Job Description

Posting number: 080726

Department: Health

Job classification: Community Health Advocate

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Public Health, Community Development, Health Education, Community and Social Services, Health Care Support

Leadership Philosophy
The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Examples of duties

Experience, Education, and Training

• At least two years of college or vocational education in a Public Health Discipline or related field;

• One year of related work experience;
• Directly related work experience can be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Licensing/Certification

• If operating a motor vehicle during the course of performing job duties, must possess a valid driver's license, and provide required liability coverage.

Qualifications

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description

Supplemental information

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.