Remote Public Health Program Manager Jobs in Georgia

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : West Tower, 200 Piedmont Ave. SE Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00271
Division/Section: Workforce Management/HR
Opening Date: 04/21/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• 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 the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a 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 yourself.

Job Responsibilities
Oversees human resource management and/or human resource development activities of the organization to maximize the strategic use of human resources. Maintains functions such as employee compensation, recruitment, policy development, and regulatory compliance. Oversees the development and implementation of personnel policies. Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff.
Responsible for providing leadership in developing and executing an effective human resources strategy in support of DPH's overall strategic direction and plan, specifically in the areas of staffing, succession planning, learning and development, employee relations, change management, organizational and performance management, and compensation. The Director of Workforce Management provides strategic leadership by articulating Workforce Management needs and plans to the executive management team.
Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for agency-wide workforce management functions, ensuring alignment with DPH's mission, strategic priorities, and public health objectives.
• Collaborate with executive and senior leadership to design and implement workforce strategies that support organizational performance, employee engagement, and talent sustainability.
• Administers the provisions of the applicable rules and regulations promulgated by the State Personnel Board; directs performance appraisal, salary administration and benefits programs.
• Ensures that confidential centralized human resource records systems are accurately maintained and secured.
• Oversees the development and administration of effective recruitment, testing and selection programs for public health positions.
• Researches necessary division needs; analyzes and controls current expenditures.
• Oversees the development of new employee orientation programs and procedures.
• Formulates and recommends policies and procedures to govern all phases of human resource administration and employee relations.
• Directs the recruitment and employment screening procedures, to include development of job registers; maintains current records and procedures on ADA, EEO and employment laws, job restructuring studies; advises employees regarding the Department's disciplinary process and assists in resolving work related and personal problems.
• Maintains active memberships in national and local Human Resource professional associations to keep current on trends and legal requirements.
• Provide overall leadership and guidance to HR function by overseeing business partner activity, talent acquisition, learning and development, retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits.
• Develop, mentor, and support a high-performing workforce management team through coaching, professional development, and performance accountability.
• Performs all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Requires a human resources executive with a minimum of 7 years of Human Resource experience, with demonstrated experience in creating developing and implementing sophisticated HR related programs and initiatives.
• 5 years of experience in of senior-level leadership experience overseeing workforce or human capital functions.
• Ability to work with a variety of organizational leadership to build consensus around HR strategy and tactics.
• Superior interpersonal communication and presentation skills as well as proven organizational skills are required.
• Must have the ability to bring immediate credibility to the human resources function through his/her professional qualifications and leadership skills as well as project the highest levels of integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related fields
• SHRM, HRCI or IPMA certification

Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email include
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.
BENEFITS
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 and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
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?

• Doctorate's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Vocational/Technical Diploma
• High School Diploma
• GED

03
Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?

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

04
Do you have your PHR or SPHR certification?

• No
• PHR
• SPHR

05
How many years of experience do you have directing the personnel activities for an employer?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• 3+ Years
• 4+ Years
• More than 5 Years

06
How many years of knowledge and experience do you have with EEO laws/FMLA/etc.

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5 to 6 years
• More than 6 years

07
How many years of supervisory/management experience do you have in Human Resources? Supervisory experience MUST be shown under work experience.

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• More than 3 Years

08
How many years of experience do you have in professional human resources?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• HR - 1+ Years
• HR- 2+ Years
• HR - 3+ Years
• HR - 4+ Years
• Government HR - 1+ Years
• Government HR - 2+ Years
• Government HR - 3+ Years
• Government HR - 4+ Years

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How many years of experience do you have with multiple human resources disciplines including compensation practices, succession management, employee relations, diversity, performance management, federal and state employment laws?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• 3+ Years
• 4+ Years
• More than 5 Years

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What applicant tracking systems are you experienced with?

• Taleo
• Neogov
• iCIMS
• Bullhorn
• greenhouse
• APS
• Other
• Peoplesoft
• Workday
• None

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