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SENIOR TRAINER


Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested
 
PN: 39682
Division: Public Health Branch
Section: Bureau of HIV/STI & Viral Hepatitis Prevention
Location: 8000 N. Stadium Dr., Houston, TX 77054
Workdays & Hours:  Monday - Friday 8am-5pm*
 *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  •  Prepare, conduct and facilitate HIV/STD general and specialized training sessions for educational development for Houston Health Department (HHD) employees, HHD funded Community Based Organizations and community members.
  • Ensure outcome evaluations are completed after each training session to ensure materials being provided are up to date, relevant and feedback is received from training participants.
  • Assist in the development of curriculum training manuals and other instructional HIV/STI training materials. 
  • Consults with other HIV/STI capacity-building assistance programs to facilitate trainings. 
  • Work collaboratively with Bureau leadership in the facilitation of prevention task forces, community advisory groups and other community engagement efforts.
  • Apply appropriate behavioral theories and evidence-based models to plan, organize, implement and evaluate health education and health promotion programming in various settings including churches, CBO’s, community planning groups, civic groups and other city departments whenever possible.  
  • Perform evaluation activities including but not limited to applying and adapting appropriate data collection instruments, collecting and managing data, preparing reports and participating in quality assurance activities. 
  • Utilize various inter-disciplinary, communication and marketing techniques to promote and disseminate actionable health and wellness information and advocate for health equity.

WORKING CONDITIONS 
The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS  
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 
Three years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom setting and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required. Pertinent training experience on a professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. 

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS  
Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston policy of driving. 


Qualifications

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

•Working knowledge of HIV (history, epidemiological profile, transmission, prevention, treatment, sociopolitical issues)
•Demonstrated experience working in the HIV prevention, care and/or treatment field
•Excellent written, oral, presentation, facilitation and interpersonal skills
•Demonstrated experience working with professional and clinical staff
•Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to work comfortably with communities highly impacted by HIV.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None; however, the department may administer a skills assessment review.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO


SALARY INFORMATION - GRANT FUNDED POSITION
Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred.     
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.  The minimum to midpoint of this salary range is:

Salary Range - Pay Grade 21   
                                 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES 
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832.393.4882.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. 

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Date Posted
10/01/2026
Job Reference
39682
Organization
Houston Health Department
Location
Houston, TX
Category
Physical/Occupational Therapy
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