Public Health Communications Coordinator 2026-01871

Public Health Communications Coordinator 2026-01871

Salary

$6,087.47 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01871

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Cheyenne and County Offices

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

BAPS09

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position serves as the Public Health Division's central resource for public health communication, editorial review, and guidance on professional writing. The Public Health Communications Coordinator (PHCC) will support subject-matter experts within the Division on their public-facing content, with a primary focus on ensuring that materials are clearly written, audience-appropriate, and aligned with public health communication strategies. The position will also be responsible for writing and updating public health emergency response plans. A successful candidate will have strong editorial, technical writing, and editing skills; knowledge of public health communication strategies; demonstrated experience translating complex information for a variety of audiences; and the ability to build communication capacity within the Division.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: wdhrecruit@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Ensure that health communication from the Public Health Division (PHD) is cohesive, consistent, accurate, effective, high-quality, and aligned with the Divisions mission.
• Provide guidance, support, and technical assistance to PHD staff on synthesizing complex program and public health information into clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate content.
• Develop and conduct training related to public health communication.
• Proofread and review all public-facing content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, readability, style, and alignment with public health communication strategies, suggesting revisions to improve clarity and accuracy.
• Work closely with the Senior Administrator to apply PHD standards for quality work.
• In coordination with others, write and update Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Plans.
• Lead the PHD communications workgroup, including coordinating and facilitating meetings.
• Identify training opportunities to align with the training needs of the PHD workforce.
• Act as the PHD resource on current processes related to Administrative Rule promulgation.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference given to candidates with a bachelors degree in communications, journalism, public relations, health promotion/communication, English, or a related field.

Preference given to candidates with 1-3 years of experience in public health, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Skilled in public communications and technical writing.
• Knowledge of presentation development and media campaigns.
• Intermediate to expert computer knowledge, including Google Suite and other technical software
• Ability to train and provide technical assistance to others.
• Experience communicating with the public.
• Knowledge of public health communication strategies.
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and public relations techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of people.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
• Ability to use independent judgment and gather, manage, and impart information to internal and external audiences.
• Ability to write executive-level communications for internal and external audiences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Business)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(BAPS09) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

08

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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