Job Overview: The Tennessee Department of Health's Division of Family Health and Wellness (FHW) is seeking a highly motivated, qualified individual to fill a Public Health Program Director 1 contract position. The Public Health Program Director 1 position is housed within the Tobacco Use Prevention & Control Program. This contract position will work closely with program and evaluation staff to implement evidence-based strategies designed to address the tobacco use and prevention among youth and young adults. Key Responsibilities: • Plan and implement evidence-based programs/initiatives to address tobacco prevention among youth and young adults. • Assist and support schools with the implementation of tobacco prevention and cessation initiatives. • Work with the tobacco team to plan and implement youth engagement trainings for tobacco prevention. • Participate in regular trainings, workshops, conferences, and meetings related to tobacco prevention and control and the FHW division. • Develop and maintain cooperative, collaborative, working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve program goals and objectives. • Updates and uses relevant knowledge to support the implementation of health education interventions and programs for the community. • Identifies the educational needs of others, supports program staff in the development of educational training programs or classes, and teaches and instructs others. • Assists with the design and delivery of relevant training programs for health department employees, teachers, and other professionals • Prepare and distribute program materials to internal and external stakeholders that conduct tobacco prevention programs. Education and Experience: • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in health education, biology, or a related field. • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in public health, education, or related field • Able to complete and prioritize tasks while working remotely. This hybrid position has in-person attendance expected for the first day of employment for laptop deployment and onboarding in Nashville, TN.
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