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09/04/2019

Communication Specialist

Franklin County Public Health

Why Work Here? Be Valued!

As a public service agency, we know our greatest assets are the people behind the service. We recognize the value of our employees through competitive pay and an amazing benefit package for staff and their family. Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.

The FCPH value statement says it all: We serve our communities, our organization, and each other with Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Respect and Humility.

Franklin County Public Health provides:

• Schedules to support a work/life balance.
• Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and a flexible spending account.
• Life insurance, short and long term disability options are also offered.
• Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• And much more!

NOW HIRING: Communication Specialist (Grant-funded)The Communication Specialist plans, organizes and implements communication, marketing and media relations activities for the department to assure a comprehensive approach to promote and raise awareness about the programs and services provided by Franklin County Public Health. The Communication Specialist focuses on providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of Franklin County Public Health.

Duties include:

• Write and proof material for press releases, presentations, legislative materials, talking points, marketing materials, web copy and internal communications.
• Schedule and conduct media interviews and appearances.
• Coordinate social media efforts for FCPH programs and initiatives, including updates and responses.
• Serve as PIO (or Lead PIO) for public health emergencies and other situations as designated.

Requirements:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism or a related field.
• One to three (1-3) years of experience required and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and accuracy, customer service skills, ability to learn new information quickly.
• Willing to work occasional overtime, some weekend work could be required but not typical.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, and be insurable through FCPH’s provider; some evening and weekend hours required.  
• Non-smoker.

Hiring Salary: $23.28/hour - $29.11/hour. This is a non-exempt position.  

Interested applicants should send:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. FCPH application (located: www.myfcph.org/careers)
4. Examples of work product (press release, marketing materials, etc.)TO: fcphjobs@franklincountyohio.gov with subject “Communication Specialist”OR: Franklin County Public Health280 East Broad Street
   Columbus, Ohio 43215-4562
5. Attn: Human Resources (Communication Specialist)

Deadline for Applying: Internal applicants (September 9, 2019); External applicants (September 20, 2019)                                       

 No phone calls please. Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. Learn more at www.MyFCPH.org.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon funding availability.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.

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