District 9 -1 Lead Coordinator

Who 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.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting case reviews, inspections and risk assessments.
• Writing reports.
• Providing guidance and education to families and the medical community.
• Cooking outreach to a variety of audiences.
• Serving as topic expert for the district in childhood lead poisoning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.).
• One (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 1 (RCP120) OR equivalent position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health or environmental health/science.
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which included theCompletion of at least 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) of laboratory sciences (e.g chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.).
• Certified Georgia Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor.
• Certified Healthy Homes Specialist.

Additional Information

Certification as a Georgia Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor will be required within 120 days of starting employment.

Employment 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.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

• A competitive salary.
• 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.