Communications Coordinator II
State of Vermont, Waterbury, VT, United States
Overview
The Division of Family and Child Health at the Department of Health has an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional interested in public health communication. We seek a well‑organized, clear communicator who will help provide tools that make Vermont families thrive. The division oversees numerous programs—injury and violence prevention; youth and adult suicide; road user safety; safe sleep; perinatal and early childhood programs such as home visiting and WIC; sexual and reproductive health; children with special health needs; and more. This position supports the division’s communication work, including managing educational materials, graphic design, coordinating social media and website updates and analytics, and supporting public health emergency responses. The role reports to the Family and Child Health Information Director. Employees are required to work in the Waterbury office three days per week, with two teleworking days available.
Examples of Work
Assist in the management of public outreach, social media, and digital campaigns to affect behavior change and improve health outcomes.
Assist in creating, producing, translating, and distributing public information materials.
Write and update content on the Health Department website.
Collaborate with program staff to distill complex, technical information into usable public guidance.
Serve in various communication capacities during public health events and emergencies.
Support and assist with grant‑related activities as assigned.
Who May Apply This position, Communications Coordinator II (Job Requisition #54749), is open to all state employees and external applicants. The position is being recruited at multiple levels; applicants wishing to be considered for more than one level must apply to the specific Job Requisition.
Communications Coordinator I: 54709
Communications Coordinator II: 54749
For additional information, contact Shari Levine at shari.levine@vermont.gov.
Background Checks Candidates must pass appropriate background investigations as required by AHS Policy 4.02, including national criminal record checks and DMV and abuse registry checks, unless they are current classified state employees seeking transfer or promotion.
Environmental Factors Duties are performed in office and field settings; some work outside normal hours may be required. Stress may arise from tight deadlines, conflicting opinions, and public communication decisions.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma AND four (4) years of relevant experience in public health communications, marketing, advertising, public relations, or a closely related field.
OR Associate’s degree in public health, journalism, communications, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
OR Bachelor’s degree in public health, journalism, communications, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND two (2) years or more of professional experience at a professional level in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
OR Master’s degree in public health, journalism, communication, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND one (1) year or more of professional experience at a professional level in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
Total Compensation As a state employee you receive a comprehensive total compensation package, including medical and dental coverage, paid holidays and leave, State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance, defined‑benefit pension and 457(b) plan, tuition reimbursement, healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts, low‑cost group life insurance, an incentive‑based wellness program, and qualification for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. The State does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military service, employment organization membership, or genetic information. Employment decisions are merit‑based, and retaliatory actions are prohibited.
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Examples of Work
Assist in the management of public outreach, social media, and digital campaigns to affect behavior change and improve health outcomes.
Assist in creating, producing, translating, and distributing public information materials.
Write and update content on the Health Department website.
Collaborate with program staff to distill complex, technical information into usable public guidance.
Serve in various communication capacities during public health events and emergencies.
Support and assist with grant‑related activities as assigned.
Who May Apply This position, Communications Coordinator II (Job Requisition #54749), is open to all state employees and external applicants. The position is being recruited at multiple levels; applicants wishing to be considered for more than one level must apply to the specific Job Requisition.
Communications Coordinator I: 54709
Communications Coordinator II: 54749
For additional information, contact Shari Levine at shari.levine@vermont.gov.
Background Checks Candidates must pass appropriate background investigations as required by AHS Policy 4.02, including national criminal record checks and DMV and abuse registry checks, unless they are current classified state employees seeking transfer or promotion.
Environmental Factors Duties are performed in office and field settings; some work outside normal hours may be required. Stress may arise from tight deadlines, conflicting opinions, and public communication decisions.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma AND four (4) years of relevant experience in public health communications, marketing, advertising, public relations, or a closely related field.
OR Associate’s degree in public health, journalism, communications, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
OR Bachelor’s degree in public health, journalism, communications, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND two (2) years or more of professional experience at a professional level in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
OR Master’s degree in public health, journalism, communication, marketing, advertisement, public relations, education, or a closely related field AND one (1) year or more of professional experience at a professional level in marketing, advertisement, communications, or public relations.
Total Compensation As a state employee you receive a comprehensive total compensation package, including medical and dental coverage, paid holidays and leave, State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance, defined‑benefit pension and 457(b) plan, tuition reimbursement, healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts, low‑cost group life insurance, an incentive‑based wellness program, and qualification for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. The State does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military service, employment organization membership, or genetic information. Employment decisions are merit‑based, and retaliatory actions are prohibited.
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