Salary: $25.00 Hourly
Location : Jacksonville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: NC Alliance of PH Contract
Department: Health Department
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description
Performs intermediate administrative work planning and implementing a health education program, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Deputy Health Director.
This is a time limited contract role hired through the NC Alliance for Public Health that will end 5/31/2027
Our core values-
Resilience,
Excellence,
Accountability,
Customer Service, and
Honesty-are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Executes the deliverables outlined in the NC Division of Public Health (NC DPH) Agreement Addendum (AA) 118 (Regional Foundational Capabilities Development) alongside Health Department Administrative staff
- Establish connections/partnerships with other NC DPH regional workforce development coordinators and NC DPH staff.
- Identify training and workforce needs within Region 8 counties
- Create solutions to training and workforce needs applicable to the Region 8 counties to include, but not limited to: agency client satisfaction surveys, agency customer service training, social determinants of health plan development and training, PowerDMS/Accreditation dashboard training, etc.
- Attend Public Health Workforce meetings, virtually and/or in-person
- Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes informational materials to local agencies, organizations, and other individuals and groups interested in health programs and problems.
- Assists in planning, developing, and conducting workshops, conferences, and training opportunities for professional groups and the public.
- Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if appointed, or volunteers.
- Performs other related duties as required
Core Competencies and Skills
Data Analytics and Assessment Skills
- Accesses existing quantitative and qualitative data (e.g. primary and secondary data, vital statistics, etc.)
- Describes factors that affect the health of a community (e.g. income, education, laws, environment, resilience, food security, access to healthcare, etc.)
- Explains the importance of data management for designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services
Policy Development and Program Planning Skills
- Contributes to the development of the rationale for policies, programs, and services
- Identifies individuals and organizations who can contribute to implementation of policies, programs, and services
- Contributes to development, implements, and monitors impact of community health improvement plans.
Communication Skills
- Communicates with linguistic and cultural proficiency (e.g. tailoring messages for different audiences, using plan language)
- Communicates information to influence behavior and improve health (e.g. encouraging vaccinations, preparing for emergencies, discouraging tobacco use).
- Fosters communication (e.g. building trust, engaging in active listening, being clear and transparent)
Health Equity Skills
- Describes the diversity of individuals and populations in a community (e.g. language, culture, values, socioeconomic status, etc.)
- Addresses the diversity of individuals and populations when developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services
Community Partnership Skills
- Describes conditions, systems, and policies affecting community health and resilience (e.g. determinants of health, poverty, housing, etc.)
- Builds relationships to improve community health and resilience
- Collaborates with community members and organizations to identify community health and resilience needs
Public Health Sciences Skills
- Applies evidence in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services
Management and Finance Skills
- Recognizes one's own professional development needs (e.g. determining knowledge and skills needed for success in one's job, identifying gaps in desired knowledge and skills)
Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public health and public health education activities. General knowledge of modern educational theory and techniques in the field of public health education. General knowledge of journalistic principles and methods of preparing subject matter in the promotion of public health activities. General knowledge of display techniques and skill in the arrangement of exhibits. Ability to work effectively with people on all educational levels and to maintain effective working relationships with local health departments, community agencies, and the public. Ability to write and speak effectively and to stimulate interest and cooperation among various groups in carrying out a program in public health education. Ability to operate a personal computer and standard office productivity software.
Education, Experience, and Special Requirements
Bachelor's degree with coursework in health education, or related field and moderate experience in public health education, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements:
Valid driver's license is required.
Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
In order to be considered for this position, your official transcripts showing the date awarded and type of degree awarded and/or any required certificates or licenses must be uploaded with your application, even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application.
Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including:
Health Insurance
Health Insurance is provided by Cigna and covers a wide variety of healthcare services.
Dental Insurance
Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults.
Vision Insurance
Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam.
North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System
Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit.
NC401k
The County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%.
Vacation Leave
Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases.
Sick Leave
Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.
Paid Holidays
County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary.
ComPsych Mental Health Services
The County provides Mental Health and Life Services through ComPsych to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and organizational support tools.
Supplemental Benefits
County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans.
For more information, please visit and click on the Benefits tab.
01
What is your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02
Have you completed coursework in health education or a related field?
03
How much experience do you have in public health education in public health or a related field?
- Less than two years
- Two to three years
- Three to five years
- Five years or more
04
Do you have experience developing and facilitating a health-related lesson, class, workshop, or seminar?
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Are you competent/confident in reading and writing in Spanish and English?
- Beginner (May or may not be bilingual)
- Competent (Between a beginner and expert. You are comfortable)
- Expert (You have advance knowledge and experience speaking and/or writing Spanish)
06
Do you have a current driver's license?
07
Have you uploaded a copy of your official transcript showing the date you degree was awarded and the degree type awarded with your application?
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Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation?
09
Onslow County's values are REACH: Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty. Which value(s) resonates with you the most, and why?
Required Question