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Communications Specialist Intern
Job ID 11695
Job Type Community and Industry
Employer NW Georgia Health District
Date Posted Jul 02, 2025
Category Community & Industry - General
Job Description
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 Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
 
 What we offer. As a member of the team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

 

Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play

  • Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
  • Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
  • Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
  • Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
  • Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you 
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Join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. 

Job Requirements

 

 

Job Responsibilities

This position is located at the Northwest Georgia Public Health District Office in Rome, Georgia. This position is an unclassified hourly position working 20 hours per week. Please complete you online application listing current and previous employers plus detailed job duties.

Pay Grade TPW - $20.00/hr.

 

Job Summary

Assist with planning, development and implementation of a communications program, and/or public relations plan for an assigned agency, department, facility or function.

This position is located at the Northwest Georgia Public Health District Office in Rome, Georgia.
 This is a part-time intern position working 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities / Duties

Strong written, verbal, and communication skills with a knack for online culture that communicates the Public Health message

Passion for identifying new trends in social media and staying up to date on the latest platform updates and offerings

You're a self-starter who is interested in helping to identify and create projects that increase awareness of / participation in public health programs and services

Superior project management and organizational skills

Familiarity with social media channels and the production of informational material in a variety of media channels

Detail-oriented, persistent follow-up and an ability to juggle shifting priorities

      Schedule, post and QA all social media content

 

Minimum Qualifications

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree related to Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or other related fields.

Additional Information

 

Current CBH employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. CBH may contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The District Human Resource Department must receive an official transcript and/or proof of licenses, certifications prior to employment.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, E-Verify, reference check and a criminal background check.

As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), call to request by the closing date of this announcement to: 706-295-6642.

CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

The Northwest Georgia Health District offers State Health Benefit Health Insurance, Flexible Benefits and Retirement under the Employees' Retirement System of Georgia.

Agency

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

Address

200 Piedmont Ave, SE
West Tower
Atlanta, Georgia, 30334

Website

http://dph.georgia.gov

Available Openings 25
Hours 20.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $20.00/hour
Time Frame Academic Year
Contact Name Allison Hattaway
Contact Email ahattaway@berry.edu
Work Location N/A
Phone N/A
Fax N/A
Majors All Business Majors, All Majors, Communication
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