Public Health Educator Jobs in Spring, TX (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Grant-funded Full-time
Job Number: 17065
Department: Public Health Services
Division: Environmental Public Health
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
Job Description
If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.
About Harris County Public Health
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
This is a grant-funded position.
Our Values:
HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve community's health and well-being.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview:
Under general supervision, the Lead Abatement Information Coordinator conducts outreach and education on lead hazards to youth, service providers, community partners, and the public. Individuals in this role are responsible for coordinating participant recruitment, overseeing lead abatement application submittals, maintaining collaborative partner relationships, and performing other tasks to support program goals.
This role requires knowledge of program coordination and community engagement, along with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to perform the essential functions of the position.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Outreach and Education: Provides outreach and education at clients' homes, health fairs, schools, day care centers, clinics, and other community sites in high-risk target areas. In addition, manages the calendar for education and outreach events, and submits requests for outreach supplies.
• Client Support: Serves as a liaison for potential clients, gathers documentation needed for program approval, assists with completing and submitting lead abatement applications, and may provide English/Spanish interpretation for clients and staff during home visits.
• Reporting: Works closely with Program Supervisors to manage data, perform evaluations, and generate program reports.
• Program Support: Assists in developing program materials, guidelines, and training, and helps develop and implement targeted population-based interventions.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:

• High School Diploma/GED.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of lead hazards, public health principles, and housing-related risk factors.
• Understanding of program coordination, community outreach, and participant recruitment strategies.
• Familiarity with policies and procedures for program documentation and application processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, planning, collaboration, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and program information.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement outreach and education activities.

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
• Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
• Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Language:

• Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred).

Experience:

• Two (2) years of community outreach experience (preferred).

General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work

• Full-Time | Grant Funded Position
• Monday - Friday | 8 am - 5 pm
• Other days and hours as necessary.

Work Environment

• The work is performed in both an office and fieldwork environment and may involve working with biological materials or in healthcare environments to perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands

• This position requires moderate physical work, including standing, walking, and bending, with the ability to use and physical stamina and manual dexterity. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• The work requires moderate levels of concentration and attention to detail, high levels of creativity and innovation, moderate levels of work-related stress, and high levels of memory and information retention to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Location:

• 1111 Fannin St. Houston, TX 77002

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or Equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• N/A; No Degree

02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in community outreach?(To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) years or more.
• I do not have this experience.

03
Please provide details about your verifiable experience in community outreach. DO NOT USE "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities, (d) employment dates (ex. MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY). If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
04
Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? If yes, what is your level of proficiency in Spanish?

• Yes, I am fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Yes, I am proficient in conversational Spanish only.
• Yes, I have basic knowledge of Spanish.
• No, I am not bilingual in English and Spanish.

Required Question