Education/Training Specialist III

The Education and Training Specialist III supports the Tobacco Program within the Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Program by providing evidence-based smoking cessation interventions (including counseling and support) to tobacco-dependent individuals, based on their tobacco use history and current tobacco status.

About This Role

Lead the ATTAC-IT Afternoon of Learning Program

• Collaborate with the UF faculty planning committee from the five core health professions colleges to develop curriculum, regular communication and planning meetings, and coordination with instructional designers.
• Manage all logistical aspects of the program, including virtual webinars, create content in Canvas, update presentations and modules with current tobacco cessation research, and distribute program materials.
• Manages student assignment coordination, leads training sessions for volunteers and facilitators, and performs post-event analysis and evaluation to guide continuous program enhancement.

Manage the AHEC Recognition Program

• Manage this program for UF Health providers who refer patients to Tobacco Free Florida cessation services.
• Create UF Health provider patient outcome reports to support continued engagement and expand referral activity.
• Supports tobacco systems change efforts across UF Health hospitals and clinics by providing referral and brief intervention training for healthcare professionals.
• Assists in delivering educational presentations to promote tobacco cessation referrals and public health initiatives.
• Provides continuing education (CE/CME) opportunities for healthcare professionals to enhance their knowledge and effectiveness in tobacco cessation and public health strategies.

Build Strong Strategic Partnerships

• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare professionals, clinics, and the campus community to promote tobacco cessation services through targeted outreach and engagement efforts.
• Outreach may include tabling events, delivering campus-based marketing communication, and managing social media posts.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual workshops on tobacco dependence treatment, with customized content for clinical departments, behavioral health providers, counseling centers, and student health services.
• Serve as UF AHEC’s representative in coalitions and working groups dedicated to tobacco control and health promotion.
• Participate in marketing meetings and oversee the submission of quarterly marketing materials for staff use, ensuring alignment with DOH guidelines and outreach goals.
• Lead strategic updates and continuous improvements to the UF AHEC websites to enhance user experience and content relevance.

• Maintain and disseminate patient education resources and clinical practice guidelines to enhance engagement.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and reports outcomes to guide continuous improvements.
• Assist in instructing student medical lectures and external tobacco cessation facilitators through presentations and group discussion.
• Serve as a backup Tobacco Treatment Specialist facilitator for the tobacco cessation program.

Data Reporting

• Assist the Assistant Director in preparing quarterly data reports for submission to the Department of Health, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Oversee the collection of faculty reports to meet contract requirements tied to interprofessional education initiatives and College of Medicine student training lectures, maintaining compliance and supporting program accountability.
• Collaborates with UF faculty to integrate tobacco cessation education and referral strategies into the
  College of Medicine’s Preceptorship Program.
• Assess training needs and measure program effectiveness through surveys, interviews, and direct engagement with leadership, offering data-informed recommendations to enhance outcomes and support continuous improvement.

$60,000-$67,000 annually; commensurate with education and experience.

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Master’s degree in Health Education and Behavior, Public Health, Nursing, or a closely related field.
• Experience in a relevant health discipline with a demonstrated interest in tobacco prevention and
• cessation initiatives.
• Experienced in instructional roles, including facilitation of group sessions or educational programs.
• Strong communication abilities paired with proficient computer skills.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional interpersonal skills and a proven ability to foster effective working
• relationships.
• Self-driven and collaborative team contributor.
• Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS).

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.