LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (Pending reclassification to a Health Educator Consultant)- 64051236

Requisition No: 862103 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (Pending reclassification to a Health Educator Consultant)- 64051236

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64051236 

Salary:  $42,561.57 

Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2025 

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Open Competitive

THIS POSITION IS PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO A

HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Health Educator Consultant provides essential support to the Health, Education and Promotions(HEP) program by assisting in the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of key public health initiatives: Tobacco & SWAT, Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), Heart Health Plus (HH+), Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (FBCC), Asthma Home Visiting Program, Healthy Communities(HC), and Helping Elevate Locally Provided Services(HELPS) Program. This position plays a critical role in ensuring program continuity, data integrity, and community outreach. The coordinator works closely with program staff, community partners, and leadership to advance health education and improve health outcomes across the county.

Program Coordination & Support

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of Tobacco & SWAT, DPP, HH+, FBCC programs, Asthma, Healthy Communities, and HELPS.
• Support the development and tracking of program goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate logistics for trainings, workshops, and outreach events.
• Maintain program documentation, including meeting minutes, reports, and resource materials.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Obtain necessary certifications and system accesses to assist programs more effectively.

Data & Reporting

• Collect, compile, and analyze program data including screening rates, participation metrics, and outreach impact.
• Prepare draft reports for review by the Public Health Services Manager B-SES and Health Services Manager B-SES.
• Support quality assurance activities and assist in identifying areas for improvement.
• Maintain databases and ensure accurate recordkeeping for all initiatives.

Community Engagement

• Represent the department at community events and assist with health promotion campaigns.
• Coordinate with local organizations to distribute educational materials and promote services.
• Support the development of MOUs and partnership agreements.
• Respond to community inquiries and assist with scheduling outreach activities.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Provide administrative support to program managers and health educators.
• Assist with budget tracking and procurement of program supplies.
• Maintain certifications and system access necessary for program operations.
• Serve as backup support for FBCC operations during staff absences.
• Complete required Pcard training to serve as the designated purchasing lead for ordering program supplies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of health promotion and public health education.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of community-based health promotion planning.
• Ability to plan, develop and deliver health promotion and public health education services.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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:

Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County

278 LaSalle Leffall Dr. Quincy, FL 32351

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.