Clatsop is hiring: Health Promotion Specialist II in Astoria

Clatsop County Oregon - Public Health, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America

Job Description

Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.

Health Promotion Specialist II

$5,176.89 to $6,292.55 per month

Neighbor to neighbor, serving Clatsop County with integrity, honesty and respect.

ABOUT CLATSOP COUNTY

Today Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through nine divisions: County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, County Clerk, Community Development, Juvenile, Public Health, Public Works, the District Attorney, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district.

the position

Under supervision of the Health Promotion Supervisor, this position will perform health promotion and disease prevention activities including community outreach, education, mobilization, and implementation of program goals and effectiveness to help guide the County’s health promotion and disease prevention initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in health education, health promotion, public administration, public policy, or related field and three years’ experience in any professional employment related to the development and promotion of health programs.
• Minimum of two years' experience conducting community outreach, organizing, or public health education work, or any satisfactory equivalent combination of expertise and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties described above.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acceptable.
• Must possess and maintain driving privileges in the state of Oregon.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in public health or related graduate degree. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES); Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS).
• Experience with intercultural communication and ability to read, write, and speak Spanish.
• Experience and/or education in data analysis.

to Apply

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

This position is open until December 21, 2025. Apply Here

For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for information on essential functions and requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.

Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

Clatsop County is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Clatsop County Oregon - Public Health, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America