Available Positions
Internal Communications Coordinator
As the Internal Communications Coordinator, you’ll bring important health information to life for our staff and stakeholders. In this role, you’ll create clear, engaging messaging that connects employees to our mission and keeps them informed. You’ll also serve as the department’s Public Information Officer, helping to share our story with the community and media.
This role is located in Lees Summit, MO, and is a hybrid position.
Operations Coordinator
We’re looking for a sharp, detail-loving Operations Coordinator to help keep Jackson County Public Health fiscally sound and running smoothly. You'll support grant management, budgeting, purchasing, and reporting while partnering with teams across the department. If you're great with numbers, systems, and people—and love making things run more efficiently—this role is for you.
This role is located in Lees Summit, MO, and is a hybrid position.
Medical Assistant
We’re looking for a friendly and organized Medical Assistant to join our team. You’ll help patients feel at ease, assist with exams and procedures, and make sure everything in the clinic runs smoothly. If you love variety and staying busy, this job is for you.
Public Health Office Assistant
Be the welcoming face of the Health Department! As a Public Health Office Assistant, you’ll help keep our services running smoothly by assisting patients, managing registration, supporting clerical operations, and maintaining accurate records. You’ll play a vital role in connecting the community to essential health services and ensuring a positive experience for all.
Cultural Health Navigator
The Cultural Health Navigator provides professional interpretation services for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, healthcare providers and other members of the care team. Provides professional document translation services as needed in the department, meets with clients to determine their resource needs and goals, actively participate in community events. Click the link to learn more.
Program and Policy Specialist
As a Program and Policy Specialist, you’ll help design, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs, policies, and community initiatives that prevent disease and support healthier lives. If you’re passionate about creating healthier communities and ready to turn big ideas into real change, apply today and join us in shaping a stronger, healthier Jackson County.
Community Initiatives Coordinator
As a Community Initiatives Coordinator, you'll lead collaborative, community-based efforts to improve public health outcomes across Jackson County. You’ll work with local organizations, partners, and residents to identify health priorities, support collective impact initiatives, and promote systems-level solutions. Your work will help shape healthier communities through strategy, facilitation, and evidence-based action.
Interns
Interested in interning at JCPH? Internship positions are available for undergraduate and graduate students each semester. A public health internship can provide practical experience, and an opportunity to contribute to public health initiatives. Areas of emphasis include Community Initiatives, Data Analytics, Public Health Communications, Health Equity, and more.
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