Health Education Specialist (Supervising)

Solano County
$98,130.49 - $119,278.23 Annually
https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16515
United States, California, Fairfield
675 Texas St., Suite 1800 (Show on map)
	707-784-3424
May 09, 2024
The Solano County Public Health Services Division of the Health and Social Services Department is currently recruiting for Health Education Specialists (Supervising). The current vacancy is to fill a Limited Term position. The Public Health Services Division believes that health is all about people; where they live, learn, work, and play. From our staff to our clients, we provide people with the tools they need to maintain and improve their health. The services we provide are incredibly diverse and include such activities as conducting public health nurse home visits for moms and babies, providing medical care in our clinics, and much more. You will not find a more committed group of people than public health workers. It takes a special kind of dedication to enter the public health field. Our passion is promoting health, livable communities and healthy lifestyles. As a result, we care for individuals and the community with compassion and respect. Click Here to learn about the Public Health Services Division Essential Duties THE POSITION The Health Education Specialist (Supervising) plans, coordinates, supervises and implements ongoing community health education programs; participates in development of and monitors program budgets; oversees contracts and the work of contract employees; serves as a member of the department's management/supervisory team. This is a first line supervisory level position in the Health Education Specialist series. The Supervising Health Education Specialist is responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the work of Health Education Specialists and other professional and clerical staff in a specific health education program. They provide supervision, consultation and technical assistance to department staff. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. Click here for Health Education Specialist ( Supervising) Job Description Position Requirements EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Experience: Three years of full time, paid experience, in health education/promotion activities; some lead experience preferred. Education/Training: A Master’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, in public health or a related field. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C drivers license may be required. Supplemental Information SELECTION PROCESS 5/24/2024 – 1st application review deadline to submit application and required documents. 6/14/2024 - 2nd application review deadline to submit application and required documents. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review deadline. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

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