Employment with the Butler County Health Department offers excellent opportunities for growth and development, benefits, competitive salaries, and work environments in our area. It also provides the personal satisfaction and fulfillment that comes with knowing you are contributing essential healthcare services to the citizens of Butler County. So, check out our job listings, explore the possibilities, and apply now.

Benefits: vacation leave, sick leave, holiday pay, health & life insurance, retirement plan

The Butler County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Service provided on a nondiscriminatory basis.

Submit resumes or application to:

Mailing address:
Butler County Health Department
1619 North Main St
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

FAX: 573-785-2825

Job Openings

BRIDGE Project Coordinator

Position Summary

The Butler County Health Department is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to lead the coordination, implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of an HIV stigma-reduction initiative funded through the BRIDGE program in partnership with Johns Hopkins University and Emory University.

The coordinator will oversee day-to-day project activities designed to reduce HIV-related stigma, improve HIV knowledge, promote stigma-free healthcare practices, and strengthen access to high-quality HIV prevention, treatment, and support services. The position combines project coordination, evaluation coordination, and data management responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health education, healthcare administration, social sciences, community health, or a related field; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience in project coordination, public health programming, healthcare services, community outreach, evaluation, or a related area.
• Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with standard office software, data entry, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HIV prevention, HIV care, Ryan White services, sexual health, or infectious disease programs.
• Experience with grant-funded projects and compliance requirements.
• Experience developing or delivering education, training, or community outreach.
• Experience with surveys, program evaluation, data management, or reporting systems
• Knowledge of HIV-related stigma, health equity, culturally responsive care, and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience working with healthcare providers, community organizations, or individuals with lived experience.

Salary: Based on qualifications and experience (starting salary $19.50)