Clerical and administrative staff keep information, communications, and critical records flowing within local health. They frequently engage with community members and staff across service areas and departments. They ensure records, permits, licenses, and other items are up to statutory standards. A highly detail-oriented individual, with a background in customer service, and experience working with people of culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse backgrounds would thrive in this role.
Skills, Education, and Experience
Staff members in clerical and administrative roles have a broad skill set with a various educational and professional backgrounds, including those with public health experience and other with experiences from other sectors. A local health department internship can help students and early career professionals interested in these roles. However, professional experience from any administrative or coordinator role may be easily transferred. While understanding the roles and responsibilities of local public health can be extremely useful, it is not required that you have existing knowledge of local health responsibilities when applying for an opening.
Sample Job Titles
- Administrative Assistant
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Program Assistant