Washtenaw Health Project Communications Coordinator

MALPH; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Washtenaw Health Project is seeking a Communications Coordinator to lead outreach and public health information efforts. You will coordinate internal and external communications, prepare clear messages, and support rapid dissemination of emergency information to diverse audiences and the community.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate experience translating complex health topics into accessible content, collaborating across departments, and maintaining accuracy and timeliness in all communications.

Qualifications

• Professional communications support related to department operations.
• Ability to convey complex health information clearly.
• Research, analysis and recommendations for public health messaging.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate service activities of the communications unit within the department.
• Initiate and lead effective communications of department services and emergency information to diverse audiences.
• Foster public sharing of health information and data to maximize reach and understanding.

Job description

Washtenaw Health Project Communications Coordinator

• Washtenaw Health Project Communications Coordinator

Organization

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 - 12:00

Under the general supervision of a higher-classified employee, serves as a professional lead worker, coordinating service activities of a designated unit within the department to which assigned and performing complex and sensitive professional communications support related to department and divisional operations.

Accountable for initiating, leading and supporting effective communications of the department's services, outcomes and emergency information or instructions to diverse audiences and the community as a whole. Ideal candidate will work across the department to foster public sharing of health information, data and instructions to maximize reach, impact and understanding. Provides research, analysis and recommendations and is responsible for conveying complex information about public health issues and interventions clearly and accurately.