Human Services Associate - Non-Merit

Tobacco Enforcement SpecialistUnder general supervision provides tobacco enforcement and tobacco retail education to vendors in Baltimore County. Collaborates and assists in monitoring of community and faith-based organizations and schools including college and universities awarded grants to develop and coordinate health-related messaging around tobacco use. Provides outreach and education to public regarding the health impact of tobacco use.Works collaboratively with organizations seeking and awarded grant funds to provide tobacco education to individuals at highest risk to youth initiation and chronic disease related to tobacco use.Assist in developing community grant applications focusing on prevention and cessation of tobacco and nicotine use, particularly related to electronic smoking devices.Provides outreach both individual and group health education.Provides assistance to various community/faith-based organizations and schools regarding health messaging and community outreach.Attends meetings and training sessions.Conducts tobacco enforcement and tobacco education within Baltimore County.Attends tobacco hearings related to enforcement of tobacco regulations.Monitors and evaluates tobacco enforcement and retailer education with the goal of reducing underage access to tobacco products.Attends court arraignments and hearings as needed.Prepares statistical and summary reports as requested.EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIESAssists in implementing corrective actions related to problem areas in overall program.May act as lead worker.Assist Program Manager in development of community grant applicationsAssist and facilitate trainings to community organizations seeking grants related to tobacco/nicotine prevention and cessation resources.Provide outreach and education to increase awareness and knowledge related to health conditions causes by tobacco/nicotine use.May transport other enforcement personnel and perform field visits.Assists tobacco retailers, community-based organizations and schools to understand enforcement, education and health messaging related to tobacco purchasing and use.Performs other related duties as required.Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science. Current drivers license (Experience as described in essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level): Knowledge of the theories and principles of human behavior, growth and development, mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, and problems related to socioeconomic factors. Basic knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to tobacco enforcement, community-based outreach and health-related messaging and education to individuals and groups. Writing skill necessary to complete forms, legal documents and records, and reports. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to conduct tobacco enforcement and retail education. Ability to make appropriate referrals. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others. Ability to appropriately handle hostile individuals and those experiencing a crisis. Ability to understand the rules and procedures of the courts and criminal justice system. Ability to interpret Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines for human services professionals. Ability to read and understand professional journals and other publications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred): Knowledge of the organization and role of assigned program within the County and State structure. Knowledge of community resources and support groups available to clients. Knowledge and understanding of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines including those of the courts and criminal justice system. Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to performance of duties. Skill in public speaking Skill related to development of community grants process Skill in conducting tobacco enforcement independently. Skill in making appropriate referrals related to tobacco enforcement and prevention education. Skill in handling hostile individuals. Skill in crisis intervention. Skill in outreach and education. Skill in working collaboratively with multiple agencies to create and promote health related education and messaging. Ability to lead and instruct other workers within the program.Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. Mail or deliver documents to ATTN: Human Services Associate - Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Conditions of Employment Physical and Environmental Conditions These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.