Public Health Educator - Communicable Disease

Public Health Educator

• Communicable Disease Wake County Government
• 3.8 Raleigh, NC Job Details $26.54
• $41.

59 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Health education for children Spreadsheets Public health communication strategies Content editing Word embeddings Mid-level Analysis skills Bachelor's degree in English Bachelor's degree Public Health Collaboration with community partners Emergency response readiness Group education sessions for patient education Working with families Educational program planning Document quality checks Bachelor's degree in public health Productivity software English Community relationship building Infectious disease control education 2 years Specialization in health and wellness instruction Communication skills Teaching Full Job Description What You'll Be Doing The Communicable Disease

• Public Health Educator provides health education resources and programming to help individuals, families, and communities prevent and control communicable diseases.

This position collaborates closely with Communicable Disease Program nursing staff and provides education on a wide range of communicable disease topics including Lyme disease, rabies, syphilis, tuberculosis, measles, and more. The Communicable Disease Public Health Educator will: Conduct in-service and community-based educational programs on communicable disease topics Develop communicable disease educational materials for the public, healthcare providers, community organizations, and local government Attend community meetings and health fairs to understand community issues and build relationships with community members Teach classes or otherwise disseminates health information to school groups, community groups, families, and individuals in a manner consistent with cultural norms

NOTE:

This is a Wake County Public Health position and influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law. This position actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours About Our Team At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree Two years of job-related experience Equivalent education and experience are accepted Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Health Communications, English, Public Health, or a related field How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Excellent verbal and written communications skills Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external management Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills required Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel Excellent proof-reading skills and the ability to quickly check documents for accuracy, clarity, and consistency

About This Position Location:

Public Health Building Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type:

Regular Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri, 8:30am

• 5:15pm

Hiring Range:

26.54

• 34.

06 per hour

Market Range:

26.54

• 41.

59 Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date:

7:00 pm on 6/17/2026