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Location : LaGrange (Troup County), GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00743
Division/Section: District 4 County Position
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 2:23 PM Eastern
Description
Full-Time Administrative Assistant 1, 2, or 3
HIV Prevention Program
301 Main Street
Lagrange, GA 30240
Under direct supervision, performs a wide range of office administration duties for assigned functions or program areas. Duties may be complex in nature and may involve access to confidential information. May research, investigate, and/or resolve program data or issues. Drafts documentation, reports, or presentations. Represents program or unit; and provides information and assistance to internal and external customers.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Job Responsibilities

• Assists program coordinator with outreach activities to include HIV rapid testing, community education, and literature distribution.
• Assists program coordinator with ensuring monthly supply orders to community partners and district health departments are delivered via direct delivery or mail.
• Ensures mail order condoms are managed, packaged, and delivered via USPS.
• Assists program coordinator in searching for new community partners for both condom delivery and community outreach activities.
• Maintains necessary data, contracts, MOUs, and reports as required by program.
• Assists with preparing required paperwork for program.
• Contacts referral sources when needed.
• Assists program staff with guiding HIV positive individuals through the program process on an as-needed basis.
• Assists program staff with directing HIV positive individuals in locating resources on an as-needed basis.
• Prepares and mails correspondence as needed.
• Files and organizes charts.
• Answers and returns phone calls.
• Assists with meetings and trainings.
• Participates in emergency preparedness activities as directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications
Administrative Assistant 1 - (Annual Salary - $33,000)
High school diploma/GED AND two (2) years of job-related experience
Administrative Assistant 2 - (Annual Salary - $35,800.08)
High school diploma/GED AND three (3) years of job-related experience: OR one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Admin Assistant 1 (GST050) or position equivalent
Administrative Assistant 3 - (Annual Salary - $38,880)
High school diploma/GED AND four (4) years of job-related experience; OR two (2) years of experience required at the lower-level Admin Assistant 2 (GST051) or position equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to speak Spanish and English
• Some experience with medical terminology
• Public Health experience

Additional Information
Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit - http://team.georgia.gov/
Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit - https://www.district4health.org/
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.
Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
Pre-employment Drug Screening
Reference Checks & Immunizations Required
For more information about Public Health:
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Vocational/Technical Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED
• None of the above

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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

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How many years of experience do you have in the Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• 0<1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

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How many years of experience do you have working in the customer service field?

• 0<1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

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How many years of experience do you have in providing administrative support?

• 0<1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

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What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data entry etc.)?

• Beginner: Some exposure
• Intermediate: Require some guidance
• Advanced: Can train others
• Expert

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Serving our community during an emergent event is a condition of employment for Public Health workers. In the event of an emergency, you may be required to work extended hours, to include nights and weekends. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bilingual - Spanish speaking?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any relatives working for District 4 Public Health or any of our 12 County Health Departments? (Butts, Carroll, Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Henry, Lamar, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding, Troup, and Upson counties)

• Yes
• No

Required Question