Job Description
Salary : $47,715.20 - $70,636.80 Annually
Location : Oroville/Chico Area, CA
Job Type: Extra Help
Job Number: 2411861301EH
Department: Public Health Department
Opening Date: 09/03/2024
Closing Date: 9/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary This is an Extra Help Position. Extra Help means this may be a Part-Time or Non-Permanent position. The number of hours worked per week may vary and depend on the needs of the department. For terms and conditions concerning Extra Help with Butte County, see Section 6.13c of the Butte County Personnel Rules. The salary rage for level I is $1,835.20 -$2,459.20 biweekly ($22.94 -$30.74 per hour). Position is based in Chico office and will require occasional hours worked on weekends and before/after normal business hours. Work is performed in both an office and an off-site environment and sometimes in inclimate weather.
FLSA: Non-Exempt DEFINITION Under general supervision (Health Education Specialist I) or direction (Health Education Specialist II), plans and conducts special and continuing health education programs to promote health, prevent disease, and encourages positive health behaviors; conducts outreach and provides resources for community members seeking public health information or support services; collaborates with community groups and organizations to encourage interest in public health programs; and performs related work as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision (Health Education Specialist I) or direction (Health Education Specialist II) from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Health Education Specialist I: This is the entry-level classification in the Health Education Specialist series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine health education and promotion activities. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Health Education Specialist II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
Health Education Specialist II: This is the journey-level classification in the Health Education Specialist series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Health Education Specialist I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Positions in the Health Education Specialist class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II-level may be filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the II-level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the II-level.
Essential Job Functions EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.
- Plans, organizes, and conducts public health education and disease prevention programs; assists administrative and supervisory personnel in the planning, conduct and evaluation of health education aspects of departmental programs; designs and conducts evaluations to assess the quality and performance of health programs.
- Collaborates with various community groups and organizations to encourage an interest in public health; collaborates with health specialists and civic groups to determine community health needs and the availability of services and to develop goals for meeting needs.
- Advises departmental personnel on the use of educational materials and techniques and the use of community resources; organizes special health education programs, conferences, meetings, trainings, and speaker's bureaus on health topics.
- Pursues grant funded opportunities; assists with writing grant applications; monitors grant progress; files grant reports with state or other funding agency; prepares and maintains reports and other documentation of health education program activities; and promotes collaboration, partnership development, and capacity-building.
- Performs individual health counseling, screening, testing, and referral services for members of the public who have a disease or condition that is the subject of the health education program; encourages clients and the public to access care and treatment and utilize available resources.
- Performs duties related to the investigation, identification, monitoring, prevention, control, treatment, and reporting of communicable diseases by researching and affirming their existence in the community, evaluating the extent and impact of the disease, monitoring outbreaks, providing education on their causes, methods of transmission, and identifying preventive/control measures.
- Prepares publicity materials including news releases, pamphlets, newsletters, bulletins, and social media posts/content to publicize and explain health services and programs; prepares educational materials for meetings and training sessions; reviews published materials for readability and suitability for the department's acquisition and maintains a stock of educational materials for distribution.
- Maintains databases, mailing lists and other information to facilitate the functionality of health education programs.
- Identifies and evaluates community health needs; develops, conducts, or coordinates research, health needs assessments, and other public health surveys; develops and maintains health education libraries to provide resources for staff and community agencies.
- Conducts outreach to the community; develops and provides the public with information concerning public health programs, services, and community resources; provides referrals to other organizations as appropriate.
- Coordinates coalitions and work groups; develops agenda; schedules and facilitates meetings; and records and distributes minutes.
- Maintains current knowledge of health education program topics and issues and recommends improvements, as appropriate.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: - Principles and practices of public health administration for public health education program implementation and teaching.
- Principles and practices of program development and evaluation.
- Principles and practices of sourcing grant opportunities, preparing applications, monitoring progress and preparing reports.
- Principles and practices of training curricula design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, targeted populations and adults with differing learning styles.
- Methods and techniques of evaluating training program effectiveness.
- Public health practices and behavior change models.
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to public health education programs.
- Methods and techniques of evaluating health education program quality and effectiveness.
- Methods for researching, collecting and compiling demographic and biostatistical information and data.
- Health disparities and the social determinants of health.
- Social, cultural, linguistic, behavioral, geographic, and economic factors affecting health outcomes and the health status of individuals and communities.
- Chronic and communicable diseases and disease prevention methods.
- Risk factors, symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, and treatment of communicable diseases.
- Community socioeconomic and cultural demographics.
- Safety principles and practices related to assigned areas of responsibility including principles of working safely around blood-borne pathogens and infectious diseases.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
- The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability To: - Develop, implement and coordinate public health education programs.
- Utilize demographic and biostatistical data and information to evaluate community health education needs.
