Administrative Support, Level 1, 2, or 3

Georgia Department of Public Health

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Billing, Bookkeeping, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Department, High School Diploma, Insurance, Mail Processing, Medicaid, Medical Billing, Medical Office, Medicare, Medicine, Multilingual, Privacy Controls, Public Health, Record Keeping, Spanish Language, Status Reports, Vietnamese Language
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
Today
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Thomasville (Thomas County), GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00829
Division/Section: District 8-2 County Position
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
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Administrative Support, Level 1, 2, or 3
Posted Date: July 17, 2026 Closing Date: July 27, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time Position

Location: Thomas County Health Department/ Thomasville, Georgia

Paygrade/Salary C-$26,188, D-$28,307, E-$30,638

(Based on qualifications/experience)

Job Code(s): GSS080, GSS081, GSS082
We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. Annual Leave & 3 wks. Sick Leave earned in first year, a defined benefit retirement plan plus (employer-matched) 401(k) plan, Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts).

Job Responsibilities
  • Performs various administrative functions in support of the Thomas County Health Department programs and services, including fee collection, basic bookkeeping, filing, making appointments, determining immunization status, completing reports, determining eligibility for programs and services and enrolling, maintaining databases, maintaining Vital Records (Birth and Death certificates), managing mail, etc.
  • Provides outstanding customer service
  • Maintains HIPAA standards related to Privacy and Security
  • May be assigned to assist in other counties in the district
  • Responds to Public Health Emergencies
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED AND ability to perform basic office functions and computer-related duties. This position requires the ability to lift up to 45 lbs., and the ability to bend and reach up.

Additional Information
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health
  • Completion of an associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university (Please mail or bring a copy of your College Transcript or Diploma to the Interview-you must have an official transcript prior to starting date)
  • One or more years of experience performing complex office/administrative duties in a Medical Office setting
  • Experience entering and retrieving information in the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transaction Services (GRITS) database
  • Experience with Insurance & Medicare/Medicaid billing
  • Bilingual in other languages such as Spanish, English, Vietnamese, Indian and Russian


State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadline (Please mail or bring a copy of College Transcript or Diploma to Interview-must have official transcript prior to start date). Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver's license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification.
We are 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 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.
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.
01

Do you have an Associate's degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you bilingual - Spanish speaking?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have experience working with insurance (Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance?
  • Yes
  • No

04

How many years of experience do you have using the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services (GRITS)?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 2 or more years

05

Do you have experience working for the Department ofPublic Health, a Public Health District or a County Health Department?
  • Department of Public Health
  • Public Health District
  • County Health Department
  • None of the above

06

How many years of experience do you have performing complex office/administrative duties in a Medical Office setting?
Required Question

About the Company

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Georgia Department of Public Health

The Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
 
Employment Information
 
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
 
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
 
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
 
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
 
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 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.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Government and Military
WEBSITE
http://dph.ga.gov