SAFEvT Program Specialist
State of Missouri Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
- Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
- Categories: Project Management
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Oct 08, 2025
Job Description:
SAFEvT Program Specialist
Description
Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Dr., Jefferson City, MO; This position is not eligible for remote work.Why you’ll love this position:
Do you believe that survivors of sexual violence deserve high quality care as a part of their healing? As the Sexual Assault Forensic Exams via Telehealth (SAFEvT) Program Specialist, you will be an integral member of the team implementing the SAFEvT Program across Missouri. This includes working with contractors, partner organizations, and colleagues across the state. We value open-minded team players who work well with others to accomplish our goals and fulfill our mission of promoting health and safety through prevention, collaboration, education, innovation and response.
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.
- Work with the Office on Women’s Health team to implement SAFEvT and other related programs by developing procedures, practices, and work plans.
- Develop and implement a data collection process for contractors and hospitals in Missouri.
- Assist in preparing the annual report, data dissemination plan, and grant applications.
- Monitor contractors' performance to ensure the successful implementation of the SAFEvT Program.
- Assist in writing rules and regulations to ensure the successful implementation of the SAFEvT Program
- Implement special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years or more years of professional experience in public health, mental health, education, social services, public or business administration, health care, or a closely related field. (Relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for any deficiencies in the required education.)
- Expertise in working with diverse populations and stakeholders on complex subject matter.
- Possesses strong communication and organization skills.
- Experience using technology and a variety of computer programs (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, video-conferencing, and online survey platforms) for coordinating activities and project reporting.
- Experience in contract monitoring, developing contract deliverables, reviewing and preparing bid documents, budget development and budget tracking is preferred.
- Some travel will be required for conferences, trainings, and/or program oversight.
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 .
Sarah Ehrhard Reid at sarah.ehrhardreid@health.mo.gov.