Substance Misuse Prevention Specialist

Nature of Work:

The Substance Misuse Prevention Specialist will utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework, a public health planning model, to implement substance misuse prevention initiatives including providing support, training and technical assistance to prevention coalitions in Anne Arundel County. This professional staff position is responsible for overseeing the four Substance Use Prevention Coalitions of Anne Arundel County through the stages of the Strategic Prevention Framework model including needs assessment, capacity building, strategic planning, implementation and evaluation. The position will provide coordination and technical assistance to the coalitions and oversee community grants for prevention initiatives. This public health professional will develop substance use/misuse prevention materials using health communication strategies and principles. The position requires strong verbal and written skills. The position involves monitoring grants, budgets and reports. The duties of the position require experience in public speaking, use of a personal computer such as Microsoft Office, data collection and analysis, capacity building, strategic planning and implementation of prevention programs.

Experience:

2 years experience with managing public health programs.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications:

Experience monitoring grantees; Experience with
conducting needs assessments, strategic planning and building capacity for public health
programs. Requires travel throughout Anne Arundel County for assigned program activities as
needed. Must provide their own transportation, possess a driver’s license valid in Maryland and
will receive reimbursement for official travel expenses per Department of Health policies.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications can apply.
Send a completed County application or resume to:

Human Resources
3 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401

Fax to 410-222-4392 or email hdrecruiter@aacounty.org.