Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00350

Department: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: HHS 60 Director's Office Division

Job classification: Program Specialist II

Posting type: Internal/External Applicants

Categories: Training, Health Education, Community and Social Services, Education, Training & Library, Program Management

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $70,556 to $103,428, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $72,567 to $104,095, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Office of the Director, Latino Health Initiative, is recruiting for an enthusiastic and talented individual for Program Specialist II to join our team. We’re seeking a collaborative and community-focused professional with experience in health promotion, curriculum or training development, and community engagement with multicultural and multilingual populations. If you’re looking to contribute your talents to a collaborative and dynamic team, please apply.

Examples of duties

This position supports the Latino Health Initiative (LHI) by leading the development, coordination, and delivery of culturally and linguistically appropriate trainings, curricula, and educational materials in Spanish The role centers on advancing health promotion strategies for Latino communities through popular education and participatory training methods

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Bilingual applicants in Spanish to English languages are encouraged to apply

This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office.

Work Schedule Flexibility is required as program activities, community events, or outreach sessions may take place during evening or weekend hours.

Telework This position may be eligible for limited hybrid telework, up to two days per week after the initial training period.

Qualifications

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in curriculum development and training for Spanish-speaking populations.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.

Supplemental information

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English in a professional setting.
• Experience developing and implementing health promotion programs for multicultural or multilingual communities, including Latino populations.
• Experience facilitating adult education using participatory or popular education techniques.
• Experience developing educational materials or curricula for minority or multilingual populations.
• Experience coordinating program indicators, data collection, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience developing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations or practicum sites.
• Experience supporting the development of grant proposals, including narrative, work plan, budget, or data components.