Public Health Educator II

This job was posted by : For more information, please see : Job Description SummaryDepartment - HealthJob DescriptionJob Type : ClassifiedOPEN UNTIL FILLEDSalary Grade : 7\ Pay Range\ Hiring Range : \$43,902 - \$51,584 Annually\ Full Range : \$43,902 - \$59,267 Annually\ \ Salary offers are based on the candidate\'s equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.The first review of applications will be on 01 / 17 / 2025.The Public Health Educator II supports the Division of Community Mental Health & Addiction by collaborating with the community, coalition members, partner organizations, schools, and families. This role is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing educational and marketing materials and services for Pima County health education programs.These two (2) positions will be responsible for overseeing the Trauma Informed Substance Abuse Prevention Program (TISAPP). Their duties include conducting community training, media / marketing, and health education. Responsibilities also include managing grant-funded activities and deliverables, as well as bringing partners together to identify key needs and develop collective strategies to address community mental health, injury, and substance use challenges.The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, effectively manage multiple projects, and approach priorities such as suicide prevention, drug overdose prevention, mental health education, and trauma resiliency with enthusiasm and a solutions-oriented mindset.This is a grant-funded position ending September 30, 2025.Essential Functions : As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the departments need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.Leads the development of comprehensive health education programs, curricula, and materials tailored to diverse populations and community needs;Collaborates with program coordinators and manager to design evidence-based educational content and strategies;Plans and facilitates health education sessions, workshops, and presentations in various community settings, ensuring thatcontent aligns with program goals and objectives;Utilizes advanced teaching methods to engage participants, encourage behavior change, and promote health literacy;Creates, reviews, and updates educational resources, pamphlets, multimedia materials, and digital content;Cultivates and maintains relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and local agencies toenhance health education program reach and effectiveness;Takes a lead role in community outreach, building awareness of public health issues, available resources, and healthybehaviors;Provides guidance and mentorship to junior health educators;Offers training and professional development opportunities to build capacity within the team;May supervise health education program staff.\ Minimum Qualifications : 1) A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, social work, health education or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of experience providing health education.\ \ (Relevant experience and / or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)\ \ OR : \ \ 2) Three years of experience with Pima County as a Community Health Worker II, Public Health Navigator, or Public Health Educator I.Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the \"Education\" and \"Work Experience\" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write \"see resume\" on your application.\ Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.) : Minimum two (2) years experience in public sp

Salary : $43,902 - $59,267