Franklin County Public Health 280 East Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43215-4562

(614) 525-3160

www.myfcph.org

Job Posting Grant Funded

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
• 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
• Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid
• And much more!

NOW HIRING: Communication Specialist

Grant-Funded Position

Under the direction of the Director, the Communication Specialist plans, organizes and implements all 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. They establish and continue positive relationships with the public and mass media on behalf of FCPH as designated.

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:

• The Communication Specialist writes material for press releases, presentations, legislative materials, talking points, marketing materials, web copy, internal communications and letters as needed. Creates PowerPoint presentations and other documents.
• Can serve as PIO (or Lead PIO) for public health emergencies and other situations as
• Assists in scheduling and conducting media interviews and Prepares and distributes materials for media outlets.
• Disseminates public information to Assists in writing web copy and maintains tone, voice and language consistency for FCPH websites.
• Proofreads and edits FCPH documents and presentations as assigned. Develops materials for program campaigns, including for radio and television, customer brochures and online messaging. Coordinates social media efforts for FCPH programs and initiatives, including updates and responses.

• This position interacts with the public in person, by phone and by email; they will respond to questions and requests for information or public records.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism or a related field is required.
• One to three (1-3) years of experience required and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress and similar tools are preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and accuracy, customer service skills, ability to learn new information quickly.
• Valid Driver’s license and ability to meet insurability requirements.
• Some evening and weekend hours

Hiring Wage Range: $27.96/hour - $32.15/hour. This is a non-exempt position.

Interested applicants should apply at https://franklincounty.bamboohr.com/jobs/ with:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Completed FCPH application (located: http://www.myfcph.org/careers)

Deadline for Applying: Internal applicants (10/27/2023); External applicants (Until Filled)

No phone calls please. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon funding availability.

Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Learn more at www.MyFCPH.org.

FCPH is committed to providing a healthy work environment for all employees, and all employees agree to be non-tobacco users as a condition of employment (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, vapor, etc.). All applicants offered positions with FCPH must submit to and pass a drug and alcohol screen before beginning work. All FCPH Employees must be fully vaccinated (one or two doses depending on COVID-19 vaccination type) unless a reasonable accommodation is requested and approved.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Revathy Deivasigamani, HR Generalist atrevathydeivasigamani@franklincountyohio.gov or 614-301-2100 to request and arrange for accommodations.

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.