Public Health Educator / Adolescemt at State of Maine in Augusta, ME

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Health Educator III

Opening Date: May 13, 2026

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

Job Class Code: 4374

Grade: 23 (Professional & Technical)

Salary: $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 per year

Position Number: 02000-2649

Location: Augusta, ME

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. 

Core Responsibilities:

The Public Health Educator III position conducts Vaccines for Children (VFC) quality assurance visits, and evaluations of health care facilities and provider offices enrolled in the VFC and Adult program. In this position, you will disseminate compliance and best practice health information to provider office staff in compliance with federal and state VFC program guidelines. You will serve as the Adolescent Vaccine Coordinator for the Maine Immunization Program and assist with program operations.

You will also:

• Conduct quality assurance site visits for the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program

• Disseminate compliance and best practice health information; and providing technical assistance
• Support implementation and compliance with state and federal immunization guidelines
• Provide immunization education and recommendations for all age groups
• Enroll and support providers that offer immunizations
• Provide field education and customer service calls from the public and Providers regarding vaccines and immunizations.
• Develop curriculum, provide training and education and provide technical assistance to Providers to ensure that storage, handling, and documentation of vaccines are in accordance with the Maine Immunization Program requirements.
• Assist with completing the Cooperative Agreement reports as needed.
• Attend annual conferences and health fairs
• Host educational webinars and trainings
• Other duties related to position as they arise.

 Preferred candidates will also have:  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of vaccine schedules
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change
• Experience in outreach and collaboration skills are essential

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Community Health Education, Health Education and two (2) years’ experience in community or health education program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.  Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

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Agency information: 

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

This position will be located at the Augusta Office, and will require regular travel throughout assigned counties.

Application Information:

For questions about this position, please contact Amanda.Luciano@maine.gov

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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