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Marathon County Government

Public Health Coordinator – Homelessness Response

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Job Posting End Date:

12-23-2025

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Regular

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Position Summary:

The Public Health Coordinator - Homelessness Response position leads system-level efforts to improve coordination, accessibility, and performance across the network of public, private, and nonprofit partners serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Marathon County. Work includes developing and supporting collaborative partnerships; facilitating system-wide problem-solving processes; identifying and addressing gaps in service navigation; coordinating development of performance indicators and data dashboards; engaging municipal partners; ensuring alignment with County health priorities; and supporting policy, ordinance, and grant-development activities. The position is not responsible for direct case management, supervisory duties, or oversight of programs or staff but requires strong facilitation, coordination, and analytical skills to bring system partners together around common goals. This position leads efforts related to Community Health Improvement programming and projects and reports to the Community Health Improvement Director.

On-site interviews are anticipated to be held the week of January 5, 2026.

Examples of Work Performed:

The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

Systems Coordination and Leadership

Provides system-level coordination of homelessness response activities in collaboration with Marathon County departments, municipal partners, community-based organizations, regional partners, and state agencies.
Facilitates the establishment of a clear vision, operating principles, goals, objectives, and performance measures, leveraging real-time data dashboards.
Facilitates the development, implementation, and evaluation of the countywide vision and strategies.

Planning, Research, and Policy Development

Collaborates to develop, implement, and evaluate policy, system, and environmental changes.
Develops effective and inclusive change management strategies, frameworks, and comprehensive project plans.
Develops strategies that drive results by staying current in related state and federal policies and applying evidence-based practices.
Contributes to a unified countywide financing strategy that provides transparency and awareness of dedicated funding sources from state, federal, local, and philanthropic sources.

Partnership Development and Community Engagement

Builds strategic partnerships with public, private, regional, and state entities to maximize impact and improve system effectiveness.
Communicates with news media via press releases and interviews.
Conducts training and educational programs for the public, customers, and staff.
Responds to general department questions from citizens and governmental officials.

Evaluation, Reporting, and Data Analytics

Develops, composes, and organizes a variety of professional-level reports.
Collects population-level and program-specific data, integrating evaluation findings into Marathon County’s community data dashboard.

Departmental and Organizational Responsibilities

Supports a positive organizational culture aligned with department and Community Health Improvement team values.
Performs other related departmental duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, community health education, nonprofit management, human services, public administration, or a closely related field, and 3-5 years of experience in roles involving system coordination, community partnership development, human services, public health, or related work; or a suitable combination of the above education and experience.
Highly qualified candidates may possess experience or training in project management, homeless services coordination, or related professional certifications including a Certified Health Education Specialist certification; however, no specific certifications are required.
Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets County standards or the ability to obtain reliable transportation.

Competencies Required:

Data Analytics and Assessment

Describes factors that affect the health of a community, accesses existing quantitative and qualitative data, analyzes and uses quantitative and qualitative data, and assesses community health status.

Policy Development and Program Planning

Develops, implements, evaluates, improves, and influences policies, programs, and services.

Communication

Determines communication strategies; communicates with internal and external audiences; responds to information, misinformation, and disinformation; and facilitates communication among individuals, groups, and organizations.

Health Ethics

Applies ethical principles; engages in ongoing self-reflection; recognizes differences among individuals and populations; implements organizational policies, programs, and services that promote fair access to health and support social and environmental well-being; helps build and maintain a capable and respectful workforce; and advocates for fair and just health outcomes.

Community Partnership

Describes conditions, systems, and policies affecting community health and resilience; establishes relationships to improve health and resilience; collaborates with community members and organizations; and shares power and ownership with community members and others.

Public Health Sciences

Describes systems, policies, and events impacting public health; applies public health sciences; uses evidence in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services; and contributes to the evidence base for improving health.

Management and Finance

Engages in professional development; secures financial resources; implements organizational policies, programs, and services to achieve diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice; manages programs and services; applies critical thinking in decision making; engages individuals and teams to achieve program and organizational goals; and facilitates collaboration among individuals, groups, and organizations.

Leadership and Systems Thinking

Creates opportunities to achieve cross-sector alignment; implements a vision for a healthy community; addresses facilitators and barriers impacting delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services; creates opportunities for creativity and innovation; responds to emerging needs; engages politicians, policymakers, and the public to support public health infrastructure; and advocates for public health

Compensation:

Anticipated starting salary: $70,324.80 +

Marathon County Benefits.

Physical Requirements:

Low Physical Requirements - Job involves minimal physical exertion or movement. This job typically requires prolonged sitting, limited walking, or minor lifting.

All physical requirements comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

Selection Procedure:

The selection of the successful candidate may be made by assessment of education and work experience, oral interview, review of references, and/or other job-related selection procedures. Depending on position requirements, the selected candidate may be required to satisfactorily complete post-offer assessments, including but not limited to education verification, background checks, driver license verification, physical examination, psychological assessment, and drug screening paid for by the County.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status.

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information. If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law

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