Community Health Specialist

2 weeks ago

Shakopee, Minnesota, United States Scott County Full time
Job Summary

The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification.


Incumbent performs a variety of activities and tasks in implementing the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) Grant aimed at improving preventative care, policy, systems and environmental strategies to reduce long term healthcare costs related to obesity and tobacco use.

Implements and evaluates a comprehensive, unified chronic disease prevention plan, public health policies and health promotion programs for the SHIP and SHIP-related areas for Scott County.

Develops and conducts needs assessments and evaluation plans incorporating evidence-based strategies using qualitative and quantitative assessment methods, analyzes results and writes needs assessment reports.

Develops and strengthens partnerships in the community. Advocates for policy, systems and environmental change related to grant projects.

Represents Scott County Public Health at public events, serves on various internal and community groups, and coordinates SHIP action teams.

Provides technical assistance to community partners on chronic-disease and SHIP-related matters. Works with SHIP Coordinator and other assigned staff and contractors as part of the SHIP project team. Provides emergency / disaster public health services, including emergency preparedness activities as required.

Essential Duties

Implements activities and interventions of the SHIP grant in Scott County; works with SHIP Coordinator, other assigned staff, and contractors as part of the SHIP project team.


Promotes and maintains the health of the community related to the SHIP grant: gathers and analyzes data, identifies trends; conducts social marketing, outreach and surveillance related to SHIP-related priorities; Implements SHIP programs in schools, work sites, communities, and other healthcare organizations; ensures quality of programs; develops and provides health education to the community; maintains related records, documentation, and prepares reports.


Supports the Community Health Improvement Committee; leads and participates in the SHIP Action Teams and related group meetings and activities; works directly with community partners to address the SHIP activities in the areas of work sites, communities, schools, and healthcare organizations.


Collaborates with organizations to address the SHIP grant and SHIP-related community health concerns; advocates for, develops, supports and/or implements policy, systems and environmental changes in the community to develop internal and external partnerships in the community; and provides technical assistance to community partners.

Collaborates with community partners to write grants and leverage additional dollars for SHIP-related projects.


Participates on the Emergency Preparedness Team and assists with other programs and grants of a like or similar nature as the needs of service dictate.

Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.

Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires equivalency of a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Community Planning, Public Policy or related field and two years experience with public health, health promotion or coaching, community based planning and organizing.

Experience with community and systems interventions or health promotion strategies and evaluation preferred. One must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Selection Process

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to the hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

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