Overview
The ideal candidate will have experience working with a diverse population to deliver health education messages, knowledge and/or experience using policy, system, and environmental changes to promote healthy behavior, and is comfortable collaborating with multiple community agencies. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations of youth using models of youth adult partnership and positive youth development; knowledge and/or experience using policy, system, and environmental changes to promote health; and is comfortable collaborating with community members as well as community agencies. This current opening is for the Friday Night Live Program in the Substance Use Disorder Prevention Unit. The eligible list will be used to fill the current and future vacancies. This is a supervisory role.
The option for hybrid work may be available based on the type of work and operational needs.
THE REQUIREMENTS: Pursuant to Section 1303 of the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, must possess a master’s degree in public or community health education from a college or university accredited by the American Public Health Association.
AND
Two years of experience in public health education, or related field, which would provide the knowledge and abilities listed below.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License or the incumbent must be able to provide suitable transportation approved by the appointing authority.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.
Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600.
To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S.
Some positions may require Fingerprinting and/or Background Investigation.
About County of Santa Cruz
The County’s natural beauty spans from its coastal beaches to its redwood forests. The County also has excellent shopping throughout the local communities and features a lively downtown area in the City of Santa Cruz.
