IPLAN Specialist

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

IPLAN SPECIALIST

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is seeking a part-time (28-hour week) IPLAN Specialist to lead and coordinate the Illinois Project for Local Assessment of Needs (IPLAN) within CUPHD. This position plays a critical role in fulfilling CUPHD's obligations under the Illinois Administrative Code Section 600.400 by guiding the community health assessment and planning process for Champaign County every three to five years. The IPLAN Coordinator ensures that the assessment and planning activities adhere to the Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP 2.0) model and align with the core functions of public health. MAPP 2.0 enables communities to identify health priorities, develop effective strategies, and mobilize partnerships to improve community health outcomes, empowering communities to create sustainable and equitable solutions for the well-being of their populations.

Responsibilities include:

• Convene and orient the IPLAN Executive Committee, ensuring diverse representation from sectors such as healthcare, social services, education, law enforcement, business, and faith communities. Guide the committee through the IPLAN process, including historical context, certification requirements, health indicator analysis, and health priority determination.
• Utilize the IPLAN Data System and other data sources to create a comprehensive community health profile.
• Analyze data on demographics, socioeconomic factors, general health, maternal and child health, chronic diseases, infectious diseases, and environmental health.
• Facilitate discussions to evaluate current health priorities based on data and community input.
• Conduct detailed analyses of health problems, identifying direct and indirect contributing factors.
• Identify barriers to address health issues and develop solutions to overcome these barriers.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Community Health, or a

related field. A master's degree is preferred.

• At least 2-4 years of experience in public health, community health assessment, or health planning. Previous experience with IPLAN or similar community health assessment models is highly desirable.
• Occasional travel within the community and attendance at evening or weekend meetings to engage community members and stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with frequent interactions with public health professionals and community members.

CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee's first day of employment
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 12 sick days earned per year
• 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

The expected starting hourly pay is $27.53/hr. Full hourly pay for a Class 7 IPLAN Specialist is $27.53 - $37.16 for a 28-hour week.

To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at?CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820.For full consideration, you must complete the application process.

Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at laragon@c-uphd.org. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.

CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2024 and beyond) COVID-19 and influenza (seasonally).Vaccinationstaken prior to September 2024 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof ofvaccinationsor a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Posted May 16, 2025