Requisition No: 824642 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64004668

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64004668 

Salary: $35,600.00 to $36,000.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/22/2024 

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This is an open competitive advertisement. 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a professional position responsible for initiating and coordinating tobacco prevention and cessation programs that support 4 goal areas set forth by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida: (1) preventing initiation among youth and young adults; (2) eliminate secondhand smoke exposure; 3) promote cessation from tobacco use; and 4) maintain an infrastructure that supports a standalone county Tobacco-Free Partnership and SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco). This position requires the ability to work both independently and under the direction of the Community Program Manager, as well as to work with youth, young adults and adults. This person will be communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. Information related to the program may need to be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer. At times this job requires lifting and organizing heavy materials. The person in this position must also have a working knowledge of computers and word processing skills. This position requires travel and some weekend and evening hours. This is a tobacco-free position.

• Build relationships with community partners to include conducting one-on-one meetings with potential partners and holding Tobacco-Free Partnership Leadership Meetings.
• Support partners working to inform and educate on benefits of policy change and encouraging policy change adoption.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining SWAT chapters in local schools and work with SWAT youth (middle and high school) to reduce tobacco use, including vaping.
• Perform research activities of retailers, multi-unit housing facilities, and other locations to determine current activities and policies related to tobacco prevention and cessation.
• Participate in tobacco control observances or community-based/organizational activities.
• Participate in organization of special events.
• Perform administrative duties including maintaining records.
• Collaborate with provider staff in other counties to exchange ideas and develop ways to work together.
• Assist to obtain and document the percentage of annual match required for the annual grant funding amount.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of computers and word processing skills. Ability to develop, plan, implement programs. Ability to professionally sense and handle any changes in circumstances or events. Skilled in written and oral communications. Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Qualifications:

Ability to develop, plan and implement programs. Ability to work with community organizations, members and decision-makers. Ability to initiate and maintain community partnerships. Must be 100% tobacco-free, including electronic vaping devices. Must hold a valid Driver's License. Must be willing to work outside of regular business hours and weekends occasionally.

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:

Panama City, Florida

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.

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.