• Job Description

  Req#: 817636

  Requisition No: 817636

  Agency: Department of Health

  Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - SES - 64082915

  Pay Plan: SES

  Position Number: 64082915

  Salary: $42,272.52 - $46,499.77

  Posting Closing Date: 12/06/2023

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  DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - HILLSBOROUGH

  Division of Community Health – Office of Minority Health

  Health Educator Consultant – SES

  4704-B 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 to 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, and 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.

  Health Educator Consultant – SES:

  The incumbent in this position will serve as a supervisor in the Office of Minority Health for the Tobacco Program. This position is designated as a SES Supervisory position and will function under the supervision of the Office of Minority Health Program Manager. This position directs and supervises a Senior Health Educator, a Health Educator and an OPS-Health Educator. This position will be responsible for all supervisory duties including, but not limited to: coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating staff performance, recruiting for vacant positions and hiring staff, preparing job descriptions and performance appraisals, training staff as needed, counseling or disciplining staff as necessary, approving or disapproving leave and performing other supervisory duties as needed.

  Duties will include supervisory responsibilities, purchasing responsibilities for the tobacco program, ongoing activity reporting, budget management and project management.

  This position may occasionally work evenings and weekends.

  Your Specific Responsibilities:

  • Supervising staff and providing support
  • Participating on community coalitions and workgroups related to tobacco control
  • Coordinating purchasing needs and approvals for the tobacco program
  • Coordinating local partners for public health initiatives
  • Covering tobacco policy areas during vacancies in the program
  • Ongoing and quarterly reporting and budget management
  • Position activities may occur before, during or after normal working hours and/or on weekends or holidays
  • Utilizes own vehicle for transportation unless carpooling is possible or alternate transportation is provided.
  • Work before, during and after disasters if needed.

  Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of tobacco prevention and use reduction in the areas of cessation, secondhand smoke, and youth prevention.
  • Knowledge of tobacco prevention resources.
  • Ability to develop, plan, implement programs.
  • Ability to work with youth and adults.
  • 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 procurement procedures and methods.
  • Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
  • Knowledge of DOH financial systems for tracking encumbrances and payments.
  • Knowledge of evaluation methods and practices.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams.

  Qualifications:

  Minimum:

  • Must not use any tobacco products or electronic nicotine delivery devices
  • Valid Florida driver’s license or able to get one within 30 days of hire
  • Demonstration of strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • At least one year of experience supervisory or leadership experience.
  • At least two years of work experience in the public health or healthcare fields.

  Preferred:

  • At least one year of experience working in tobacco control.
  • Bachelor’s degree in public health / health related field OR at least four years’ experience in public health or healthcare field.
  • Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams.

  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:

  Kelton - 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. 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, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.

  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.

  If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

  Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

  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.

• About the company

  Florida (/ˈflɒrɪdə/, Spanish pronunciation: ) is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States.

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