Carlton County Public Health and Human Services is an engaging and safe place to work with a flexible day-time weekday schedule. Ample opportunities for training, development, and career growth, with the possibility of telecommuting. Very competitive salary and benefit package with respectful and open atmosphere.

Why join Carlton County? The Public Health & Human Services department is committed to providing a welcoming environment. We offer:

• 41 hours personal paid time off and 12 paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling and opportunity for part-time remote work
• Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision
• Advancement/professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee well-being valued and culture of self-care
• PERA pension plan
• Limited evening and weekend hours may be worked for some positions.
• The Minnesota Rural Public Health Nurse Loan Forgiveness program may be applied for if meet criteria(competitive)
• https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/ruralhealth/funding/loans/publichealth.html

SALARY: $28.81 - $34.33 Hourly - $56,180 - $66,944 Annually

Healthcare Benefits:

Family Health Insurance - Monthly Premium of $307.86

Single Health Insurance - Paid in Full by Employer

**HEALTH INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLES COVERED IN FULL WITH A VEBA ACCOUNT FUNDED BY EMPLOYER

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Under limited supervision, perform professional Public Health Educator duties. The position is designated for population health priority areas, specifically Suicide Prevention Regional Coordination. Abilities necessary include, but are not limited to; build sustainable relationships, lead implementation of suicide prevention workplan items at the policy, system, and environmental levels, provide presentations and trainings, facilitate local and regional meetings and communication, collaborate with local, regional, and state partners, and understand grant workplans and budgeting. A Public Health Educator collects and analyzes data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs. In addition to programs, they focus on sustainable change through policy, systems and environmental strategies.

This position is expected to provide a full range of Public Health Educator skills within the six (6) areas of Public Health Responsibility per MN State Statute 145A, with a focus in “Promote Healthy Communities and Healthy Behavior” through Suicide Prevention Regional Coordination. Other duties as assigned. Must work positively in a team environment, function constructively during conflict resolution and be positive and proactive when problem solving. This position requires local and regional travel, and it may include overnight statewide trainings. Some evening and weekend hours may be worked.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health education or related field;
• One-year professional work experience in health education or related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Certificates/Licenses Required: Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• The person chosen for this position must fully support the core values and mission of Carlton County Public Health & Human Services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,180.00 - $66,944.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Carlton County, MN (Required)

Work Location: In person