Help Wanted: Public Health Educator I

As a member of the Lenoir County Health Department, you can make an impact! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Public Health Educator I within the Health programs. Candidates in this class will assist in planning and implementing a program community health education designed to assist individuals and groups in recognizing and solving health problems through the proper selections and use of educational methods. Work involves participating in workshops and conferences to define and promote community health needs. Employees in this classification serve as a resource to patients and community partners.

Lenoir County provides competitive salaries that match your experience and skill level along with a rich benefit package that includes Health Insurance-County contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, 14 Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave accruals per pay period, Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement System and County Contribution to the 401(k) plan, and more.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited four-year college with a BS in Health Education and/or

• Graduate from an accredited four-year college and completion of one year on-the-job training as a Public Health Educator

• Possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License

• Pass a background check

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Application Process: Applicants must apply on-line at www.lenoircountync.gov under Employment and Employment Opportunities. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Starting Salary: $41,331

For questions, please call (252) 520-4200

Lenoir County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origins, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Lenoir County is a Drug Free Workplace