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PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER 3 - EXEC ADMIN


EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER

We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and it forms the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.

Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.

We are seeking a skilled and mission-driven Public Information Officer to lead communication efforts that support behavioral health services across our five parish region! If you are organized, a strong writer, and enjoy public speaking and networking with others, we encourage you to come join our team!

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
  • Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
  • Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.  
  • Developing Plans: The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.
  • Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers. 
  • Influencing Others: The ability to shape, guide, or alter the thoughts, behaviors, attitudes, or decisions of others. 

Requirements

Five years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus two years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR

A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design; OR

An advanced degree in public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, or English plus one year of experience in public relations, journalism, marketing, content creation, social media management, or graphic design.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:
  • Serve as the Community Outreach Manager;
  • Establish, coordinate, and sustain the Florida Parishes Behavioral Health Task Force;
  • Develop and implement comprehensive public relations programs for both ongoing and new initiatives within the agency;
  • Compose and disseminate communication materials tailored to specific audiences and communication channels;
  • Manage external relationships that extend FPHSA's reach and impact within the communities served;
  • Plan and coordinate agency seminars and special events; and
  • Provide essential administrative support for coalition work and programmatic initiatives.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment. 
Compensation: Salary may be negotiable depending on the chosen applicant's level of experience. Below is a list of the pay range for the position:
  • Public Information Officer 3: $22.10/hour minimum -$43.37/hour maximum
Salary may be negotiable depending on the chosen applicant’s level of experience. Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title and NOT the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
Location: This position is domiciled in Hammond, Louisiana; however, travel throughout the five-parish region we serve is required. 

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information on this vacancy, please contact:

Emily Barthelemy

HR Analyst C

Florida Parishes Human Services Authority

835 Pride Drive, Suite B

Hammond, LA 70401

emily.barthelemy@fphsa.org

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.  FPHSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Date Posted
02/09/2026
Job Reference
217331-PIO3-EXEC
Organization
LDH-Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Location
Hammond, LA 70802
Category
Public Affairs & Communication
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