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JOB VACANCY: Public Health Education Coordinator (Permanent/Provisional, Full-Time, Benefited, Competitive Class)

LOCATION: Health Department

SALARY: $26.93 Per Hour / Grade 16

FILL DATE: 3/16/2010

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class engages in community public relations and marketing activities designed to increase public awareness regarding the resources and services available through the Ulster County Health Department, New York State Department of Health, and other health services available in the community. The employee has responsibility for organizing and implementing the dissemination of information pertaining to health problems, issues and solutions. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Health Director with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out the duties of the position. Supervision may be exercised over the work of others. Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Thorough knowledge of public relations techniques; good knowledge

and skill, in the application of the basic principles, practices and techniques utilized to educate the public; good knowledge of public health administration and public health law; good knowledge of the principles and practices of community organizations and work groups; good knowledge of employee training techniques; good knowledge of services available through state and local agencies; working knowledge of layout and design for preparation of newsletters, pamphlets, brochures and other literature; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to prepare, coordinate and present informative talks on health issues; ability to understand and disseminate complex written material; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; strong organizational ability; initiative; resourcefulness; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A. Possession of a Masters Degree in Public Health, Health Education or closely related field from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university. OR

B. Possession of a Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Health Education or closely related field from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university and two (2) years of experience in the field of health education for a public health department or agency. OR

C. Possession of an Associates Degree in Nursing or closely related field from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university and four (4) years of experience in the field of health education for a public health department or agency.

NOTE: Up to two (2) years of experience as a Public Health Nurse will be considered as qualifying for the experience in the field of health education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At time of appointment and throughout employment in this title, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license.

Special Requirement for appointment to Ulster County positions: In accordance with Ulster County Legislative Local Law Number 14 of 2007 or by other State and Federal Statutes, candidates for employment to all Ulster County positions must obtain clearance for appointment from the Department of Criminal Justice System or other mandated Federal and State regulatory authority based upon fingerprinting and a criminal history background check. This position will require a criminal background check and a candidate will be required to complete and sign a Criminal Background Investigation Release Form. Upon a conditional employment offer, a candidate will be required to be fingerprinted accordingly.

CONTACT: For further information on this position, please contact:

Dr. Lamar Hasbrouck, Public Health Director, Health Department, 300 Flatbush Ave., Kingston, NY 12401

If college or university education is indicated; transcripts are required and should be attached to all applications received. A candidate lacking the required transcripts will receive a conditional approval pending the receipt of transcripts.

*Please note that all Civil Service Laws and Rules apply.

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