About the role#
Austin Public Health is recruiting for various temporary, grant-funded, and internship opportunities. These roles support programs that improve community health and advance health equity. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, including students, recent graduates, and professionals.
What you'll do#
- Support public health programs and initiatives.
- Work in areas such as administrative support, community services, disease prevention, health promotion, environmental health, epidemiology, and public health emergency preparedness.
- Collaborate with teams to deliver services to the Greater Austin community.
What you'll need#
- Qualifications vary by position and may include specific education or experience requirements.
- We accept applicants from fields such as Public Health, Nursing, Biology, Health Administration, and Business Administration.
Location & details#
- Positions are located in Austin and across Travis County, Texas.
- Work is on-site.
- Schedules are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, though hours may vary based on position needs. Evenings and weekends may be required during emergency responses.
- These roles are offered on a rolling basis.
About City of Austin
The City of Austin operates under a Council-Manager form of government to manage municipal affairs for its residents. Founded in 1839, the organization employs over 13,800 people to provide public services across the city. It focuses on areas including engineering, healthcare, and information technology. The agency manages a geographic area of approximately 326 square miles.
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