OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64855023

Requisition No: 870622 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64855023

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64855023 

Salary:  $25.00 - $30.00 hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 03/01/2026 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

COMMUNITY HEALTH – OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR

4704B W MONTGOMERY AVE, TAMPA, FL 33616

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost for the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us.

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

Title of Position: OPS Senior Health Educator:

This position will serve as a team member with the Office of Behavioral Health within the Community Health division. Works independently under the supervision of the Senior Human Services Program Manager.

The Community Health division promotes a creative and low stress work environment where staff are encouraged to bring their professional and personal expertise from the healthcare and public health fields to the workplace, and to be innovative and creative in work products, marketing efforts and program delivery. Professional enhancement is supported and highly encouraged.

This is a highly independent position and responsible for health promotion and education associated with the Office of Behavioral Health. The Office of Behavioral Health in the Community Health Division will assure that the burden and impact of diseases on vulnerable populations are acknowledged and addressed through research, advocacy, surveillance, education, training, and program development. The Office will work to promote, protect, and improve the health and well-being of disparate and under-served populations through wide-ranging programs and policy initiatives.

The Senior Health Educator must have knowledge of behavioral health and associated conditions such as mental health and substance abuse (specifically pertaining to opioids), homelessness, and suicide, along with an understanding of substance abuse pathways, community engagement and strategic planning.

The Senior Health Educator must have experience in public speaking, professional presentations, and health education approaches.  Experience in behavioral health and substance abuse education is beneficial.

The ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences is needed.

Your Specific Responsibilities: 

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for Behavioral Health, Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.
• Reviews health education practices to ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Coordinates health promotion and public health education programs and activities with other agencies, civic, school, and professional groups. Outreach to medical community promoting Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder prevention programs.
• Conducts health promotion and public health education classes, workshops and seminars for agency personnel, civic groups and the public.
• Advocates health promotion and public health education through participation in workshops or on planning boards, health care projects, advisory councils, and professional and civic organizations.
• Promotes the Health Department programs and refer community members as appropriate to other community resources offered locally.
• Attends community and other relevant meetings for outreach to stakeholders and the community during regular work hours as well as after hours and on weekends.
• Supports projects on the Behavioral Health Action Plan.
• Contributes to program evaluation efforts.
• Coordinate training for staff and partners as needed.
• Conduct training for community partners and internal stakeholders.
• Report training numbers and activities to supervisor and leadership.
• Analyzes needs assessments to plan health promotion and public health education programs and activities.
• Evaluates health promotion and public health education programs and activities.
• Participates in training programs, educational conferences and keeps informed and up to date on substance abuse and opioid-related issues.
• Maintains active communication with other agencies and attends meetings as needed.
• Provides information for evaluation and accreditation practices as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder prevention resources.
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder reduction strategies.
• Knowledge of behavioral health and associated conditions such as mental health and substance abuse (specifically pertaining to opioids), homelessness, and suicide.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement programs.
• Ability to work with adults, including community organizations, community members and decision makers.
• Knowledge of coalition development.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments and work independently.
• Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
• Ability to present accurate, science-based information to a variety of audiences.
• Skilled in written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of evaluation methods and practices.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

• At least one year of experience providing professional or collegiate-level presentations to groups.
• At least one year of experience creating and disseminating reports.

Preferred -

• A degree in public health, health education, behavioral health, OR 4 years of experience in the behavioral health field.
• At least one year of experience with mental health or substance abuse treatment(s) and coping resources.
• At least one year of experience facilitating group education or training.

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:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

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

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

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

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

Where You Will Work:

4704-B W Montgomery Ave. Tampa, FL 33616

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.

For a State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator visit State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator (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) 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 promotion in the future 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.