Health Promotion Coordinator

Public Health Program Coordinator Lewis County, WA $62,820.72 - $84,462.00 Annually Chehalis, WA Full-Time Job Number: 202600066 Department: Public Health and Social Services Division: Community Services Opening Date: 08/07/2026 ClosingDate: 9/27/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: TM02 Essential Functions Under general supervision, promotes community awareness of public health issues; uses quantitative and qualitative data to identify County health trends and community service needs and assets. Plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates public health programs and activities; prepares grant applications and reports; serves as a liaison for the Department in the community by participating on community coalitions, committees, and task forces and promotes public health programs and services. The following duties are the fundamental, crucial job duties performed by this position. This is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that may be assigned. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position. • Serves on local coalitions, regional initiatives or groups. • Coordinates relationships with partners and community organizations. • Provides training to expand capacity of partner organizations. • Promotes and represents programs at community events and at internal activities. • Prepares public exhibits, and distributes brochures, flyers, posters, and other materials for health promotion activities to the public, community agencies, and support groups. • Serves as facilitator in coordinating meetings and distribution of information. • Works with community members to assist with cultural and linguistic educational materials for target populations. • Engages priority populations, partners, and community organizations for participation in the planning process for initiatives to address public health concerns. Defines desired outcomes. Develops program logic models and assists with pilot testing. • Plans, organizes, and conducts community outreach programs, community events, workshops, conferences and discussion groups to promote health education, risk reduction and healthy behaviors. • Identifies County health trends, community service needs and public health education opportunities and priorities; research issues; develops health education and public information programs to meet the needs of the community, with considerations for inherent cultural sensitivity and effective communication of health risks. • Coordinates efforts to identify and expand successful programs to protect and improve the health of the community. • Compiles and maintains records, reports and statistical information; monitors budget and expenditures. • Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, personnel records and County information; complies with the confidentiality standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {U.S.C. § 552A} as amended, and HIPAA policies and procedures. Working Environment / Physical Demands Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves light physical demands and frequent use of a personal computer. This position needs to be able to lift and load lightweight boxes, up to 45lbs, into and out of vehicles at times for presentations and outreach activities outside of the office. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in health education, Public Health or a closely related field; AND three (3) years' experience in public health, medical or social services program. • A valid Driver's License is required. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors) Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of community outreach and engagement as well as health communication. • Grant application process. • Marketing and communications principles and presentation techniques for culturally diverse audiences. • Applicable policies, procedures, and regulations covering public health programs. • Assessment, intervention, and evaluation strategies for public health issues. • Community service agencies and other governmental assistance programs. • Principles of record keeping and records management. • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands. • Business and personal computers, and standard software applications. Skills in: • Group facilitations and public speaking. • Working collaboratively with community partners. • Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse population of community members, medical providers, businesses, schools, community-based agencies, and departmental staff. • Interacting with people of various social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. • Working effectively with others to develop solutions for public health problems. • Maintaining accurate records. • Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and representatives from other City, County, State and Federal agencies. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to: • Learn and follow County policies and procedures. Behaviors: • Regular, reliable attendance. • Collaborate to effectively convey information, active listening, and engage in constructive dialogue. • Adaptability, adjusting to changing needs, embracing new challenges. • Initiative, proactively seeking solutions, taking ownership of tasks. • Professionalism, professional demeanor, respectful communication, follow-through. Benefits Lewis County is an equal opportunity employer that provides access, free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by law in employment or provisions of services. Health Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical coverage—including vision—along with dental and basic life insurance for employees and their families. Multiple medical plan options are available, so you can choose the coverage that best fits your needs. Retirement Plans: Secure your future with enrollment in one of Washington State's Department of Retirement Systems programs: PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF. Both you and the County contribute to your retirement, ensuring long-term financial stability. Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays. Longevity: We recognize and reward your dedication with additional monthly compensation for continuous service milestones. Deferred Compensation: Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars. Public Service Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . Please visit our Employee Benefits webpage for details: 2026 Benefits Accommodations for All Applicants: If you need accommodations during the selection process, we're here to help! Contact our Human Resources Department at (360) 740-2737 or HR@lewiscountywa.gov.