- Source, apply for, monitor and report on grant funding.
- Investigate potential cases of communicable disease and formulate recommendations for appropriate prevention and control action.
- Work with at risk and targeted populations.
- Work across social and cultural barriers to engage diverse stakeholders, community members, and the public.
- Develop skills in interviewing clients and recording and interpreting statements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of public health education programs and make sound recommendations for improvements.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret health, demographic, and statistical data.
- Prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports, and other written material.
- Maintain accurate databases, records, and files.
- Represent the County in contacts with County officials, community and other agencies and the public.
- Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
- Maintain confidentiality in compliance with mandated requirements.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public health, health education, nutrition, social work, or a related field; and
Health Education Specialist I: None.
Health Education Specialist II: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible public health program experience performing health education, health promotion, and disease prevention activities at a level equivalent to the class of Health Education Specialist I with Butte County.
Certifications and Licenses: - Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various County and community sites; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
- Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS - Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions.
- Employees may be exposed to blood and bodily fluids in the performance of their assigned duties.
- Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED - Equipment utilized includes personal computer, fax machine, standard office equipment, and motor vehicles.
Disaster Service Worker All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Teamsters-General Unit THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES Public Safety Dispatcher Pay:
POST Dispatcher Certificate: 2.5% Communication Training Officer, 3.5% Intermediate, 4.5% Advanced.
Salary Step Increases: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.
Boot Allowance: $200.04 for each year, paid in monthly installments. For eligible classifications only.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Vacation: 0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr. Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment.
Sick Leave: 96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Bereavement Leave: Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance: Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $1342.00/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $503.34 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees). This benefit is $300 per month for Employees hired on or after January 1, 2014.
Life Insurance: The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
Retirement: The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
"Classic Members"- 2% @ 55 . Final compensation based on Single Highest Year. Employee responsible for full 7% employee share effective 1/1/2013.
"New Members" to PERS- 2% @ 62 . Final compensation based on Highest Three Year Average. Employee responsible for one half (1/2) the normal cost of the CalPERS Pension.
"New Member" is defined by law (PEPRA) as an "
1) individual who has never been a member of any public retirement system prior to 1/1/2013 or
2) An individual who becomes a member of a public retirement system for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was previously a member of a public retirement system, but who was not subject to reciprocity. or
3) An individual who was an active member in a public retirement system and who, after a break in service of more than six months, returned to active membership in that system with a new employer
Deferred Compensation: The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.
Disability Insurance: For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.
Flexible Spending Program: County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well. Generally, employees who participate in the Flexible Spending Program have less taxes withheld for their payroll checks than if they had elected not to do so.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $500/year.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
Refer to specific labor agreements (Teamsters-General) for additional benefit information.
BUTTE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Butte County Human Resources Department 3 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965
(530) 552.3552
Comments, please email:
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Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public health, health education, nutrition, social work, or a related field; and Health Education Specialist I: None. *Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications listed. In your explanation, please include reference to work experience detailed in this application.
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Your responses to the following questions may be used to make a better assessment of your qualifications.This questionnaire may be used to rate your qualifications and to determine your ranking. Thus, it is to your advantage to be as clear and thorough as possible when completing the supplemental questions.1.) (PHES) Describe any experience you have in community outreach, emergency preparedness and response and/or health promotion and prevention programs. Please list each individually and your role in each.
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2.) (PHES) Describe you experience working with diverse populations, include the population(s) you've worked with and the work you have done with them.
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3.) (PHES) Describe your experience in public speaking or presentations, including the use of visual aids or electronics.
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What answer accurately reflects the number of years' experience of program experience performing health education, health promotion, and disease prevention activities?*One year equals 2,080 hours.
- Less than one year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4-5 years
- More than 6 years
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Has you work experience included any of the following? Select all that apply.***Answer must be supported by work experience detailed in this application.
- Program development and evaluation
- Training curricula design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups
- Researching, collecting and compiling demographic and biostatistical information and data
- Grant activities such as grant writing, monitoring and reporting
- Health counseling and client referrals to available services
- Conducting of community outreach
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Work in health promotion and prevention programs
- Client screening and/or testing
- Public speaking
- Creation of publicity materials that may include news releases, pamphlets, newsletters, bulletins, and social media content
- Work in a Public Health Department or similar agency
- None of the above
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What is your highest level of education?
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- None of the above
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Do you possess a US Driver's License?
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How did you discover this job opportunity?
- Butte County Website
- Butte County Human Resources Social Media
- CareersInGovernment.com
- County Employee
- Craigslist.com
- Facebook
- Friend or Relative (word of mouth)
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Handshake
- Indeed.com
- Job Fair
- Job Interest Card - GovernmentJobs.com
- Linkedin
- Newspaper - Paper or Online
- Departmental Email
- Radio
- Magazine
- Billboard
- Other
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