District Public Health Educator

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Health Educator III

Opening Date : October 21, 2025

Closing Date : November 3, 2025

Job Class Code : 4374

Grade : 23 (Pro / Tech)

Salary : $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 per year

Position Number : 02000-3943

Location : This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This opportunity allows partial telework with management approval.

• LIMITED PERIOD POSITION -

Job Description :

The Office of Readiness and Response includes : District Public Health, Public Health Emergency Preparedness, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care, and the Office of Data, Research and Vital Statistics.

Join Maine CDC's District Public Health team and help address public health issues in communities where you live! This position will work under the guidance of the Maine CDC's District Public Health Liaison (DL), to assist municipalities, private and public entities within the public health district in implementing public health and emergency preparedness education and mitigation efforts. This position will respond to inquiries regarding the latest COVID 19 guidance and protocols from constituents and others within the district. This position will support and coordinate with the DL and other Maine CDC programs within the public health unit to implement Maine CDC public health priorities and initiatives. This position will assist the DL in emergency preparedness trainings and exercises within the district and support local public health emergency preparedness efforts. This position will develop and distribute district specific public health communications. This position will also convene local private and public partners at the request of the DL to help plan and implement essential public health services across the district.

You will also :

Minimum Qualifications :

A Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health Education, Health Education and two (2) years experience in community or health education program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation. Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred candidates will also have :

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Agency information :

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

Application Information :

For additional information about this position please contact Paula Thomson, District Public Health Educator, at (207) 287-2613.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine :

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including :

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note : Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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