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Lead Abatement Information Coordinator



Job Description

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.

                                                                                 This is a grant-funded position.

Our Values: 
HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve community's health and well-being. 
  • Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them. 
  • Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
  • Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
  • Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
  • Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview: 

The Lead Abatement Information Coordinator will be responsible for active outreach and education of youth, service providers, community partners, and the public on lead hazards. This position will assist in the recruitment of lead abatement participants and the coordination of lead abatement application submittal.  Under the supervision of the Lead Abatement Supervisor, individuals in this position will maintain relationships with collaborative partners and cultivate new ones. This position will also assist in developing program materials, guidelines and training. This position will develop and implement targeted population-based interventions and manage the calendar for education and outreach events and opportunities. The Lead Abatement Information Coordinator will also work with the Lead Supervisors in data management, evaluation, and reporting. This position will also be responsible for submitting a request for outreach supplies and updating the program's calendar.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

  • Serves as an English/Spanish interpreter for clients and staff members during home visits. 
  • Assist in the completion and submittal of lead abatement applications.
  •  Provides outreach and education at client's home, health fairs, schools, day care centers, clinics and other community sites in high-risk target areas. 
  • Performs presentations educating public about the dangers of lead and the services provided by the Lead Abatement Programs. 
  •  Represents the Environmental Public Health at community stakeholder meetings.

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:

  • High School Diploma/GED. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Understands the organizational mission
  •  Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust. 
  • Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
  • Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group. 
  • Establishes collaborative relationships and projects to improve quality and address needs. 
  • Ability to adapt to change. 
  • Uses sound judgment. 
  • Self-motivated. 
  • Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity. 
  • Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. 
  •  Demonstrates written and verbal English competency. 
  • Able to read and follow directions. 

Core Competencies:

  • Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

  • Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

  • Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

  • Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.

  • Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.


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.

Qualifications

Language:

  • Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred). 
Experience: 
  • Two (2) years of community outreach experience (preferred). 

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work

  • Full-Time | Grant Funded Position
  • Monday – Friday | 8 am – 5 pm
  • Other days and hours as necessary. 

Work Environment   

  • Primarily in a field environment, though some office time is necessary for the administrative tasks such as processing documents related to each lead abatement project. 
  • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to stand for an extended period of time.  Light lifting and bending may be required throughout the course of the assigned duties and tasks. 

Work Location:

  • 1111 Fannin St. Houston, TX 77002
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Date Posted
05/26/2026
Job Reference
16225
Organization
Public Health Services, Environmental Public Health
Location
Harris County, TX
Category
Data Science
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