Drug and Injury Prevention Program Health Educator (Public Health Educator I)

Drug and Injury Prevention Program Health Educator (Public Health Educator I)

Salary

$22.14 - $26.02 Hourly

Location

1100 East Wendover Avenue Greensboro, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

04186

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

09/23/2026

Closing Date

10/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Empower Successful People to thrive in a Strong Community supported by Quality Government

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs professional and consultative work in planning and implementing a health education program in the Public Health Department.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Employees in this class develop, organize, and implement a health education program to help meet the particular needs of the community. Work includes developing educational programs, forming special committees and tasks forces, consulting with the private or other public sector agencies, serving as an instructor or media information sources, or coordinating activities with a variety of community resources. Considerable independence in performing the work, establishing work schedules, and making decisions on program activities are present in the positions. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level community health education or program manager and is reviewed through conferences, reports, observation of program activities completed, and feedback from groups receiving the services.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Advises and assists nurses, physicians, social workers, and other health care personnel in planning and implementing education components of the agency programs.
• Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes health education and informational materials to agencies, schools. organizations, and other groups interested in health program and problems.
• Visits schools, community organizations, professional groups, and private organizations to share information, advise on particular program and health activities, and help in developing interest and participation in the health program.
• Provides consultative services to teachers, principals, day care centers, community organizations, private companies, and other public agencies on methods and means to implement and educate students, employees, or the public on a variety of health education topics.
• Serves as the media liaison and contact for a particular health program; prepares and releases feature stories to the public for informational and educational purposes.
• Plans, develops, and conducts workshops, sessions, and training opportunities for public groups.
• Performs related duties as required.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public health and public health education activities.
• Considerable knowledge of modem educational theory and techniques in the field of public health education.
• Considerable knowledge of graphics and journalistic principles and methods of preparing promotional materials, exhibits, and publications in public health education.
• Ability to design a variety of materials to promote a particular public health program.
• Ability to be innovative and creative in developing public health education activities.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people on all educational levels.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, private organizations, public sector groups, news media, and the general public.
• Ability to write and speak effectively and to stimulate interest and cooperation among various groups in implementing a public health education program.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in health education; or graduation from a four-year college or university and completion of one year of on-the-job training (OJT) as a public health educator.

Trainee: Graduation from four-year college or university.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of overdose prevention, harm reduction practices, and substance use education.

Supplemental Information

Driving is Essential

Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid drivers license and that the driving record is compatible with the countys driving criteria.

If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford Countys vehicle use policy.

Special Note

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job questionnaire with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. These documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. Thats less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; thats unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. Thats 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

01

Please select the highest level of education you have completed All education and certifications must be listed in the Education section of the employment application. Transcripts may be required to verify educational qualifications.

• No formal education
• Some High School, No Diploma/GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree (AA, AS)
• Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS)
• Master's Degree (MA, MS, MBA, etc.)
• Professional degree (JD, MD, DVM, etc.)
• Doctoral Degree (PhD, EdD, etc.)

02

Have you graduated from a four-year college or university with a major in health education? For evaluation purposes, all education, including degrees and certifications, must be documented in the Education section of the application. Education referenced only on a résumé will not meet this requirement. Official transcripts will be required to verify educational credentials.

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of on-the-job training (OJT) as a public health educator do you have.? All experience must be documented in the Work History section of the application. Failure to do so may result in the application being considered incomplete.

• N/A or no experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years but less than 7 years of experience
• 7 years but less than 10 years of experience
• 10 plus years of experience

04

Please clearly describe your one year of on-the-job training (OJT) as a public health educator experience. Your response must include the agency name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, and a brief summary of your primary duties and level of responsibility. Experience referenced only on a résumé will not be considered. All experience must be documented in the Work History section of the application. Failure to do so may result in the application being considered incomplete.

05

Do you have knowledge of overdose prevention, harm reduction practices, and substance use education?

• Yes
• No

06

Please briefly describe your experience with overdose prevention, harm reduction practices, and substance use education. If you have no experience, please type N/A.

07

This position requires verification of education through official transcripts. Are you able to provide transcripts upon request?

• Yes
• No

08

Guilford County requires employees to reside within a two-hour driving radius of Guilford County. Do you currently meet this residency requirement, or are you willing and able to relocate to meet it if selected? Important: Failure to meet or agree to meet the residency requirement may result in disqualification from further consideration.

• I currently reside within a two-hour driving radius of Guilford County
• I am willing and able to relocate to meet the two-hour residency requirement
• No

09

I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Guilford County

Address 201 S Greene Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401-6417

Phone 3366413763

Website https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/