Public Health Educator II

State of North Carolina•5505 Six Forks Road Wake, NC

6d•$55,823 - $97,689•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Health Educator II is assigned to the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch (OEEB), within the Epidemiology Section, Division of Public Health, Department of Health and Human Services. This position is funded by the federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and focuses on eliminating and reducing adverse health effects from exposure to environmental contaminants, primarily at hazardous waste sites in North Carolina. The role involves leading the development and implementation of community-based health education programs, assessing needs, planning and coordinating programs, evaluating their effectiveness, and serving as a resource person. The Public Health Educator II also builds partnerships, encourages community involvement, and supports grant operations. Key duties include assessing needs, planning and implementing targeted health education programs, developing educational materials, coordinating community meetings, leading the 'Choose Safe Places for Early Care and Education' initiative, supporting grant writing and reporting, conducting community assessments, serving as a subject matter expert, and participating in public health responses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Public Health Education or in Public Health with a major in public health education from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in public health education; or Bachelor’s degree with a major in health education from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in public health education OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience developing and delivering environmental health education materials using plain language and health literacy principles for diverse community audiences.
Documented experience in coordinating and facilitating public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement sessions to address environmental health concerns and promote community involvement.
Experience conducting community health assessments using qualitative and quantitative data to identify populations at risk of exposure to environmental hazards.
Intermediate-level proficiency in preparing grant documentation, including progress reports, budget summaries, and program evaluations for federally funded public health initiatives.
Experienced in using digital publishing tools such as Canva to design audience-specific outreach materials that support environmental health education campaigns.

Responsibilities

Assess individual, organizational, and community needs related to environmental health education.
Plan, implement, and evaluate targeted health education programs to address environmental hazards.
Develop and deliver clear, accessible educational materials and presentations for diverse audiences.
Coordinate and lead community meetings, workshops, and outreach events to address public health concerns.
Build and maintain partnerships with local health departments, community organizations, and government agencies.
Lead the implementation of the “Choose Safe Places for Early Care and Education” initiative, including curriculum development.
Support grant operations by assisting with writing, reporting, budgeting, and communication with funding agencies.
Conduct community assessments to identify populations at risk and tailor education strategies accordingly.
Serve as a subject matter resource on environmental health education for internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in special projects and public health responses as needed to support statewide environmental health initiatives.