Communication Coordinator

Eightelevengroup; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Eight Eleven Group in Nashville, TN is seeking a Public Health Communication Coordinator for a long-term contract with a hybrid work model (1 day in office weekly). The role focuses on planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating external communications, ensuring accurate messaging across channels and accessibility compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring 4–6 years in health communications, strong writing/editing, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to collaborate with leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, advertising, public relations, or public health.
• 4–6 years in communications, marketing, or public relations in health or government settings.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills with clear messaging.
• Experience ensuring ADA Title II and accessibility compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate external communication strategies and campaigns.
• Coordinate advertising plans and materials to raise awareness of programs and services.
• Serve as liaison to ensure consistent messaging across channels.
• Create collateral (fact sheets, brochures, social content, videos, reports).
• Support public health campaigns and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Coordinate with partners and vendors on communication materials.
• Advise division programs on messaging tactics and approaches for diverse audiences.
• Ensure accessibility and ADA compliance of all public materials.
• Respond rapidly during public health emergencies when needed.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Editing and writing

ADA accessibility

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/public health

Tools

NVDA

PAC

WAVE

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Public Health Communication Coordinator

Nashville, TN

Hybrid role (1 day in office per week)

$30 - $35 per hour

Long-term contract (4-5 years)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented Public Health Communication Coordinator for a long-term contract position based in Nashville, TN, with a hybrid work arrangement. Reporting to the Director of Communication, you will play a pivotal role in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating external communication strategies. You will collaborate closely with leadership, program managers, and subject matter experts to build and execute marketing and outreach initiatives, develop impactful materials, and ensure consistent, accurate, and timely messaging across all channels. The ideal candidate is passionate about public health communication, excels in stakeholder engagement, and is committed to equity, accessibility, and compliance. Tennessee residency is required, and the position may require rapid response during public health emergencies.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate external communication strategies, projects, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with division leadership, program managers, and subject matter experts to coordinate and develop advertising and marketing plans, build communication strategies, and create materials to increase awareness of programs and services, advancing rural health initiatives and projects.
• Serve as a communication liaison between departments to ensure consistent, accurate, and timely messaging across communication channels.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate production of collateral materials, including fact sheets, brochures, social media content, presentations, video scripts, reports, and other print and digital publications supporting various projects and priorities.
• Assist in planning and promoting public health and public awareness campaigns, community outreach efforts, and stakeholder engagement activities designed to improve awareness and utilization of programs and services at local health departments.
• Coordinate with internal staff, external partners, contractors, and vendors on the development and production of communication and marketing materials that support our client's initiatives and public health objectives.
• Provide communication consultation and support to division programs by recommending effective messaging strategies, communication tactics, and outreach approaches tailored to diverse audiences and community partners.
• Ensure all communication materials and public-facing resources are accessible and compliant with ADA Title II and digital accessibility standards, meeting all applicable federal and state requirements.
• Perform other communication, public information, and stakeholder engagement duties as assigned.
• Respond rapidly and effectively during public health emergencies as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in communication, advertising, public relations, or public health.
• At least 4-6 years of experience in communication, advertising, marketing, or public relations in a corporate, government, or public health setting.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to stay on-task and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey concepts, ideas, and results clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member in a large and complex organization.
• Experience applying ADA Title II and digital accessibility standards to ensure communication materials and public-facing resources are accessible and compliant.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using ADA compliance software (e.g., NVDA, PAC, WAVE, or similar).
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other graphic design software.
• Knowledge of video production and website content management is a plus.
• Attention to detail and a strong compliance orientation.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Cultural competency and a demonstrated commitment to equity.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into practical guidance for diverse audiences.
• Must be a Tennessee resident.
• Ability to respond rapidly during public health emergencies.

Accepting Applications until 10/09/2026.

ABOUT EIGHT ELEVEN:

Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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