Project Specialist

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 02, 2025
  • Salary: $40.00 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:40
  • Part Time
  • Project Management
  • Job Description

    Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.

    Why you’ll love this position:

    This public health preparedness position assist in activities to better prepare healthcare and public health partners across the state for disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and other health impacts. You with be assisting public health professionals with training and exercise tactics, surrounding the 2026 World Cup and other large events. You'll also work with partnering state and local agencies for increased public health preparedness.

    The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

    • Will help with World Cup training and exercises.
    • Help with Ventilator maintenance


    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Degree preferred
    • 3 years of public health emergency preparedness experience


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    Eric Hueste, Eric.Hueste@health.mo.gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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