Community Health Operations Technician

Overview

Position Description If you’re looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health
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Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview
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The Community Health Operations Technician supports the delivery of public health services by performing operational and logistical functions essential to program continuity. This position is responsible for the safe management and timely transport of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, supplies, equipment, and materials; supporting mobile and site-based operations; and assisting with logistics during routine operations, surge activities, and emergency response situations. The role contributes to maintaining continuity, readiness, and efficiency across Community Health and Wellness Division services.

• Performs transportation and logistical support activities for public health operations, including the movement and management of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, supplies, equipment, and materials between locations.
• Supports mobile, site-based, and field operations by ensuring required materials are delivered, staged, and returned as needed.
• Handles, transports, and monitors materials in accordance with established safety, handling, and storage protocols, including temperature-sensitive items when applicable.
• Completes basic documentation related to deliveries, inventory movement, and operational activities.
• Assists with operational readiness during surge periods, special events, and emergency response activities, including rapid redeployment or relocation of materials.
• Maintains vehicle readiness through routine inspections, cleanliness, and reporting of maintenance or safety issues.
• Coordinates with staff, supervisors, and program teams to support daily operational needs and address logistical issues.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Six (6) months of experience in logistics, operations support, transportation, or a related field

Licensure/Certification s

• Valid Texas Driver License

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic logistics, transportation, and operational support principles
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety guidelines, and operational protocols
• Ability to safely operate county vehicles and equipment in compliance with applicable policies and regulations
• Ability to handle materials and equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, schedules, and operational needs
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with others
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a variety of work environments

• Organizational Leadership
  • Understands the organizational mission
  • Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
  • Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
• Collaboration
  • Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
  • Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
  • Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs
• Innovation
  • Ability to adapt to change
• Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
  • Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
  • Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
  • Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
  • Uses sound judgment
  • Self-motivated
  • Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity
• Communication
  • Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Note
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Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
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This is a full-time position funded through special revenue.

• Typical work hours are 8 am to 5 pm, but may vary to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or extended hours based on operational needs, special events, or emergency response activities.

Work Environment
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Work is performed in a combination of office, clinic, mobile,…