"Alerted.org

Opioid Curriculum Development and Training Coordinator (PHA2)

Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/5148674)

Apply



Opioid Curriculum Development and Training Coordinator (PHA2)

Salary

$90,767.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Grant Funded

Job Number

HEA08128

Department

Health

Opening Date

11/20/2025

Closing Date

11/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

Position Description

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.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640

Typical Duties

+ 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

OR

Master’s degree required in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or related field.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ 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

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

Are you a current Metro Public Health Employee ?

+ Yes

+ No

02

What is your highest level of education?

+ Less than High School or GED

+ High School or GED

+ Nursing Diploma

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Advanced Degree

03

Do you have a Master’s degree required in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Public Health, Behavioral Health, or a related field?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have 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?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Do you have 3+ years in curriculum development, training, or public health education?

+ Yes

+ No

06

How many years in a leadership role do you have?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year

+ 2 Years

07

Do you have knowledge of data and best practices in mitigating, preventing, and or reducing Opioid use and or misuse?

+ Yes

+ No

08

I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.

+ Yes

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

Apply

Please verify your email address Verify Email