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Public Health Educator
- City of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH)
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PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR
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PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR
Salary
$59,694.41 - $80,224.30 Annually
Location
Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type
Full-time Classified
Job Number
25-01995
Department
Health
Opening Date
07/18/2025
Closing Date
8/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
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General Statement of Duties
To identify populations needing education regarding health promotion, health education, public health disease prevention and quality of life improvement and/or maintenance; and to develop and implement health education programs providing awareness, knowledge and behavioral change for all targeted populations.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of good health for all age groups.
Current health trends, locally and nationally.
Professional, academic and organizational resources for quality program development.
Referral health resources for citizens in the community.
Principles and practices of teaching and educational program development.
Public health policy systems and environmental changes.
Health promotions and health education methods.
Use of audio-visual equipment.
Use of computers in performance of job duties.
Basic English grammar, usage and spelling.
Standard correspondence formats.
Departmental policies and procedures.
Skill to:
Mobilize community members in order to build coalition.
Ability to:
Develop and present health education programs to a variety of audiences; conduct research.
Develop programs to assess specific community health needs.
Teach basic concepts of aerobics, fitness, epidemiology, nursing diet, tobacco cessation, physical activities, and nutrition to a variety of audiences.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Listen to citizens in the community; assess their health needs.
Prepare necessary correspondence; prepare grant applications.
Select and/or prepare audio-visual materials for presentations.
Operate appropriate audio-visual equipment; operate a computer in performance of job duties.
Coordinate different activities.
Operate department vehicle.
Develop networking relationships with community leaders and other agencies in order to provide the most and best information to the public.
Required Education and Experience
Each applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Health Promotion, Public Health, Nursing, or a closely related field. In addition, each application must have Two years of experience in some phase of public health education.
Volunteer experience may be considered on a year-to-year basis.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Driver's License required.
Working and Physical Conditions
Environmental Conditions:Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions.
Physical Conditions:Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required; lifting and carrying moderate loads; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.
Working and Physical Conditions
Environmental Conditions:Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions.
Physical Conditions:Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required; lifting and carrying moderate loads; must be able to operate assigned vehicle. Examples of Work Performed
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)
Research, plan and present training and education programs to various groups, providing information on developing and maintaining good health habits; select, develop and present related printed materials to audiences; select/prepare audio-visual materials for presentations.Assess effectiveness of presentations through evaluations.Market services and programs to other agencies and the general public; work with other agencies to address needs of the community.Write letters, grant proposals and other related correspondence; respond to requests for health information and educational programming.Assist with other health education programs as assigned.Serve on assigned boards, committees and advisory groups.Attend training/educational sessions as appropriate.Assist those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient and professional manner.Perform related duties as assigned.
Probationary Period
Twelve months.
Supervision Exercised
Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory personnel.
Exercises no supervision.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.
The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.
The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
Health Insurance
The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.
Eligible dependents include:
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance
A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account
City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program
City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan
The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation
As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
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Do you have a valid driver's license? (Please attach a copy)
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In which of the following fields do you possess a Bachelor's degree?
+ Health Promotion
+ Public Health
+ Nursing
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Employer
City of Cincinnati
Address
805 Central Avenue Suite 200
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
Phone
513-352-2400
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm
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