Salary : $33,200.00 Annually Location : Jefferson (Jackson County), GA Job Type: Full Time Salaried Job Number: 2025-10986 Division/Section: District 10 County Position Opening Date: 09/03/2025 Closing Date: 10/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Description Pay Grade: D Job Code: GSS081 Click HERE for VideoWho We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters. What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
- 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 the people of Georgia.
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
- Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a 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 yourself.
The Jackson County Health Department is seeking to fill a clerical position. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of clerical duties in support of the health department programs. Responsibilities include accurate data entry and maintenance of detailed filing and record systems, front desk coverage and general customer service, and conducting client interviews with strong communication skills. The candidate must demonstrate excellent computer skills, strong reading comprehension, and attention to detail. Additional duties may be assigned in support of management and staff. A positive attitude, reliability, and a commitment to high-quality service are essential. As Administrative Support within the Jackson County Health Department 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 lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. Job Responsibilities
- Completes tasks and assignments associated with administrative support functions (ie, licensure, personnel, purchasing, records management, inventory, or similar function)
- Provides clerical support such as incidental typing, filing, ordering supplies, and sorting mail
- Provides clerical support within assigned functional areas (ie processing/transactions, review of applications, scheduling training, scheduling facilities maintenance, reconciling financial records, assessing/collecting fees for a program, generating rep
- Provides general clerical support to an office to include such tasks as data entry/maintenance, copying/distributing documents, and materials, maintaining recordkeeping and filing systems, etc
- Provides secretarial and administrative support to an upper-level manager
- Uses independent judgment and initiative to perform administrative, clerical, and secretarial duties in support of an individual employee or group of employees
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of general office or administrative experience. Preferred Qualifications: Medical experience and bilingual skills preferred. Annual salary $33,200 plus generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.Additional Information The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break. Employment Information State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. ADA Statement DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email
[email protected]. DPH 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 receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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. BENEFITSStandard 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 and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance. Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave. 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 Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?
- No
- Full Time Employee
- Part Time Employee
- Temp or Contractor
- Intern
- Volunteer
03 What is your highest level of education completed?
- Doctorate's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High School Diploma
- GED
04 How many years of experience do you have working in an office setting, including answering phones, greeting the public, and entering information into a computer?
- none
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years or more
05 What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data entry etc.)?
- Beginner: Some exposure
- Intermediate: Require some guidance
- Advanced: Can train others
- Expert
06 Are you bilingual - Spanish speaking?
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