Part-time Administrative Assistant BCW

Georgia Department of Public Health; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health Coastal Health District in Savannah is seeking an onsite part-time administrative assistant to support referrals and district operations. You will enter referrals into the BCW database, coordinate with coordinators, and communicate securely with referral sources.

The role is up to 29 hours per week and does not include benefits. This position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and accuracy in handling sensitive information, with training provided and the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with two years of related experience.
• Experience with office administrative duties and data entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter referrals into the BCW database and assign coordinators.
• Email coordinators after entry and send letters to referral sources.
• Respond to information requests and send information securely.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Office administration

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BCW database

Job description

Description

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Who we are

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well‑being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long‑term career
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – 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 you

This is an onsite part‑time hourly office position which requires reporting to the Savannah office to complete administrative duties, attend meetings and/or training. Part‑time positions work up to 29 hours per week and are not eligible for benefits.

All Coastal Health District, County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

Under limited supervision performs a wide range of office administrative duties to specifically include entering referrals received into the BCW database; assigning coordinators; emailing coordinators once a referral has been entered; sending letters to the referral source; replying to request for information; and sending requested information securely. Processes BCW reports; Attends required BCW / district trainings; Function as a team player; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job‑related experience.

Additional Information

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit - https://www.CHD.org/

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

• Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
• Reference Checks & Immunizations Required
• May be subject to pre‑employment drug screen