What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Education and Promotion Manager, 212, Public Health Promotion position at City of Laredo, TX?

Salary : $74,297.60 - $92,872.00 Annually

Location : Laredo, TX

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : B252934-1

Department : Health

Division : 2934 Public Health Promotion

Opening Date : 12 / 11 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Job Description

The Health Education and Promotion Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, and implementing health education and promotion programs that address local public health needs. This role involves coordinating efforts within the department, supervising the health education team, health promotion teams, and engaging with community partners to promote wellness and prevent disease. The Manager will design educational materials, conduct outreach, and evaluate program effectiveness.

Essential Functions / Job Competencies / Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Supervises the health education and promotion team, ensuring program objectives are met and providing guidance and evaluation to team members.
Collects and interprets demographic and epidemiological data to devleop effective public health programs.
Develops and manages health education and promotion programs tailored to address specific public health issues and initatives.
Develops and implements trainig programs for staff and volunteers.
Integrates specialized areas such as nutrition, infectious disease, and maternal / child health into a balanced, comprehensive program.
Engages with local organizations and community resources to maximize their use in public health programs.
Acts as a liaison to foster partnerships and secure resources for health initiatives, includilng bi-national public health efforts.
Provides guidance on health education and promotion techniques and program-specific training.
Promotes the department's services through media outlets, increasing community awareness and projecting a positive image of public health initiatives.
Organizes and participates in health fairs, conferences, and workshops.
Leads efforts to promote health department services and distribute educational materials.
Oversees the creation and distribution of educational and promotional materials, ensuring that all information is accurate, culturally appropriate, and alighed with public health goals.
Establishes and maintains a resource library of current health education materials and pamphlets for distribution by departmental divisions engaged in educational initiatives.
Monitors program effectiveness, makes data-driven recommendations, and prepares annual reports and program summaries for stakeholders.
Researches potential grant funding opportunities aligned with community need and actively engages in the writing, submission, and management of grants.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of :

Knowledge of educational and motivational techniques for health promotion.

Knowledge of effective supervisory and team leadership skills.

Knowledge of familiarity with national and local health regulations and policies.

Knowledge of current trends and effective strategies in health education.

Knowledge of public health principles, including the use of epidemiological data.

Knowledge of grant writing and reporting requirements.

Knowledge of community resources and service coordination.

Knowledge of awareness of various media formats (e.g., print, digital, social media) and their appropriate uses in health promotion.

Knowledge of best practices for reporting evaluation findings to stakeholders.

Skills and Abilities :

Skills in coaching and mentoring.

Skills in strong organization.

Skills in excellent communication both in English and Spanish, verbal and written.

Skills in sourcing accurate and up-to-date information to inform educational content.

Skills in understanding how to communicate health information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

Skills in the understanding of how to assess health education programs and measure their effectiveness.

Skills in analyzing health data to inform program decisions and improvements.

Abililty to make informed decisions that consider both team dynamicsand organizational goals.

Ability to design, implement, and manage health education programs.

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners.

Ability to effectively collaborate with a range of stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies.

Ability to address audiences effectively and appropriately.

Ability in proficiently presenting health topics to diverse audiences, including community members and stakeholders.

Ability to be proficient in developing and evaluating educational materials.

Ability to gather and integrate feedback from stakeholders to improve materials.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.

Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and / or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Never

Construction site

Seldom

Street environment (near moving traffic)

Confined space

Vehicles

Warehouse environment

Sometimes

Outdoor environment

Often

Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

Individuals who are hostile or irate

Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Moving mechanical parts

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

Communicable diseases

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Seldom :

International travel

Sometimes :

Local travel

Regional travel

National travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited

college or university in Health Education, Public Health, or a related field.

At least three (3) years of experience in program development and management, community engagement, data analysis and evaluation, training and facilitation, or network and collaboration.

Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions / positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and / or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees :

10 days of paid vacation per year

6 1 / 2 days sick leave per year

Pension plan

16 paid Holidays

Paid health

Dental plan

Life insurance

30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at : under Employee Benefits

Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

I am a full-time City of Laredo employee

I am a part-time City of Laredo

I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

What is your highest level of education?

Some High School

High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency

30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university

60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university

Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university

PhD from an accredited college or university

Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university

Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university

None of the above

If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major / minor :

Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in program development and management, community engagement, data analysis and evaluation, training and facilitation, or network and collaboration?

From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed related experience with : Note : Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process. )

I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

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