SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR

SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR

Salary

$2,300.80 Biweekly

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39574

Department

Houston Health Department

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

9/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Human Services

Section: Office of Chronic Disease

Location: Houston, TX 77004 (position will Rotate locations)

Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Health Department seeks a dynamic candidate to function as a Senior Public Health Educator within the Office of Chronic Disease, supporting the Diabetes Awareness & Wellness Network (DAWN) and other chronic disease programs and initiatives. The selected candidate may work across Office of Chronic Disease program areas based on programmatic needs.

Duties include the following:

• Develop and conduct health education, training, workshops, and health promotion programming, including chronic disease prevention, self-management, health literacy, and empowerment.
• Deliver and support evidence-based programs and curricula, including Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES), Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), physical activity and fitness programming, and other diabetes and chronic disease education programs.
• Apply appropriate behavioral theories and evidence-based models to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate community engagement, health education, physical activity, and health promotion programming in community and center based settings to improve chronic disease knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors in at-risk communities.
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with internal staff, community-based and private sector organizations to coordinate and perform culturally and linguistically appropriate health promotion, physical activity, and chronic disease education activities.
• Develop and interpret culturally and linguistically appropriate content for educational and training materials, visual aids, presentations, interactive demonstrations, virtual group classes, fitness classes, physical activity sessions, and social media settings. Content may include, but is not limited to, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, healthy eating, physical activity, active living, tobacco cessation, and other chronic disease prevention and management topics.
• Perform data entry, data collection, and data management activities; prepare reports; and participate in qualitative research, quality assurance, and quality improvement activities related to chronic disease programs and evidence-based interventions.
• Utilize various interdisciplinary, communication, and marketing techniques to promote and disseminate actionable health and wellness information.
• Support positive client outcomes and quality service delivery across Dawn Program and other Office of Chronic Disease clinical and health promotion activities.
• Perform other duties as directed.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelors degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or a closely related field such as Public Health.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years of experience in Public Health, Education or a closely related field are required.

A Masters degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or closely related field such as Public Health may be substituted for the above requirements.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houstons policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6

• Experience in fitness, physical activity programming, or certification as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) or fitness instructor preferred.
• Directly related professional experience or training in diabetes, chronic disease education, or evidence-based health promotion programs preferred.
• Preference for applicants who are bilingual in English, Spanish, and/or Vietnamese based on community needs.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Experience delivering one-on-one health education, group classes, presentations, or communitybased health promotion activities preferred.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TEST REQUIREMENTS

None. However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation during application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 18

SALARY INFORMATION SPECIAL FUNDS

Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832.393.4882).

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• YES
• NO

02

Do you hold a valid Texas Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate your completed level of education

• A Masters degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or closely related field such as Public Health
• Bachelors degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or a closely related field such as Public Health
• An Associates degree in Education, Behavioral Science, or a closely related field such as Public Health
• High School diploma/GED
• None of the above

04

How many years of professional experience do you have directly in Public Health, education, or a closely related field?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5-6 years
• 6 or more years
• No experience

05

Please select the certification you currently hold?

• CHW
• CHES/ MCHES
• CHW/CHES/MCHES in progress (e.g. registered or awaiting score)
• None of the above

06

Please select the language(s) you speak, read and write fluently? Check all that apply

• Spanish
• Vietnamese
• Chinese (Mandarin)
• Urdu
• Arabic
• French
• I am not bilingual

07

Describe your level of proficiency in working with database systems to track counts such as spreadsheets, google forms, Qualtrics, Smartsheets, and others. (Skills test may be administered)

• I have no experience in this area.
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advance
• Expert

08

Are you able and willing to travel to various HHD locations and community sites as required to perform the duties of this position?

• Yes
• No

09

Please describe your experience in public health areas you have academic, training, or experience in a health education capacity. (Check all that applies)

10

Please describe your academic, training, or experience assessing community, organizational, and/or patient health education needs and availability of resources.

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/