Human Services Associate - Non-Merit

Tobacco Enforcement Specialist

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.

A non-merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Community Health Services, Department of Health and Human Services. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

NOTE: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision provides tobacco enforcement and tobacco retail education to vendors in Baltimore County. Collaborates and assist 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 DUTIES

• Assists in implementing corrective actions related to problem areas in overall program.
• May act as lead worker.
• Assist Program Manager in development of community grant applications
• Assist 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.

Qualifications

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

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.

Employment Benefits

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working