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09/21/2020
Health Communication Specialist
Ross County Health District
(Grant Funded)
The Ross County Health District is actively seeking a motivated Health Communication Specialist (HCS) to join our team as a member of the Administration Division. The HCS will assist the health district with communication, messaging, outreach, and graphic design needs.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Health Commissioner, the Health Communication Specialist plans, organizes and implements all communication, marketing, graphic design and media relations activities for the department to assure a comprehensive approach to promote and raise awareness about the programs and services provided by Ross County Health District. They establish and continue positive relationships with the public and mass media on behalf of RCHD as designated. The Health Communication Specialist focuses on providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of Ross County Health District.
Pay Range: $20.56-$24.67/hour- 40 Hours/Week
Hours: Full-time, non-Exempt, non-classified, Occasional weekend or afterhours required
Benefits: Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), paid holidays; paid vacation (based on time in public service); paid sick leave; paid personal leave; health insurance; vision/ dental insurance, wellness incentives
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree Communication, Graphic Design, Journalism, or related field.
- One to three (1-3) years of experience required and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and accuracy, customer service skills, ability to learn new information quickly.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with staff members, public officials, representatives, and other stakeholders and communicate effectively with various audiences (both in writing and verbally).
- Ability to prepare informative and accurate reports on program progress.
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy. And ability to pass a BCI Background Check and Drug Screening.
To apply: Email your resume, cover letter, and any supporting documents to: Ms. Donna Atchison, Administrative Assistant – Human Resources email address: datchison@rosscountyhealth.org
For questions: Contact Garrett Guillozet, Health Commissioner by calling 740-779-9667 or email gguillozet@rosscountyhealth.org.
Position open until filled. A full position description can be seen on our website at rosscountyhealth.org/careers
The Ross County Health District, as an equal opportunity employer, strives to hire and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the culture and demographics of the population we serve.
