Health Communications Specialist III
Core
Develop clear, accessible, and evidence-based public health content for healthcare professionals, patients, families, and the public using digital media and risk communication strategies.
Role type
Senior Health Communications Specialist (Public Health)
Builds
Website content, fact sheets, FAQs, talking points, infographics, social media content, video storyboards, and patient/family materials.
Domain
Public Health / Digital Communications
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Health communication principles, social marketing, risk communication, plain-language writing, Section 508 accessibility compliance, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), data analysis, research, strategic planning
Preferred skills
CDC experience, Master's degree in Communications/English/Health Education/Public Health
Technologies
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Public Health Response Systems
Responsibilities
Develop engaging communications materials on public health topics; coordinate web and social media content; create digital campaign messages and blog content; collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy; support major announcements and awareness campaigns; research communication challenges and recommend strategies; provide consultation and training to stakeholders; participate in public health response activities and training exercises.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
