Coordinator, Built Environment

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Coordinator, Built Environment

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

14971

Department

Public Health Services

Division

Environmental Public Health

Opening Date

05/09/2025

Closing Date

7/9/2025 11:59 PM Central

Position Description

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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:

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:
The Coordinator, Built Environment serves as a primary Built Environment representative and contact person for various environmental public health initiatives. This position is responsible for initiating and maintaining relationships with community organizations, planning and managing stakeholder engagement activities, and serving as an environmental health representative in community planning initiatives that address safe food and water access in Harris County. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 
  • Develop educational resources on food and water security and access: Create informative materials that emphasize the significance of food and water security addressing various community demographics and needs.
  • Organize community workshops and events: Plan and execute engaging workshops, events, or forums that empower community members to make informed choices about food and water.
  • Advocate for food and water justice and equity: Advocate for policies that address systemic barriers to food and water access such as fresh and waste water infrastructure, engaging with policymakers and community leaders to champion equitable water distribution.  Evaluate the current state of water access, conducting surveys or assessments to identify gaps and target areas needing immediate attention.
  • Monitor and evaluate program impact: Implement metrics to measure the impact of food and water access initiatives, regularly assessing progress and effectiveness, and adapting strategies as needed.
  • Produce high-quality communication plans and technical reports, including data analysis, project outcomes, methodologies, and recommendations.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
  • At least three (3) years of public service experience.
Certifications/Licensure:
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License (TX upon hire). 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA):
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint at an Intermediate level.
  • Understands the organizational mission, ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust.
  • Ability to track and manage grants, budgets, and reporting requirements.
  • Ability to write comprehensive reports for different audiences.
  • Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
  • Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with community groups, residents, county/city staff and professionals from the fields of transportation, planning, engineering, and public health.
  •  Facilitating and participating in collaboratives and coalitions.
  • Initiative and the ability to generate and implement innovative ideas and strategies.

Core Competencies:
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: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.

Preferences

N/A

General Information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work: 

  • Regular, Full-Time.
  • Monday – Friday | 8 am – 5 pm.
  • Must have the ability to work flexible hours including some weekends.  
Work Environment:
  • This position operates in a professional office environment as well as various communities, some of which may be considered high-risk.
Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to bend and stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to drive for extended time periods.
Work Location:
  • Harris County Public Health: 1111 Fannin St. Houston, TX 77002.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.


The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:


Health & Wellness Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan


The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) 
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by department.


In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.


For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
  • High School or GED diploma
  • Associate’s Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
  • N/A; No Degree
02
If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following disciplines best relates to your degree most relevant to this position?
  • Public Health.
  • Other Related Field.
  • Unrelated Field.
  • N/A; No Degree.
03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in public service? (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
  • Less than three (3) years.
  • Three (3) years or more.
  • I do not have this experience.
04
Please provide details about your verifiable experience related to public services. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
05
This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire). Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
  • I have a valid Texas driver’s license.
  • I have a valid driver’s license from another state but can obtain a Texas license upon hire.
  • I do not have a valid driver’s license.

Required Question

Employer
Harris County
Address
1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone
713-274-5445