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Requisition No: 879670 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64081056

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64081056 

Salary:  $43,000.00 to $45,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 07/26/2026 

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*This is a fulltime Career Service (CS) Health Educator position working with the Department of Health in Lee County.*

This is a Health Educator position under the supervision of the Health Education Program Manager. The general duties of this position support all activities approved by the Florida Department of Health Department in Lee County directed toward reduction of risk for youth using tobacco of all kinds and promoting smoking cessation among youth and adults through the Lee County Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) chapter. This is a tobacco-free position. This position is classified as a sensitive position. Incumbent handles protected health information on a need-to-know basis following Florida Department of Health (FDOH), HIPAA and Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Employee abides by State/Federal laws governing health information. Responsible to maintain confidentiality, security, privacy, and integrity of protected health information. Incumbent may be required to work evenings, weekends and infrequent overnight travel supporting the SWAT program.

Works closely with the Tobacco Prevention program staff on the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of all SWAT activities and events as outlined in the Bureau of Tobacco Prevention Program Work Plan and submits all SWAT related quarterly reports in the Automated Tobacco Activity Collection System (ATACS), special reports, end of the year reports, and other requests for information. Stays current regarding tobacco/electronic vaping/nicotine product trends and data reported on the Florida Youth Tobacco Survey and other pertinent statistical sources. Works closely with the Tobacco Prevention program staff to complete all quarterly program grant deliverables for all other required policy areas. Meets with supervisor and informs regarding results of accomplished and upcoming activities, successes, and challenges. Prepares annual Statement of Work and submits SWAT Advisor invoices quarterly for payment.

Assists the SWAT Advisors with recruitment and retention of youth for SWAT Clubs in school and community-based settings. Collaborates with SWAT Advisors to develop meeting schedules that allows for the training, planning, and implementation of regular tobacco control events and activities. Maintains an organized record for each SWAT club that includes all agendas, meeting minutes, event preparation materials, permission forms, and any other resource necessary to support SWAT clubs. Develops agendas and records meeting minutes for each SWAT club meeting. Maintains flexible and convenient hours for SWAT youth (example: after school and on weekends if necessary). Identifies and provides education and training on effective tobacco prevention and control strategies for students, SWAT Club members and Advisors. As required, participates in regional and statewide SWAT calls/webinars and reports updates to Tobacco Health Education Program Manager, SWAT youth and SWAT Advisors.

Prepares and facilitates tobacco prevention presentations including educational and policy initiative presentations to schools, summer camps, civic organizations, community meetings and workshops when necessary. Serves as liaison between the staff of the School District and the Department of Health in Lee County on all SWAT activities.

Coordinates county-wide youth led tobacco prevention events, including activities for recruitment of new youth. Facilitates and coordinates transportation for youth members to trainings, meetings, and events. Attends the Tobacco-Free Lee Coalition partnership meetings and reports on the progress of SWAT activities and events. Participates in community outreach events.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and techniques of effective communication
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage
• Knowledge of standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection
• Knowledge of the principles & practices of health education
• Knowledge of tobacco prevention and control best practice strategies
• Skilled in operating a personal computer.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to utilize computer systems / programs.
• Ability to provide health education services to others.
• Ability to operate general office equipment.
• Ability to operate audiovisual equipment.
• Ability to develop & deliver health education services.
• Ability to collect & analyze data.
• Ability to follow office procedures & practices.
• Ability to organize & maintain filing systems.
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner.
• Ability to plan, organize & coordinate work assignments & communicate effectively verbally & in writing.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.
• Ability to prioritize individual workload.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools, i.e.; stapler, scissors, etc.
• Ability to work with occasional loud noises.
• Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to review data for accuracy & completeness.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Ability to serve as a resource specialist on tobacco-related issues.
• Ability to educate, empower, and train youth on effective tobacco prevention and control interventions.

• Ability to write professional documents, reports, and e-mail communications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a valid driver's license and have a motor vehicle to perform duties.
• Must not use tobacco / nicotine products.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends or travel out of the county to support youth activities.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Fort Myers

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.