County of Fresno, CA
Fresno County, California
HEALTH EDUCATION SPECIALIST SOC (DPH)
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- Location
- Fresno County, California
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $53,716 - $68,562/yr
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
Position Description
INTERVIEWS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 20-21, 2026
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY - SUSPENSION OF COMPETITION
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY - SUSPENSION OF COMPETITION
In accordance with Fresno County Personnel Rule 4310.6, the County of Fresno Department of Public Health is pleased to announce a promotional opportunity for the position of Health Education Specialist. Incumbents coordinate, implement, and assist in developing public health education/promotion activities, with responsibilities including implementing and analyzing promotional projects, conducting presentations and informational/training programs, and preparing reference materials for the Department and the public.
The Department intends to fill one (1) Health Education Specialist position. Candidates for this suspension of competition are limited to current Department of Public Health employees who meet the minimum qualifications and filing requirements specified on this announcement and occupy a permanent position as a Health Education Assistant.
Fresno County is working together for a quality of life for all. Our mission is to provide excellent public services to our diverse community.
Samples of Duties
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Science, Public Health, or a closely related field that is acceptable within the United States' accredited college or university system.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted online only. An online application can be found at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fresnoca/promotionaljobs.
Open the Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin the online application process.
Once the filing deadline has passed, you may check the status of your application at anytime by logging on to
https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/fresnoca.
Please Note:
- It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any email address, mailing address, and telephone number changes.
- Notices from Human Resources will be sent via email only.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- A complete, accurate Fresno County employment application must be submitted online only and shall include:
- All education to demonstrate the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
- A valid driver's license number.
- A copy of your degree or transcripts that verify possession of the required education; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- If education was completed outside the United States' accredited college or university system, documentation that the education is comparable to that received within the United States' system must be provided by the closing date and time of this recruitment.
- Supplemental Questionnaire
Please Note:
- Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
- Incomplete or inaccurate applications will be disqualified.
- Submissions must be received by the closing date and time of this announcement. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline.
- Applications submitted via U.S. mail, email, fax, or in person in our office will not be accepted.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Pursuant to Fresno County Personnel Rule 4310 - Suspension of Competition, competitive examination may be suspended by the Director of Human Resources for a vacancy that meets the specified criteria. In such cases, all applicants must meet the established minimum qualifications and filing requirements as specified on this announcement. In this instance, all employees that meet the minimum qualifications and filing requirements as specified on this announcement will be afforded an interview.
- Tentative Interview Dates: August 20-21, 2026
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Positions in this classification are in Medical Group I - Light Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require only light physical effort and may include lifting of small, light objects and some bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Considerable walking or standing may be involved.
The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.
Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.
Analyst: Carolyn Maxwell
Benefits
REGULAR, PERMANENT POSITIONS BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Health Insurance
- Competitive Retirement Plan
- Twelve (12) Paid Holidays per year
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Annual Leave Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits include:
- Deferred Compensation Plan (County-sponsored tax shelter savings plan).
- Flexible Spending Plans - tax shelter (set aside pre-tax $ to pay for eligible medical, dependent care, and qualified parking and mass transit expenses).
- Noble Credit Union - all County employees can take advantage of low interest rates, no annual fees for checking accounts, direct deposit, online banking and many other services.
EXTRA-HELP POSITIONS:
Extra-help positions are temporary, not entitled to benefits and serve at the will of the department head.
CLICK HERE TO REVIEW ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION
Supplemental Questions
01
Please check the box next to the department where you are currently employed.
- Agriculture
- Assessor-Recorder
- Auditor-Controller/Treasurer-Tax Collector
- Behavioral Health
- BOS
- CAO
- Child Support Services
- County Clerk - Elections
- District Attorney
- General Services
- Human Resources
- Information Technology Services
- Library
- Probation
- Public Defender
- Public Health
- Public Works & Planning
- Retirement Association
- Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator
- Social Services
02
Are you currently employed in the following classification?
Health Education Assistant
- Yes
- No
03
I have attached a copy of my degree or transcripts and understand that if they are missing or do not verify I meet the education requirements for the position that my application will be denied.
Please note: The Education section of the application must be completed and must accurately reflect the information shown on the degree or transcripts.
Please note: The Education section of the application must be completed and must accurately reflect the information shown on the degree or transcripts.
- Yes, I have attached my degree or transcripts.
- No, I have not attached my degree or transcripts and understand my application will be denied.
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerCounty of FresnoAddress 2220 Tulare St., 14th FloorFresno, California, 93721 Phone(559) 600-1830
Website https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Home
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