Job Description
Salary: $22.99 - $32.38 Hourly
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: NON-MERIT
Job Number: NM.142 06-25
Department: HHS/COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/03/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week
A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Community Health Services, Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program, Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, assesses the health education needs of the community and individuals and plans, develops, implements and conducts public health education related to tobacco prevention and cessation, electronic smoking devices and treatment options that promote the preservation of health and prevention of disease.
Examples of Essential Duties
Plans, develops, and coordinates a variety of public health education programs which promote the preservation of health and the prevention of disease that includes, tobacco prevention and cessation, cancer and chronic disease.
Plans and develops the health education component of Departmental programs.
Plans, organizes, and conducts educational programs for Health Department employees, schools and community-based groups.
Researches, prepares and distributes educational materials and the presentation of workshops and lectures.
Attends outreach, health fairs and screenings to provide on-site tobacco prevention and cessation education to the public.
Provides advice, consultation, and guidance to professional health care providers, community organizations, and others regarding community health education.
Examples of Other Duties: Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public health, health education, health science, health administration, or a closely related health discipline;
plus
three years of professional experience in health education, two years of which are in the planning and developing of public health education programs
(Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level): Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of public health education.
Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of health education program development, implementation, and assessment.
Thorough knowledge of the use and development of educational resources and materials.
Thorough knowledge of current health issues especially related to tobacco use and onset and progression of chronic diseases and educational needs affecting communities.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of supervising and directing health education programs and personnel.
Skill in planning, developing and conducting educational programs.
Skill in public speaking and lecturing. Skill in effective oral and written communications.
Skill in working with diverse populations and understanding the impact of social determinants of health on chronic diseases as related to tobacco and electronic smoking device use.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with community groups, other health care providers and co-workers.
Ability to prepare, organize and conduct health education programs.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with the general public, community groups, other health care organizations, and co-workers.
Ability to learn County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance): Knowledge of County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in developing and conducting health education programs.
Skill in working with the general public, community groups, health care organizations, and co-workers.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Public Health Educator I
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification requires driving throughout the county to provide outreach and education in the community, carrying/carting materials and lifting of supplies year round. Attendance at some evening and weekend outreach events is required.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
02
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
03
Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
Driver's License Learners Permit.
I do not have a driver's license.
04
The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
05
Select the option that best describes your combination of education and experience. Master's degree in public health, health education, health science, health administration, or a closely related field plus at least one year of experience in health education.
Bachelor's degree in public health, health education, health science, health administration, or a closely related field plus at least three years' experience in health education, two years of which were in the planning and developing of public health education programs.
I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.
06
Describe your experience proving public health education to diverse populations, especially those impacted by tobacco/electronic smoking device use and multiple social determinants.
07
Describe your experience creating public health messaging for diverse populations.
08
Describe your experience implementing public health education programs to individuals and group, especially related to tobacco use and chronic disease.
09
Describe your experience integrating health-related messaging into educational presentation focused on tobacco prevention and cessation and/or other chronic diseases.
10
Do you have experience providing tobacco/electronic smoking device prevention, education and cessation? Yes
No
11
Do you have any license and/or certifications related to public health education? if so, please specify. If you do not possess any license or certification related to public health education, enter "N/A" below.
12
Select the language(s), other than English, in which you are proficient in reading, writing and/or speaking. If you choose "Other" please list in the following question. Spanish
Russian
Other
Not applicable.
13
If you chose "Other" in the previous question, list the languages other than Spanish, Russian or English with which you are proficient in speaking, reading and/or writing.If you chose "Not Applicable" enter N/A.
14
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation and a medical examination. Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment? Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment
No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government
15
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit log into your account, and edit your profile. Yes
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