Health Educator - Health Program Specialist II

Under the general direction of the OLPPP Chief, the Bilingual Health Program Specialist II has primary responsibility in OLPPP for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of complex multilingual outreach, education, and training materials and methods and the development of a comprehensive communication plan. Works closely with other OLPPP staff designing and implementing special intervention projects which address high-visibility lead-related hazards in vulnerable, hard-to-reach employer and worker populations; has primary responsibility for the design and conduct of the educational and evaluation components of these projects.

Provides expert advice and guidance to the OLPPP and OHB Chiefs on Departmental web policies and standards and represents OHB on Departmental website task forces. Oversees all aspects of lead-related web pages and coordinates with Cal/OSHA on cross-posting of lead-related program materials.

Follows state and federal legislation relevant to occupational health and safety outreach and education, and prepares bill analyses and budget change proposals when appropriate. Recommends language for Cal/OSHA regulations and health standards in the areas of worker training and hazard communication.

Coordinates the activities of other OHB staff in the area of multilingual communications and serves as a branch-wide expert on translation of educational materials.

The position reports directly to the Chief, Occupational Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (OLPPP).