Description

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, the DeKalb County Board of Health works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbhealth.net.

We Are Accepting Applications For The Following Position

Communications Specialist/Deputy PIO (10297)

LOCATION: Richardson Health Center

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Office of Communications and Media Relations

SALARY INFORMATION: $50,000 Annually / Pay Grade I / Job Code GSP403

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Communications and Media Relations Manager, assists in the planning, development and implementation of communications and media relations functions for the DeKalb County Board of Health’s programs and services. Develops informational publications and presentations. In the absence of, or at the designation of the Communications and Media Relations Manager and/or the District Health Director, this position will serve as the Public Information Officer for the agency.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of communications or related experience

Four years of communications or related experience

One year of experience required at the lower-level Communications Spec 1 (GSP040) or position equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with print or broadcast news experience or previous communications and media relations experience within healthcare/public health/government. Professional level experience with event planning and managing press conferences. Demonstrated experience in writing correspondence, research reports, and/or speeches. Demonstrated excellent communication skills. Ability to develop a communication plan and to implement marketing and public relations projects. Additional Information

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DCBOH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.

Employment with the DeKalb County Board of Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph?location[0]=dekalb%20county&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Anibel.Porraz@dph.ga.gov.

THE DEKALB COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Communications Specialist/Deputy Public Information Officer