Health Educator - African American KSA, Limited Duration

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$33.85 - $41.51 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Limited Duration

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 05, 2025

The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

Join us at Multnomah County Health Department, where we are seeking individuals who embody leadership, achievement, and action in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment. Our mission is at the heart of everything we do: to collaborate with communities, advance health equity, safeguard the most vulnerable, and foster health and wellness for all. Guided by our core values of Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity, and Integrity, we strive to create a workplace culture characterized by respect, trust, and understanding for the incredibly diverse populations we serve in our communities.

Multnomah County Health Department’s Healthy Birth Initiative is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health Educator to serve the Black/African American/Black Immigrant and Refugee communities in Multnomah County. This vital role will enhance community well-being by providing essential health education services, leveraging and building upon the impactful work of our Healthy Birth Initiative (HBI) staff.

As the Health Educator, you will:

• Assess community and individual needs; develop, plan, and conduct health education strategies and programs.
• Design health education materials, facilitate events, and promote initiatives through various channels.
• Coordinate grant applications and foster strategic partnerships to support health education programs.
• Coordinate and communicate with HBI staff, participants, health and social service providers, and community members to assess and coordinate culturally relevant health education services.
• Build relationships with African American specific and other organizations to eliminate health inequities, and meet with HBI team members to assess client needs and develop health education strategies.
• Work with African American communities, provide outreach to father-based organizations, and collaborate with agencies to organize health and wellness fairs and events.
• Develop, plan, and conduct health education strategies, interventions, and programs in partnership with staff and community.
• Design and distribute health education materials.
• Facilitate health education events like workshops and conferences.
• Document activities, maintain databases, and provide regular updates on program activities and participation.
• Assess what works and what doesn't work to advance health equity.
• Share findings to build capacity and increase awareness and report to leadership on findings and plans.

Limited Duration Position: This is a Limited Duration Assignment (LDA). Limited Duration Assignments are expected to last up to two (2) years, but may end sooner.

African American Culture Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA): This position requires advanced knowledge of and experience working with the African American community. This would be demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values, and customs of the community being served as well as the ability to identify specific examples of experience (professional and lived) working directly with individuals and families who identify with the African American community.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on ourbenefits website.

Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• African American KSA: This position requires advanced knowledge, skill and ability and has experience working with the Black/African American community. Demonstrates an understanding of the traditions, values and customs of this community. Understands cultural/racial/ethnic factors, including systemic advantage or disadvantage, generational trauma, and any factors related to non-dominant culture affecting community health.
• Certified Lactation Counselor (not a licensed healthcare provider) with a minimum of two years of breastfeeding and counseling experience.
• Postpartum Doula with 3-5 years of direct client support and caseload management and an ability to facilitate client centered health care education groups.
• Must possess a valid State issued drivers license

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Experience in Parent Child Health
• Experience facilitating/teaching birth/parent education
• Deep understanding of and experience addressing the systemic barriers that perpetuate disparities for community members who experience marginalization

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

REQUIRED: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Submit an online application

2. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications;

3. Attach a copy of your Lactation Consultant certification

4. Attach a copy of your Postpartum Doula certification

5. Attach a Cover Letter addressing how you meet the qualifications for this position and why you are interested in the position. Please describe any work and or knowledge working with the Black/African American community you have.

Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting for additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.
• Phone screen
• Supplemental Questionnaire
• Oral exam
• Consideration of top candidates
• Background, reference, and education checks

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM some afterhour and weekend classes as needed

Work Location: This position works onsite at Walnut Park Complex located at 5329 NE Martin Luther Kind Blvd. Portland, OR 97211.

Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments for other available Health Educator positions.

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Planand exploring ourCore Competencies for all County employees

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit theDisaster Service Worker Informationpage.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Rebecca Richko

Email:

rebecca.richko@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 9971646

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6352 - Health Educator