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Salary : $52,974.06 - $68,866.51 Annually Location : Jacksonville, NC Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: Feb 2026 5164-53452 Department: Health Department Opening Date: 02/20/2026 Closing Date: 2/27/2026 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 Community Relations Manager. 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 Works with Lead Health Educator and Community Relations Manager to plan, implement, and evaluate public health programs and services to better the health of the Onslow County community utilizing data from the Community Health Needs Assessment and implementing Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIPs) strategies Assist the Community Relations Manager and Lead Health Educator with updating the Scorecard and completing the State of the County (SOTCH) report. Assist the Lead Health Educator and Community Relations Manager with meeting agendas and facilitation of Onslow County Health Department-led meetings as assigned. Serve as a backup for health education programs as needed. Assist the Community Relations Manager, Health Education Assistant, and the Public Health Program Planner and Coordinator with website updates and periodic reviews. Assists the Community Relations Team with networking, social media, and traditional advertisement of Health Department Services. Assists the Community Relations Manager and Health Educators with identifying grant opportunities and determining feasibility for grant applications (e.g., aligning grant opportunities with identified priorities and strategies) Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes health educational and information materials to local agencies, organizations, and other individuals and groups interested in health programs and problems. Visits schools, community organizations, professional groups, and local health departments to advise on methods of developing interest and participation in public health programs. 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. English-Spanish bilingual preferred. 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 BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina 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. Teladoc Mental Health Services The County provides Teladoc Mental Health Services to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as depression, and substance abuse concerns. 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? Yes No 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? Yes No 05 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? Yes No 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? Yes No 08 Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No 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