| Location | Austin, Texas |
| Salary | $54,340–$64,660 Per Year |
About This Position
Purpose:
Under general supervision, this position serves as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) within Austin Public Health providing lactation services directly to clients, facilitating breastfeeding education activities, and promoting lactation support within the community.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Provides consultative services appropriate for a professional Lactation Consultant that is certified through the International Board of Certified Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLE) Documents encounters with clients according to policies and procedures set by the WIC Program. Maintains complete and accurate records of client status. Follows policies and procedures for maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies. Conducts training and mentoring activities for Breastfeeding Peer counselors and WIC staff. Compiles and submits client statistic reports and participates in Quality Assurance improvement activities. Provides subject matter expertise and technical assistance to other WIC staff as needed. Participates in the planning and implementation of lactation programs within the area of specialization for department-wide use. Mentor health professionals including, but not limited to, medical and nursing students, medical residents, and dietetic interns. Develops and implements presentations focused on breastfeeding promotion and education. Participates in community outreach activities. Collaborates with internal and external clients in special projects and initiatives. Provide WIC breastfeeding activities, including media spotlights, hospital presentations, and events with community partners. Complies with all Federal, State, City, and Local Agency Policies.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualification
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Position Overview:
This position serves as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) providing lactation services directly to clients, facilitating breastfeeding education activities, and promoting lactation support within the community. This position will facilitate trainings for professional and paraprofessional staff. This position will coordinate and provide breastfeeding activities, including media spotlights, hospital presentations, and events with community partners. This position will mentor health professionals including, but not limited to, medical and nursing students, medical residents, and dietetic interns. This position will compile/prepare statistical reports and conduct quality assurance and improvement activities.
Salary Range: $ 54,340 - $ 64,660 Annually
Location: Mom's Place: 8701 Research Blvd Ste B Austin, TX 78758
General Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday 8:00 AMto 4:30 PM In-Person
*Hours may vary due to operational needs. An alternative schedule and remote work/telework optionsmay beavailable, but this position requires a minimum of 40% per week in-office standard. Evenings and weekends may beon occasion, especially during an emergency response.
Grant Funded Position:
This position is grant-funded, meaning its financial support comes fromallocatedfunds that may bemodified, reduced, or canceled at the discretion of the City of Austin or the grant provider.
WhoWe Are:
Austin Public Health(APH)works to ensure that the community is protected from disease and other public health threats, and to empower others to live healthier, safer lives. This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purposeidentifiedin theAustin Public Health Strategic Plan.
Visit our websiteto learn more about whatservices, programs, and resourcesour team atAustin Public Health provides to theGreater Austin community.
Why Join Us?
Meaningful WorkContribute toservices and programsthat improve the lives of the people in our community. Your work directly enables our department to deliver tangibleresources, knowledge, andservicesin high-impact areas.
Innovation and CollaborationCollaborate with diverse and talented teams,leveragingtechnology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress anddeliver meaningful services to the Greater Austin Area.Professional Growth and DevelopmentAchieve your professional goals. APH offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, includingnursing,medical fields,program management,environmental health, finance, business administration, process improvement, and data analytics. Educationassistanceis available through our tuition reimbursement program, andotherfinancialand professional developmentsupport for continuing education, licenses, and certificationsmay be available.Work-Life BalanceEnjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Our employees also enjoy the ability to work up to60% remotely, depending upon position and business needs.
Health and Wellness
The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits thatassistemployees in being physically and mentally healthy.For employees that are covered this includeslow-costmedical,dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.Click here to review the City of Austin's Employee Benefits Guide.
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Application Details:
A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application isto help us better evaluate your qualifications.Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, wemaybe contacting your current and former employerlisted on the applicationfor reference checks as a part of the pre-employmentverificationprocess.
If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GEDequivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be requireddepending on position requirements.
Additional Details:
This position may require a skills assessment.
TheAustinPublic HealthDepartment may closethis job postingat any timeafter it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Please be aware that theJob Posting Close Datereflects thefinal day to apply,but the posting willclose at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed.All application steps, including attachments and submissions, must be fully completed before that time.
We also recommend that yousave or print a copy of the job postingfor your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.
This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
Immunization Requirement:
Austin Public Health employees mustcomply withthe department’s immunization policy.Proof of having had certain vaccinations is required for employees that work in an environment that involves face-to-faceinteraction with pregnant women, infants, children, STI/TB clients, immunocompromised clients, and clients athigh riskfor TB on a routinebasis.
Tobacco-free Workplace:
The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is notpermittedon any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises.
Travel:
TheAustinPublic HealthDepartment iscomprisedof multiple facilitieslocatedthroughoutthe GreaterAustinarea. If you are selected for thisposition, andmeetthe Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver RecordEvaluationyou may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, youare responsible forgetting to and from these locations.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
If the same or anadditionalvacancy occurs within theAustinPublic HealthDepartment in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, theadditionalposition may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the AustinPublic HealthDepartment.Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
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Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
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EEO Statement for City of Austin:
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.