Job Description
Join Boston's leading public health organization in a critical immediate hire position. The City of Boston Public Health Commission seeks a dynamic Public Health Specialist to support emergency response initiatives and community outreach programs. This temporary role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact on public health initiatives while gaining invaluable government experience in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options
• Direct contribution to Boston's public health mission
• Immediate start date – no lengthy hiring process
Responsibilities
- Coordinate emergency health response initiatives for city-wide incidents
- Develop and implement community health education programs
- Analyze public health data to identify emerging trends
- Liaise with community organizations and healthcare providers
- Assist with vaccine distribution and outreach campaigns
- Prepare comprehensive public health reports for city officials
- Support contact tracing efforts during health emergencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, or related field
- 2+ years of public health or healthcare experience
- Strong data analysis and reporting skills
- Excellent communication and community engagement abilities
- Experience with emergency response protocols preferred
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends/evenings
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) certification strongly preferred