Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : North Georgia Health District, GA Job Type: Full Time Salaried Job Number: 2025-11070 Division/Section: District 1-2 County Position Opening Date: 09/04/2025 Closing Date: 9/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Description 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 Georgia Department of Public Health 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.
As an Admin Assistant within the North Georgia Health District at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. Location: District Health Office (BCW) in Dalton, GA. Job Responsibilities Under direct supervision, performs a variety of general secretarial, clerical, and administrative support functions/processes or a few specialized or essential clerical functions in support of a unit or office and related personnel. May enter data and/or process documents and records. The work includes operating standard office equipment.
- Duties performed under the close supervision of a clerical or administrative supervisor.
- May include completing developmental screenings.
- Home visits with parents and children may be required.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma/GED AND the ability to perform basic office functions and computer related duties. Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Comfortable using the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiar with the children with special needs programs.
Additional Information Employment Information Current State 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. All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete. 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. This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757. 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 posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at The CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave. 01 The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
02 Do you have a high school diploma/GED?
03 Do you have the ability to perform basic office functions and computer related duties?
04 Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?
05 Are you comfortable using the Microsoft Office Suite?
06 Are you familiar with the children with special needs programs?
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