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A Career at DPH

Are you looking to leverage your skills to impact the Georgia community? Look no further than the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH). We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of all Georgia residents through disease prevention, health improvement, and disaster response. No matter the role, join us as we continue to protect the lives of all residents.

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How Can DPH Support You?

A career at DPH offers the opportunity to be a part of all that public health offers for Georgians, but the benefits do not stop there. As a DPH employee, additional benefits include:

Professional Impact

Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play

Dynamic and Diverse Teaming

Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths

Hands-on Working Culture

Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving no matter your role

Workplace Flexibility

Experience flexibility in how you work so that you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents

Pride in Where You Work

Be a part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Career Longevity

Countless opportunities for continuous learning/ development that support a long-term career

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Our benefits include:

  • 13 paid holidays
  • Vacation and sick leave
  • Annual leave payout
  • Monthly office parking $20
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Training opportunities
  • Lactation rooms
  • 401k with employer contribution
  • Deferred compensation
  • Health, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance

Medical Residency/Student Program

DPH is now accepting applications from medical school programs for medical residents to gain hands-on experience in public health districts across the state. This initiative offers an opportunity to contribute to community health while advancing your medical training.

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Explore Internship Opportunities

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DPH has internship opportunities that allow you to put learning into practice while gaining valuable, hands-on experience. Explore the various opportunities for you at DPH today.

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Discover Roles at DPH

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Local Nurses

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Local Environmental Health

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Local Epidemiologists

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State Epidemiologist

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What Does Life at DPH Look Like?

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Andrea

Environmental Health

"I like the versatility of this job. DPH has a variety of programs in environmental health, offering individuals who are interested in many environmental topics an opportunity to learn."

Amanda in Epidemiology

Dr. Amanda

Epidemiologist

"At DPH, we gave a passionate group of people who work together collaboratively and creatively to develop sustainable programs that will benefit Georgia citizens years down the road.”

Jimmie in Nursing

Jimmie

Nurse

"Working at DPH is a great opportunity for someone who wants to achieve their career goals as a nurse. It gives you peace of mind that you've made a difference in the community"