Environmental Health Communications Specialist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

PERA retirement

401(K) and 457

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible work

Holidays

Paid time off

Free parking

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Professional development

Career opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment seeks a Physical Science Researcher/Scientist I to support the ECHO unit's science communication needs. You will translate technical toxicology and risk information for diverse audiences and help assess outreach effectiveness.

You will collaborate with TARA staff to analyze data, create visualizations, and respond to public inquiries, contributing to public health messaging and education across Colorado.

Qualifications

• Five years experience in toxicology or related environmental health field.
• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, toxicology, environmental science, public health, education, communication, or related field; plus relevant experience.
• Excellent writing and data interpretation skills; strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support science communication needs for the ECHO unit with clear messaging.
• Translate complex technical information for diverse stakeholders.
• Evaluate effectiveness of communications and outreach strategies.
• Contribute to data analysis, visualization, and interpretation for decision making.
• Respond to technical inquiries from the public and stakeholders.
• Assist with public workshops and seminars.

Skills

Toxicology

Environmental health

Public health communication

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment seeks a Physical Science Researcher/Scientist I to support the ECHO unit's science communication needs. You will translate technical toxicology and risk information for diverse audiences and help assess outreach effectiveness.

You will collaborate with TARA staff to analyze data, create visualizations, and respond to public inquiries, contributing to public health messaging and education across Colorado.