Public Health Planner

Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

IPERS retirement

Job summary

CG Public Health seeks a Public Health Planner to help shape community health priorities and secure funding for programs. In this role you will support planning, quality improvement, and strategic initiatives, reporting progress to the Board and the public in clear terms.

Strong writing and data storytelling will be essential as you translate findings into funded projects and measurable outcomes. Located in Mason City, IA, this full-time, non-exempt position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field with 1 year experience, or an associate degree with 5+ years experience.
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Strong data-to-story communication skills.
• Organized, curious, and collaborative planner.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Secure funding that brings community health priorities to life.
• Help maintain national accreditation standards and report progress to Board of Health.
• Communicate findings clearly to leaders, partners, and funders.
• Support planning, quality improvement, and strategic initiatives across projects.

Skills

Research

Writing

Data storytelling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Associate degree with 5+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

For Inquiries Regarding The Position Please Contact

Marcy Strasheim

Posted: 11/08/2026

Administrative, Support & Clerical

Job Classification: Public Health Planner

Posting Date: November 9, 2026

Closing Date: Until filled

Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in public health, English, communications, data or a related field with one (1) year of relevant work experience, or an associate degree in a related field with at least five (5) years of significantly relevant work experience that will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Experience may be substituted for education.

Location:

CG Public Health

Wage:

$29.00-$36.00 per hour, DOQ

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt, Full-time

Hours:

Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Do you love turning data into stories and ideas into funded programs? Are you energized by connecting the dots between planning, quality, and real community impact? CG Public Health is looking for a Public Health Planner to help shape the future of our department. In this role, you will secure the funding that brings community health priorities to life, help our department keep the high standards of a nationally accredited public health agency, and share our progress with the Board of Health and the public in ways that are clear and compelling. You will work alongside colleagues at every level, and your research, your writing, and your ideas will make a visible difference in the community we serve.

We are looking for an organized, curious, and collaborative planner. The ideal candidate communicates clearly with leaders, partners, and funders and can explain complex ideas in plain language. They are comfortable weighing information and making sound decisions, adapting when plans change, and keeping several projects moving at once. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must, and an understanding of how public health planning, quality improvement, and strategic planning fit together is a plus.

At CG Public Health, you will join a supportive team, enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule, and receive a strong benefit package that includes paid vacation and participation in the Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS). Best of all, you will have the chance to see your work improve the health of the communities we serve. If you are ready to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity.

Please note: This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list. It presents highlights of the position’s scope and function and the candidates’ requirements. For more details, please review the full job description.

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641-421-9341

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Pre-employment physical/drug screening and background check required; BCI/SUBSTANCE ABUSE SCREENING

Applications may be obtained from the Health Department website at https://cghealth.com/about-us/careers

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