Health Science Jobs in Westminster, MD (NOW HIRING)

GRADE

STD0015\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Carroll County Health Department\r\nWestminster, MD 21157\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to support the Community Health Services Bureau's Health Education Section by planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating community health education programs designed to further public awareness and understanding of factors influencing health status and community health activities and services. This position will conduct community needs assessments. This position will develop and disseminate culturally and linguistically appropriate educational materials. This position will coordinate outreach activities and events to engage diverse populations.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Education, Community Health Education or Health Science.\r\nExperience: One year of experience planning, developing, implementing and promoting health education projects. \r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute aBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 18 credit hours in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, Health Science or related behavioral science and two years of experience planning, developing, implementing and promoting health education projectsfor the required education and experience. \r\n2.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military serviceexperience as a commissioned officer in Health Educator andCommunity Health classifications or Health Educator and Community Health specialty codes in the Public Health field ofwork on a year-for-year basis for the required education.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Experience developing and/or leading chronic disease education classes.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken).\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Experience performing medical clerical work.\r\n\r\n\r\n4. Experience working in public or community health.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 410-333-5689.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 orApplication.Help@maryland.gov.\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n