $27.81 per hour.

The Missoula County Health Department is seeking a COORDINATOR FOR HEALTH EQUITY to join their team. This position provide leadership to identify and address the root causes of health inequities and supports internal and community health equity initiatives for Missoula Public Health. Build trust, inspire progress, and help shape public health systems, services, and programs that serve everyone. Design and lead initiatives that address health disparities and promote inclusive, lasting changes in the community. This is your opportunity to turn your passion for equity-focused work into meaningful impact where it matters most.

Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 6, 2026 .It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
To Apply:

• Please complete all sections of the online application.
• Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Representative Examples of Work

Implements and evaluates policies, plans and systems to address the root causes of health inequities. Promotes working relationships and engages with community residents and partners to share data and best practices for health equity. Identifies or develops and conducts training for MPH staff to build knowledge on health h equity principles, social determinants of health, and cultural humility and safety. Evaluates MPH and other city/county policies, plans, and systems to promote and measure health equity and inclusion. Advises staff, management teams, department leaders, elected officials on health equity and social determinants of health policy, plans, and systems within city and county government organizations. Leads and directs health equity initiatives and promotes and supports development of local and state-wide policies. Participates and represents the department in meetings with community work groups and teams to provide a health equity lens. Develops and implements a system to provide clear and timely communication regarding health equity initiatives. Publishes reports on community-health equity initiatives. Performs literature reviews, gathers and compiles a variety of materials and information; develops and disseminates materials in various formats including print and electronic. May draft grant applications related to health equity requirements collaboratively with external partners and community members to address the social and structural determinants of health. Participates in department-wide performance management, PHAB reaccreditation, workforce development, planning and implementation of community and department plans including the department’s strategic plan. Research and develop oral and written materials that make the case for health equity and identify key best practices and case studies. Participates in cross divisional work groups and committees including but not limited to the Performance Management and Quality Improvement Steering Committee and Climate and Health Committee.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of post-secondary education. Course work best suited to this position includes public health, community health, social work, public administration, or related field.
• Requires two years of experience in community engagement, community organizing in the public health or community health field, social work, health equity or health policy development, health education, workforce or organizational development; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status and communicable disease testing for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires a current MT driver’s license.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Works primarily in an office setting. Requires occasional medium lifting up to25lbs (ex: audio visual equipment, written materials). May require attending meetings outside of normal business hours.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Closing Date/Time: 3/6/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

Salary:

$27.81 Hourly