Working Title Health Educator Sr. #TJ042 (BRHD)
Role Title Education Support Spec III – 29144
Job Open Date 06/16/2021
Job Close Date 07/09/2021
Open Until Filled No
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No
Hiring Range $37,042 – $50,000
Agency Dept of Health (601)
Agency Website www.vdh.virginia.gov/blue-ridge
Location Charlottesville – 540
Sublocation
Position Number TJ042
Job Posting Number 1081735
Type of Recruitment General Public – G
Does this position have telework options? Yes
Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement/Preference No
Job Type Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Type Detail Restricted Full-Time Salaried – Non Faculty- FTS-1R
Pay Band 04
Job Description
The Blue Ridge Health District is seeking to hire a Regional Tobacco Control Coordinator. This position serves as a regional liaison to provide support to the Virginia Tobacco Control Program and provide programmatic and technical assistance on evidence-based tobacco control strategies to impact policies, systems, and environmental change. Responsible for knowledge of program development, implementation and basic outcome data collection; coordination of services, resources, training, media awareness and policy campaigns; evidence-based tobacco use prevention interventions; coalition building and maintenance; grant reporting; and serving as a liaison to local health districts and community partners. Plans, develops and delivers comprehensive tobacco free policies in multiple settings such as schools, daycares, parks, worksites and public housing units. Maintains a current knowledge of regional activities related to tobacco cessation efforts and provides professional training and presentations to organizations about tobacco use control.
BRHD Equity Statement: BRHD is committed to equity as both a process and an outcome. We envision a thriving community, free of racism, discrimination and poverty, where everyone has the opportunities and the resources for optimal health.
BRHD Vision: Working together for healthy, equitable communities
BRHD Mission: To protect and promote the health and well-being of all Virginians.
Guiding Principles: BRHD’s workforce is guided by the following core values in carrying out its public health work:
- Accountability: To act responsibly and adhere to the agency Code of Ethics at all times.
- Communication: To communicate effectively, timely and accurately.
- Diversity: To appreciate and support diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas.
- Equity: To promote justice, fairness and a commitment to others.
- Excellence: To work at the highest level of performance, delivering services and products of high quality in a competent and timely manner, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Integrity: To be honest and trustworthy.
- Respect: To recognize the dignity of the people served as well as our fellow employees.
- Stewardship: To manage public resources responsibly and efficiently.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of tobacco control issues and best practices. Bachelor’s degree. Ability to analyze and interpret data. Experience with project management. Experience in community engagement/community organizing. Exceptional presentation skills including using multimedia to engage diverse audiences. Knowledge of public health and commitment to health equity.
Preferred Qualifications
Grants management experience. Masters in Public Health or related field. Experience in tobacco control.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code § 2.2-3114). Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions.
Twelve-month probationary period is required for all new state employees. A new probation period may be required for successful internal candidates. District events, meetings, emergency operations, etc. may require some weekend and/or evening hours.
A valid State Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
Special Instructions to Applicants
VDH accepts only on-line applications . Faxed, mailed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications will be accepted until 11: 59 p.m. on the job closing date.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists); sex; color; national origin; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) organization, VDH honors the Commonwealth’s veteran’s hiring preference.
VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website at www.vdh.virginia.gov
State agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Name Tammy Richardson, HR Analyst
Phone
Fax
Email Tammy.Richardson@vdh.virginia.gov
Address
Virginia Department of Health
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