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Overview & Benefits

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Announcement Information

Under general supervision, is responsible for assisting Health Education staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating health education and promotion programs. Assists in creation and deployment of agency communication efforts. Conducts research for relevant information and resources.

Actively pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Community Health Education, Public Health Education, School Health Education, Health Communication, or a related field.

General Summary

This is a training level class involving high school juniors and seniors working on completion of a diploma, college or university students working on completion of a degree, or students enrolled in a technical business institute, vocational school or adult/community education program working on completion of a diploma or certificate who are available to work on a part-time basis. Employees in this class are placed in various County departments and perform beginning level unskilled or semi-skilled duties, typically clerical in nature, but may vary depending on the department assigned. Students are budgeted to work 20 hours a week except in special circumstances when school is not in session. This applies to college, as well as high school students. Students usually work four (4) hours per day, either mornings or afternoons, during the normal school year and may be retained to work full-time during the summer months. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Required Minimum Qualifications

At the time of application, applicants must:

• Be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
  
  

NOTE: Individuals under the age of eighteen (18) who have not graduated High School must have a Co-operative Training Agreement or Work Permit issued through their school.

• a. Be enrolled in high school working on completion of diploma;
  
  

OR

b. Be enrolled in college working on completion of degree;

OR

c. Be enrolled in a technical business institute, vocational school, or adult/community education program working on completion of diploma or certificate.

NOTE: Adult education classes or certificate programs do not qualify unless the coursework leads to the completion of a high school diploma or post-high school certificate requiring a minimum of one (1) year.

Special Requirements

• Proof of enrollment will be required at the time of hire.
• High school students enrolled in a work education program must present evidence from their school that they are enrolled in an authorized school program.
• When employed in the Health Division, Children’s Village and/or Sheriff Department, must submit to immunizations as required, as well as to tuberculin skin tests or chest X- rays at County expense.
• Applicants for positions at Children’s Village will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following:
• Child Abuse or Neglect
• A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.
  
  

Before beginning employment, candidates will be required to provide Children’s Village with documentation from the Family Independence Agency (FIA) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Children’s Village to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.

Pay Range

USD $16.87 - USD $19.86 /Hr.

EEO and Inclusion Statements

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.