Career Opportunities

Careers at the Marion County Public Health Department

Public health is where your work meets real life.
At the Marion County Public Health Department, you will serve a diverse, dynamic community where the need is real, and the impact is immediate. Whether you are supporting families, responding to community health challenges, or helping prevent the next crisis, your work here shows up in people’s everyday lives.

This is not background work. This is a frontline impact.

Why People Choose Public Health Here
You have options. Hospitals, private practice, and nonprofits. So why choose us? Because here, you can:

Build long-term relationships in the community, not just short-term encounters
Focus on prevention, not just treatment
Work upstream on the issues that truly shape health outcomes
Be part of a team that sees the whole person, not just the diagnosis

We are building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and brings both expertise and empathy to the work.

In-Demand Roles: Where You’re Needed Most
We are actively hiring professionals who want to do meaningful, community-centered work:

Public Health Nurses
Lead with care beyond the clinic. Provide immunizations, maternal and child health services, communicable disease response, and health education in community settings.

Nutritionists
Support families through programs like WIC and community nutrition initiatives. Help improve lifelong health outcomes through education, counseling, and access.

Social Workers
Connect individuals and families to critical resources. Address barriers to health including housing, access to care, and social support systems.

Community Health Workers
Supports individuals, families, and community agencies. Advocate for improved health equity and access to health care resources.

These roles are essential. Not optional. And we are investing in them.

What Makes This Work Different
This is where a modern public health career stands apart:

Community-first approach: You meet people where they are, not where systems expect them to be
Team-based care: Nurses, social workers, nutritionists, and environmental health professionals working together
Real autonomy: You are trusted to use your judgment and expertise
Broader impact: Your work influences population-level outcomes, not just individual cases

You will see the results of your work in stronger families, healthier neighborhoods, and better long-term outcomes.

What You Can Expect From Us
We are serious about building a workplace where people stay and grow.

Competitive pay and public sector benefits
Qualifying roles may be eligible for loan forgiveness programs
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive leadership that understands the realities of field work
A culture that values both performance and people

We know retention matters. That starts with how people are treated day to day.

Who Thrives Here
The people who succeed in these roles tend to be:

Adaptable and comfortable working in community-based settings
Strong communicators who build trust quickly
Grounded, practical problem-solvers
Motivated by purpose, not just pace

If you are looking for predictable, task-based work, this may not be the right fit. If you want meaningful work that challenges you and makes a difference, it is.

Your Next Step
Public health needs experienced, committed professionals now more than ever.

If you are ready to take your skills beyond traditional settings and into the community, we encourage you to apply and join the Marion County Public Health Department.

Because the work matters. And so do the people doing it.

Open Positions

Interview Process

When you submit an application, it will be reviewed and considered by the hiring supervisor. If you are one of the candidates selected for an interview, we will contact you.

Benefits of Employment with MCPHD

At Marion Health Public Health Department, we believe caring for our employees is just as important as caring for our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Life insurance

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Retirement benefits
Deferred compensation plan

Additional Protection & Voluntary Benefits

Spouse and dependent life insurance options
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Pet Insurance
Identity theft protection

Professional Growth & Support

Tuition assistance
Professional development opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays
Generous paid time off

Benefits eligibility may vary based on position and employment status.

Why choose a job that serves the public?

What’s it like to work here, where our commitment is to helping the public? We asked some of our current employees to talk about it.

“Working with local growers, grocers and neighbors isn’t just an element of my role with MCPHD — it’s something I’m personally committed to.”

Alyssa “Ally” Osburn,
Chronic Disease, Program Manager of Fresh Bucks

“One of my passions is finding new ways to help our team succeed. Helping each other is one of the best ways we can serve our community.”

Chris Tinajero Coronel,
Laboratory

“I work closely with our internal and external partners in the community, and am grateful to work with an amazing team on this important work.”

Catherine “Cate” Vreede,
Epidemiology, Program Manager of Overdose Data to Action grant