Public Health Educator & Community Outreach

Sauk-County,-Wi; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sauk County seeks a Health Educator to support the Public Health Department in designing, delivering, and evaluating community health education programs. You will collaborate with stakeholders, manage grants, and lead outreach and communication efforts to promote health across Sauk County.

The position emphasizes CHA/CHIP leadership, program evaluation, and inter-organizational collaboration to improve population health outcomes. A bachelor’s in health education or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Education, Public Health, or related field.
• Valid Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• 4 or more years of experience in public health, health education, grant administration, policy/planning, public health preparedness, or community organizing.
• Any combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, evaluate, and report on specific educational programs and policies to meet identified needs in the community.
• Prepare and conduct public health educational programs in various settings to fulfill goals and educate the public.
• Assess community health needs and report data with stakeholders.
• Lead CHA and CHIP processes; prepare CHA and CHIP reports.
• Serve as a resource on health promotion for community and county employees.
• Identify funding opportunities and write grants to secure new initiatives.
• Prepare publications, marketing, and media materials and campaigns.
• Coordinate department's social media strategy and website content.
• Coordinate coalitions and meetings; evaluate effectiveness; develop strategic plans.
• Grant management: track progress, report to funders; ensure deliverables.
• Coordinate community events.
• Participate in population health initiatives and collaborations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Community outreach

Policy advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Education, Public Health, or related field

Job description

Sauk County seeks a Health Educator to support the Public Health Department in designing, delivering, and evaluating community health education programs. You will collaborate with stakeholders, manage grants, and lead outreach and communication efforts to promote health across Sauk County.

The position emphasizes CHA/CHIP leadership, program evaluation, and inter-organizational collaboration to improve population health outcomes. A bachelor’s in health education or related field is required.