What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opioid Curriculum Development and Training Coordinator (PHA2) position at Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County?
The Opioid Curriculum Development and Training Coordinator provides leadership and direction for all harm reduction education efforts within the Behavioral Health & Wellness Division. This position develops and implements community training programs that build local capacity, promote recovery-oriented systems, and reduce opioid-related harm. The coordinator designs curriculum and outreach strategies for diverse audiences and ensures alignment with the division’s mission of strengthening behavioral health across the community.
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- Design, implement, and evaluate community-based training programs focused on resilience, prevention, and harm reduction.
- Develop standardized curriculum templates, toolkits, and adaptable materials for different community audiences.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to assess community needs, track outcomes, and align programming with division and grant goals.
- Oversee data collection and reporting to demonstrate program impact.
- Manage timelines, deliverables, and staff assignments to ensure high-quality, evidence-based education delivery.
- Represent the division at community events, coalitions, and strategic meetings.
- Support division leadership in identifying emerging trends, funding opportunities, and best practices in community resilience and opioid harm reduction.
Graduation from an accredited 4 four-year college or university and three (3) years of responsible, full-time employment in public health administration, public health sanitation, public health nursing, public health education, business administration, or other appropriate field
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Master’s degree required in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field.
- Master’s degree required in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field.
- 3 years in curriculum development, training, or public health education, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated expertise in adult learning, program evaluation, and community engagement.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills.
- Experience leading teams in behavioral health, public health, or community resilience.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and harm reduction models.
- Knowledge of data and best practices in mitigating, preventing, and or reducing Opioid use and or misuse
Salary : $90,767