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COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATOR V

Industry Outreach Education Specialist

Recruitment #23-002772-0003

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Introduction

Maryland voters approved a referendum to legalize adult-use cannabis in the State effective July 1, 2023. This position will be a part of the State’s regulatory body for both medical and adult-use cannabis.

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Cannabis Administration
Linthicum, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of education training programs and materials for the Maryland Cannabis Administration’s industry partners (cannabis business agents, clinical directors, certifying providers, etc.). This position researches relevant education and training programs to identify promising education practices and tactics, including those from other adult-use states. This position directs evaluations of industry education training programs and makes recommendations to support continuous quality improvement. Additionally, this position provides regular reports on industry education program activities; delivers presentations to industry partners and stakeholders; provides technical assistance and overall support to the Office of Public Health, Data, and Education. This position is a valued team member in ensuring education goals and targets are achieved.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Education, Community Health Education or Health Science.

Experience: Three years of experience in planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating public health education programs, including one year of experience managing community health education projects and one year of experience at the supervisory level of planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating community health education work.

Notes: 

1. Candidates may substitute a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Public Health Education, Community Health Education, Health Science or Public Health Policy and one year of experience managing community health education projects and one year of experience at the supervisory level of planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating community health education work for the required education and experience.

2. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Education, Community Health Education or Health Science and four years of experience planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating health education projects, including one year of experience managing community health education projects and one year of experience at the supervisory level of planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating community health education work for the required education and experience.

3. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 18 credit hours in Public Health, Community Health Education, Health Science or related behavioral science and five years of experience planning, developing, implementing and promoting health education projects, including one year of experience managing community health education projects and one year of experience at the supervisory level of planning, developing, implementing, promoting and evaluating community health education work for the required education and experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Health Educator and Community Health classifications or Health Educator and Community Health specialty codes in the Public Health field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Strong communication skills, including written communications (i.e., newsletters, social media content)
  • Experience providing technical assistance and training
  • Experience leading program evaluations 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. 

The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. 

Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. 

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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