Health Educator

Job Opportunity

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Health Educator! In this role, you will be involved in creating, implementing, and evaluating public health education programs and materials, collaborating with diverse community groups to promote public health initiatives, and advising departmental staff on educational techniques and community resources. Responsibilities also include organizing health-focused events, crafting publicity materials, conducting training programs, reviewing educational resources for relevance, maintaining reports, staying updated on health education topics, and potentially supervising interns and staff.

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position is:
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public health or related field, and two years of community health education experience. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and one year of supervisory experience is desirable. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) can be substituted for one year of community health education experience. Other requirements:
Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record. In addition to the qualifications mentioned above, the ideal candidate will be a community focused individual, knowledgeable of the eight areas of responsibility and competencies for Health Education Specialists.

The candidate should also be well versed in experiential and adult learning theories as well as behavior change theories and models. CHES certification is highly desirable.

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on August 24, 2026 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:

• Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents

• Review of Supplemental Questionnaire

• Written Exam (tentatively scheduled for the week of September 14, 2026)

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate.

Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations:
The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr at the time of application.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.