Work With Us
We are Jefferson County Health Department.
We are public health.
Why Work Here?
When you work with us, you join a team that cares about people and our community. Every day, you help protect and improve others’ health. We support your growth, offer chances to learn new skills, and encourage teamwork. You can feel good knowing your work makes a real difference.
“We have an internal culture supportive of a positive work-life balance, flexible environment, and good benefits. We promote internal collaboration and teamwork through our skilled, competent, and accountable workforce. We strive for clear communication and methods to innovate in public health. ”
JCHD Culture Statement
Benefits & Compensation
We want our staff to feel supported at work and at home. Our benefits and pay plans are designed to be fair, easy to understand, and helpful to you and your family. Listed below are the benefits we offer and the pay grade scale.
- Jefferson County Health Department is a qualifying agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- 100% Employer Paid Health Coverage (for employees)
- LAGERS Retirement System (employer-paid)
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (employer paid)
- Supplemental Insurance available
- Paid Time Off (9 hours earned per month)
- Personal Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Worksite Wellness
Agency Core Values
Passion: sincere love for what we do and dedication to doing it in the face of challenges
Collaboration: working with each other and partners to enhance public health in our communities
Commitment: loyal and willing to give our time and energy to support a healthy Jefferson County
Adaptable: flexible, open-minded, and agile in order to adjust to changing conditions in the environment
Integrity: doing the right thing even when no one is watching, honesty, reliable, and trustworthy
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.