Entry Level Education Specialist Jobs
New grad education specialist jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to a field where strong internship work or a well-built portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like Tarte Cosmetics, Lynker, and Klaviyo hiring at this level now.
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- 503933
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Sep 8 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Amanda Blair, (575) 646-4045, agalliva@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: Help shape the future of student well-being at New Mexico State University. As a member of the newly established Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs team, you'll develop innovative health education programs, inspire healthy choices, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aggies every day.
Position Details
Position Title: Health Education Specialist
College/Division: Provost Office
Department: 523000-STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $43,908.80 (Commensurate with qualifications.)
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Some weekend and evening work expectations
Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Health Education Specialist supports the mission of Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs by developing and delivering evidence-informed health promotion and prevention initiatives that empower students to make healthy decisions, build resilience, and thrive academically and personally. Reporting to the Director of Prevention & Well-Being Programs, the position leads educational programming focused on nutrition, healthy lifestyles, stress management, and general wellness while collaborating with the unit's interdisciplinary prevention team on initiatives addressing alcohol and other drug prevention, mental health promotion, hazing prevention, interpersonal violence prevention, healthy relationships, and student well-being. The position engages students through outreach, peer education, campus partnerships, and innovative health promotion strategies that foster a culture of wellness, safety, and personal responsibility.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Psychology, Nutrition, or a closely related field. Experience in health promotion or peer education (internships or volunteer work acceptable). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups. Experience and interest in working in a college health and wellness environment.
Experience in event coordination, workshop facilitation, or social media health messaging. Familiarity with college student health issues and trends.
Special Certification/Licensure:
CPR certification
Enrollment in or completion of Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- 503933
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Sep 8 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Amanda Blair, (575) 646-4045, agalliva@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: Help shape the future of student well-being at New Mexico State University. As a member of the newly established Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs team, you'll develop innovative health education programs, inspire healthy choices, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aggies every day.
Position Details
Position Title: Health Education Specialist
College/Division: Provost Office
Department: 523000-STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $43,908.80 (Commensurate with qualifications.)
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Some weekend and evening work expectations
Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Health Education Specialist supports the mission of Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs by developing and delivering evidence-informed health promotion and prevention initiatives that empower students to make healthy decisions, build resilience, and thrive academically and personally. Reporting to the Director of Prevention & Well-Being Programs, the position leads educational programming focused on nutrition, healthy lifestyles, stress management, and general wellness while collaborating with the unit's interdisciplinary prevention team on initiatives addressing alcohol and other drug prevention, mental health promotion, hazing prevention, interpersonal violence prevention, healthy relationships, and student well-being. The position engages students through outreach, peer education, campus partnerships, and innovative health promotion strategies that foster a culture of wellness, safety, and personal responsibility.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Psychology, Nutrition, or a closely related field. Experience in health promotion or peer education (internships or volunteer work acceptable). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups. Experience and interest in working in a college health and wellness environment.
Experience in event coordination, workshop facilitation, or social media health messaging. Familiarity with college student health issues and trends.
Special Certification/Licensure:
CPR certification
Enrollment in or completion of Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
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Entry Level Education Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level education specialist job?
Entry level education specialist employers look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on experience with instruction, curriculum support, or learning program coordination, even if that experience came through student teaching, internships, or volunteer work. A portfolio showing lesson plans, training materials, or program outcomes gives you a concrete edge. Tailoring your application to the specific setting, whether K-12, corporate training, or nonprofit, strengthens your candidacy at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level education specialists?
Companies hiring entry level education specialists right now include Tarte Cosmetics, Lynker, and Klaviyo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of school districts, edtech companies, workforce development organizations, and corporate learning and development teams actively building out junior roles.
Are there remote entry level education specialist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level openings are still on-site or hybrid. About 6% of entry level education specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote roles more common in edtech, online learning platforms, and corporate instructional design teams than in traditional school or community settings.
Are these new grad education specialist jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior education specialist roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts internship hours, student teaching, or a strong portfolio in place of full professional experience, making them accessible to candidates stepping into the field for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level education specialists?
Entry Level education specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive the most junior hiring because they maintain ongoing needs for instructional support, onboarding coordination, and learning program delivery that entry level candidates can take on with the right foundational training.