OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64910118

Requisition No: 858372 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64910118

 Pay Plan: Health Care Practice

Position Number: 64910118 

Salary:  $22.00 to $25.00 Hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 08/14/2025 

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Position Title: OPS Health Educator, Position Number: 64910118

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Seeking a skilled and motivated Health Educator to join the Community Health Division team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in public health, data analysis, program evaluation, and familiarity with chronic disease management. As a Health Educator, the candidate will play a vital role in planning, implementing, and evaluating health education programs to promote community wellness, prevent diseases, and improve community health outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

• Utilize problem-solving skills to identify, develop, and disseminate culturally and literacy-appropriate health education resources to target audiences.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate community health programs based on community needs assessments, using evidence-based practices to achieve program objectives.
• Provide tailored education to individuals, families, community groups, and stakeholders, considering their unique needs, lifestyle, culture, and socio-economic status.
• Deliver targeted, culturally appropriate lectures and training to enhance understanding of health promotion, chronic disease prevention, policies, regulations, and local codes.
• Conduct workshops, presentations, and training sessions for individuals, families, and community groups.
• Provide health education to community partners through lectures and training sessions focused on targeted initiatives.
• Advocate for vulnerable individuals and populations by assessing and evaluating healthcare services, ensuring awareness and accessibility of available programs.
• Guide community members in accessing health resources, services, and support programs.
• Assist in implementing and tracking strategies, goals, and objectives outlined in the community health improvement and strategic plan.
• Serve as a resource for community partners, offering education on Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) initiatives.
• Stay updated on current public health trends, policies, and best practices to ensure effective program delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs and recommend improvements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The essential job functions of this position require excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail, the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, intermediate knowledge or greater of Microsoft Office applications, familiarity with health disparities, social determinants of health, and public health principles. Must have a least one year of verifiable experience working in public health. Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends as needed, in order to participate in community meetings, and to accommodate outreach activities. Ideal candidates will have an understanding of the Community Health Improvement framework and processes and the Community Health Assessment and Prioritization processes, familiarity with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and possession of a valid state unrestricted driver’s license.                

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Must have at least an intermediate level of knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have at least six months of verifiable experience working in public health.     
• Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Community Health, Health Education, or equivalent work experience.    
• Must be willing to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends, to participate in community meetings and/or accommodate outreach activities. 
• Must have a valid state unrestricted driver’s license.     

Preferred-

• Master of Public Health, Community Health or Health Education.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Clay County Health Department, 1845 Town Center Blvd, Building 600, Fleming Island, FL 32003.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.