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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Assists in the development and implementation of community health education programs, including the identification of health education needs, program objectives, campaigns, and action plans. Coordinates and helps deliver health promotion, outreach activities, and educational events.
- Provides health education outreach in collaboration with community partners by coordinating schedules and promoting programs to the community.
- Represents the program at community events, workshops, and outreach activities to deliver health information and promote healthy behaviors.
- Identifies, collaborates with, and engages community-recommended guest experts to support evidence-based health education initiatives.
- Educates families about available social support services and facilitates appropriate referrals to promote overall health and well-being.
- Recruits, trains, and coordinates volunteers to support health education activities and community outreach efforts.
- Coordinates and supports the planning and implementation of health education programs and community-based events, ensuring alignment with program goals and public health priorities.
- Assists with the development of health education and promotion curricula and other educational materials including flyers, brochures, videos, fact sheets, social media, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, or other related field.
Job Category
Staff
Advertised Salary
$45,000-$50,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Expanded Background Check
Other Information
- Must attend meetings off campus and occasionally attend functions on weekends and evening.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University.
- Travel to FIU Campus.
- This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g. a grant or contract).
How To Apply Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How to Claim Vet Preference
Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:
- Veterans with a VA service-connected disability.
- Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability.
- Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
- Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability.
- A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.
If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.
Disclosures Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305-348-2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Assists in the development and implementation of community health education programs, including the identification of health education needs, program objectives, campaigns, and action plans. Coordinates and helps deliver health promotion, outreach activities, and educational events.
- Provides health education outreach in collaboration with community partners by coordinating schedules and promoting programs to the community.
- Represents the program at community events, workshops, and outreach activities to deliver health information and promote healthy behaviors.
- Identifies, collaborates with, and engages community-recommended guest experts to support evidence-based health education initiatives.
- Educates families about available social support services and facilitates appropriate referrals to promote overall health and well-being.
- Recruits, trains, and coordinates volunteers to support health education activities and community outreach efforts.
- Coordinates and supports the planning and implementation of health education programs and community-based events, ensuring alignment with program goals and public health priorities.
- Assists with the development of health education and promotion curricula and other educational materials including flyers, brochures, videos, fact sheets, social media, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Health, or other related field.
Job Category
Staff
Advertised Salary
$45,000-$50,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Expanded Background Check
Other Information
- Must attend meetings off campus and occasionally attend functions on weekends and evening.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University.
- Travel to FIU Campus.
- This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g. a grant or contract).
How To Apply Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How to Claim Vet Preference
Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:
- Veterans with a VA service-connected disability.
- Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability.
- Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
- Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability.
- A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.
If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.
Disclosures Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305-348-2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Health Educator
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM certification requires your degree to match the job description exactly. A master's in public health supports EB-2 eligibility, while a bachelor's in health education typically satisfies EB-3. Mismatched credentials are a common denial trigger that delays your green card timeline by months.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and large county health departments file PERM applications far more often than smaller nonprofits. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which organizations have sponsored Health Educator roles before approaching them about sponsorship.
Request CHED certification documentation early
Many Health Educator positions require or strongly prefer Certified Health Education Specialist credentials. Gathering your CHES documentation and degree equivalency evaluations before the PERM process begins prevents delays when your employer's attorney requests supporting evidence during the audit phase.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filtering job postings by green card sponsorship history saves weeks of manual research. Migrate Mate surfaces Health Educator roles at employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship records, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is an established practice, not a first-time experiment.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating offers
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your specific Health Educator role by location and experience level. Look up your position using OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer must pay at or above that wage throughout the PERM and green card process, and underpaying disqualifies the petition.
Confirm your employer will bridge status during I-485 processing
Adjustment of status processing after I-140 approval can take one to two years or longer depending on your country of birth. Confirm before signing your offer letter that your employer will maintain your underlying work authorization and file timely extensions while USCIS adjudicates your I-485.
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Find Health Educator JobsHealth Educator Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Health Educator jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on how the employer defines the role. Positions requiring a master's degree in public health, community health, or health education qualify for EB-2. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree qualify for EB-3. The employer's job description and minimum requirements, not your personal credentials, determine which category the PERM application targets. Overqualification does not move you into a higher category.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Health Educators?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and the EB-2 or EB-3 pathway leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization period. Unlike the H-1B, there is no annual lottery for EB-3 petitions and no randomized selection process. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status process typically takes two to four years, compared to a faster H-1B approval for temporary status. The result, however, is a path to a green card rather than a renewable visa.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for Health Educator roles?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role at the prevailing wage. This requires a formal recruitment campaign, typically including job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices, conducted before filing. DOL then reviews the application, which can take six months to over a year. Any audit by DOL extends that timeline. You cannot initiate this process yourself; the employer must lead it.
Where should I search for Health Educator jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards do not filter by sponsorship type or history, which means sorting through hundreds of listings manually. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter for Health Educator roles at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings before significantly increases the likelihood they will sponsor again and already have immigration counsel in place.
Can a nonprofit or public health agency sponsor a Health Educator for a green card?
Yes. Nonprofits, county health departments, hospital systems, and federally qualified health centers all file PERM applications and sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 green cards. Nonprofit status does not exempt an employer from prevailing wage requirements or the PERM recruitment process. Some smaller organizations may be unfamiliar with the process, so asking early in the interview stage whether they have existing immigration counsel is a practical way to gauge their capacity to sponsor.
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