Public Health Risk Communications & Media Relations

State of Washington; Tumwater (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington’s Department of Health seeks a Risk Communications and Media Relations Specialist to lead public information efforts and media engagement across Environmental Public Health initiatives. The role requires coordinating messaging, training agency staff, and serving as a trusted spokesperson for health information.

You will work with local health partners, the media, and leadership to ensure accurate, timely health communications and effective crisis response across Washington

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs, health policy or communications fields.
• Proven ability to coordinate media outreach and public information efforts.
• Ability to write clearly with AP style and for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk communications and media relations for DOH programs.
• Prepare and coach leaders for media events and briefings.
• Develop content including press releases and talking points.

Skills

Public affairs

Public health policy

Communications

Media relations

Journaling/PR writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree in communications or public health

Job description

State of Washington’s Department of Health seeks a Risk Communications and Media Relations Specialist to lead public information efforts and media engagement across Environmental Public Health initiatives. The role requires coordinating messaging, training agency staff, and serving as a trusted spokesperson for health information.

You will work with local health partners, the media, and leadership to ensure accurate, timely health communications and effective crisis response across Washington