Position: HSS1 Public Health Educator
Department: Health & Human Services
Bargaining Unit: OPEIU Local 95
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $21.12 to $23.47 Per Hour
Additional Salary Information: This is a grant funded program which expires at the end of 2012.
Description of Duties: Under the direction of the Health Officer and the Portage County CAN Coalition, this position serves
as the primary representative and point of contact, providing advanced support services to the Health Officer and
professional staff associated with implementation of the Fit Families- Fit Communities obesity prevention
grant. Responsibilities include complex organizational and administrative tasks for the health department and Portage
County CAN Coalition related to the implementation of the Fit Families- Fit Communities work plan and other programs
as directed by the Health Officer and the Portage County CAN Coalition.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public health, planning, nursing, environmental health, public
administration, community wellness or related degree Proven ability to organize/facilitate groups Proven ability to plan
and complete projects One year experience in public/community health field preferred Ability to manage complex projects
and maintain agreed upon timelines General knowledge of community resources and their roles and functions as related
to public health Must be a licensed driver and have access to an insured vehicle
Other Position Information: Portage County is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under
an Affirmative Action Plan. AA/EOE/LEP
POSITION DESCRIPTION Fit Families- Fit Communities Grant Coordinator
Name:
Class Title: HSS1 Public Health Educator Position No.
Department: Health and Human Services Grade Number: 3
Division: Public Health Union: OPEIU
Regular Hours: 40 hours per week Date Duties Began:
POSITION SUMMARY (Describe major responsibilities of this position)
Under the direction of the Health Officer and the Portage County CAN Coalition, this position serves as the
primary representative and point of contact, providing advanced support services to the Health Officer and professional
staff associated with implementation of the Fit Families- Fit Communities obesity prevention grant.
Responsibilities include complex organizational and administrative tasks for the health department and Portage County
CAN Coalition related to the implementation of the Fit Families- Fit Communities work plan and other programs as directed
by the Health Officer and the Portage County CAN Coalition.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direct supervision from Health Officer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None over agency staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
85% A. Implementation of the Fit Families- Fit Communities Grant
1. Facilitates implementation of work plans developed by Portage County CAN.
2. Participates in the evaluation of services and the assessment of the health of the community.
3. Collaborates with other community agencies and resources to implement work plans.
4. Applies public health principles to individuals, families and groups in the community setting.
5. Collects, analyzes, and reports program-specific data to assure program outcome goals are met or to identify
program management problems that need to be addressed.
6. Arranges and participates in multi-disciplinary meetings as indicated.
7. Makes presentations to interested community groups on topics relevant to obesity prevention.
8. Completes record keeping for individuals focus programs that assures documentation and tracking of required information.
10% D. Fit Families- Fit Communities Grant Coordination
1. Serves as a resource for staff, community, and other community providers.
2. Collaborates with supervisor in determining program needs, i.e., supplies, personnel, etc.
3. Schedules and chairs program committees, sets agenda, and arranges for recording of meeting minutes.
4. Prepares required reports for contract obligations.
1% F. General Duties
1. Attends staff meetings.
2. Completes work log, payroll, time cost studies, and other records required for sectional and departmental function.
3. Maintains client confidentiality.
4. Complies with all agency policies.
NON-ESSENTIAL (PERIPHERAL) FUNCTIONS:
4% A. Preparation and Maintenance of Records, Reports, and Statistics
1. Collects, compiles, and maintains statistics and reports as required and/or requested by state and/or federal agencies
and supplemental programs.
2. Develops and evaluates new and existing records, reports, and data systems on local, state, and national levels.
4. Assists in the development and writing of proposals for grants and contracts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience/Certification:
(A) Graduate from accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public health, planning, nursing,
environmental health, public administration, community wellness, or related degree.
(B) Proven ability to organize/facilitate groups.
(C) Proven ability to plan and complete projects.
(D) One year experience in public/community health field preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work independently and efficiently with a broad variety of community members.
Ability to manage complex projects and maintain agreed-upon timelines.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Basic knowledge of organizational theory and development.
General knowledge of community resources and their roles and functions as related to public health.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
General knowledge of Portage County area.
Ability to coordinate and organize public health programs.
Availability to work weekends and hours outside of regular agency working hours as necessary.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is in the No Exposure category for bloodborne pathogens and will follow all recommended training
and procedures for this category.
Must be a licensed driver and have access to an insured vehicle.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Computer, telephone, automobile, photocopier, dictation system, printer, fax.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee
is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands
or arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities
and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than
those stated on this description.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject
to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Portage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
To apply for this position, please go to: https://www.co.portage.wi.us:8443/HR/JobPost.nsf/WebCurrent?OpenForm.