Health Education Specialist

Solano County • Fairfield, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Health Services Division of the Health and Social Services Department is currently recruiting for a Health Education Specialist to support and develop emergency preparedness practices and services. The Public Health Services Division believes that health is all about people; where they live, learn, work, and play. From our staff to our clients, we provide people with the tools they need to maintain and improve their health. The services we provide are incredibly diverse and include such activities as conducting public health nurse home visits for moms and babies, providing medical care in our clinics, and much more. You will not find a more committed group of people than public health workers. It takes a special kind of dedication to enter the public health field. Our passion is promoting health, livable communities and healthy lifestyles. As a result, we care for individuals and the community with compassion and respect. The Health Education Specialist plays a critical role in emergency preparedness by ensuring compliance with grant deliverables for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP), Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP), and Pandemic Influenza (Pan Flu) programs. This position develops and updates emergency plans, assists with planning and conducting exercises, and contributes to after-action reports to improve response efforts. Collaboration with internal departments and community partners ensures integration of public health strategies into broader emergency response, strengthening community resilience and safety.

Requirements

• One year of full time, paid experience, in health promotion and education activities.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred in health education or in public health, education, health science, sociology, psychology or a related field including at least three college level classes in public health/health education or Certification as a Health Education Specialist (CHES).
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.
• Some assignments may require certification associated with the specific subject area.
• Independent travel is required.
• Candidates for employment may as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in Public Health may be substituted for the experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with grant deliverables for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP), Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP), and Pandemic Influenza (Pan Flu) programs.
• Developing and updating emergency plans.
• Assisting with planning and conducting exercises.
• Contributing to after-action reports to improve response efforts.
• Collaborating with internal departments and community partners to ensure integration of public health strategies into broader emergency response.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level