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05/09/2025

Communications Coordinator

Clermont County Public Health

Communications Coordinator

 

Type:  Full-Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: $55,478 – $64,000

Deadline to Apply:  May 23, 2025

 

This position is for the Clermont County Public Health Communications Coordinator.

 

Clermont County Public Health is an excellent place for energetic self-starters and offers generous fringe and benefits. We strive to protect the public’s health by preventing the spread of disease and working with the community to educate and promote good health practices. Public health is a stable work environment, relatively unaffected by economic fluctuations. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Duties:

Key duties include developing and disseminating marketing, educational, and public health materials across multiple platforms, including news releases, social media, newsletters, the agency website, and special publications. The role manages media relations, coordinates news conferences, and ensures timely and appropriate engagement on social media. It also involves planning and attending public events, supporting staff with communications needs, and overseeing branding compliance. This position serves as the agency’s Public Information Officer and is responsible for leading emergency and non-emergency communications. The position uses a variety of technology tools such as MS Office, SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and web-based programs to enhance communication efforts. 

 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Multi-Media, Public Relations, Public Health, Health Education, or any combination of equivalent education, training, and/or experience.  Previous experience in communications is preferred. Must be proficient with communications and design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, video editing software, content management software). Must be able to work independently and generate original content. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Required to have regular and predictable attendance.

 

Fringe & Benefits: 

Benefits & Fringe Package Value: $17,578 to $42,903

Clermont County Public Health offers a generous fringe and benefits package to all full-time employees:

 

• Sign-On Bonus- New Employees receive a one-time $500 sign-on bonus after completing their 180-day probationary period. After one year of service, staff will receive an additional $1,000 bonus.

• Anniversary Bonus- All staff receive a bonus on their five year anniversaries ranging from $1,000 to $1,500.

 

• Attractive Schedule- We follow an attractive work schedule of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with the option of a four-day (10 hr/day) workweek once the probationary period is complete.

 

• Remote Work Option- This position can work remotely one to two days a week after the probationary period.

 

• Paid Leave (312-983 hours per year)
• Vacation- Vacation starts at two weeks annually with up to 6 weeks per year at 20 years of service.
• Sick- Sick leave accrues at 4.6 hours per 80-hour pay period, which amounts to 15 days per year.
• Holiday- CCPH observes thirteen paid holidays.
• Volunteer Time- All staff are given 16 hours paid leave each year to volunteer locally.
• Personal Leave- Full-time employees earn one personal day per year.
• Parental Leave- After one year of employment, employees are eligible for eight weeks of paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Military Leave- National Guard, Defense Corps, Naval Militia, and all U.S Armed Forces reserve members are authorized up to 176 hours of paid leave per calendar year for training purposes.
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – All employees contribute 10% of their salary to PERS, and the agency contributes 14%. The agency estimated value based on the above salary range from $7,767 to $8,960 annually. Employees do not pay federal social security tax from income; all contributions go directly towards PERS.
• Deferred Compensation Plans– Employees may contribute to tax-deferred supplemental retirement accounts. 
• Tuition Assistance Program – CCPH offers tuition assistance to all employees after one year of service, up to 90% reimbursement.
• Student Loan Forgiveness- Public service employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Sick Leave Rewards- Employees with low sick leave usage traditionally receive an annual sick leave bonus of up to $800. They are also eligible for quarterly drawings, which could earn up to an additional $240 per year.
• Health Insurance – Employees may choose coverage from single to full family benefits based on eligibility. Depending on the selection, the agency pays 81% - 87% of coverage. The value of health insurance ranges from $8,797 to $26,291 annually. In addition, employees selecting high deductible plans can receive $600 – $1,200 per year for a health savings account.
• Dental Insurance – Optional for employees to pick up, for $13.78 – $49.15 per pay period.
• Vision Insurance – Optional for employees to pick up, at $2.80 – $8.07 per pay period.
• Life Insurance – Agency provides $25,000 in life insurance, with no charge to employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance – Employees may purchase up to $250,000 for employees, $100,000 for spouses, and $20,000 for children. 
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance – Coverage is available to be picked up by the employee.
• Long-term Disability – Agency picks up the first five years until the employee becomes vested in PERS.

 

Contact Information:

All applicants must submit their application online at www.ccphohio.org/careers and follow the application instructions. Resumes and cover letters sent directly to the Public Health office cannot be accepted; they must be uploaded through the website. For general questions regarding the position, please email Julianne Nesbit, Health Commissioner, jnesbit@clermontcountyohio.gov.   

 

Additional Information:

Clermont County Public Health is an equal-opportunity employer. All employees must abide by a tobacco, nicotine, and marijuana (medical and recreational) free lifestyle at all times. Applicants are tested initially and are subject to testing according to agency policies. Applicants will be selected for interviews based on qualifications and the quality of resumes and cover letters. Upon a conditional job offer, successful applicants must complete a criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and driving record check. 

 

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