Senior Health Education Specialist (Hybrid)

Anoka County

2d • $64,480 - $90,230 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Anoka County Public Health and Environmental Services Department has an immediate opening for a Senior Health Education Specialist, Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP). In this position you will support community members and partners by promoting health resources and improving systems related to population health. The Senior Health Education Specialist is responsible for improving the health of Anoka County by developing relationships in the community, and providing education on chronic disease prevention and general wellness to residents and community partners. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid, position. Interviews will take place the week of April 13th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least four years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Successfully pass driver’s license background check.
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Public Policy or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote, maintain and improve individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors.
• Design and implement health education programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge for the improvement of health in the community.
• Conduct assessments and surveys to determine health education needs.
• Oversee health education programs and services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and educational materials.
• Keep current on changes and best practices in health education programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with agencies and community organizations.
• Maintain database, mailing lists, telephone networks, and other information to facilitate the coordination of health education programs.
• Make recommendations for developing plans and policies towards achieving health education objectives.
• Speak to groups and provide education to promote preventative health practices.
• Implement programing within the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) program.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to the SHIP team as it relates to the focus area.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees