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Communications Specialist
Job Location:
Job Location:
Nashville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Posted:
14 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
17 August 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Quality Staffing Inc. also doing business as Goddard Mason Executive Search a leading full-service employment agency matching qualified talent with some of the areas top companies is looking for an experienced Communications Specialistto work through our agency as a contract employee with the Tennessee Department of Health (TN DOH) located in Nashville Tennessee. This is a hybrid position working from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Fridayfor a total of 37.5 hours per week. The pay rate for this position is $36.00 per hour.
Communications Specialist Job Description:
The Tennessee Department of Health is currently seeking a talented and motivated contract Communications Specialist to support statewide maternal health initiatives. This position will play a vital role in creating clear engaging and culturally relevant communications which inform and inspire positive health outcomes for Tennesseans. The role blends strong communication skills both writing and strategic thinking with graphic design abilities and the capacity to apply critical thinking within a structured government environment. This position is hybrid with some in-office meetings required; travel to Nashville-based central office is non-reimbursable. ***MUST BE A RESIDENT OF TENNESSEE!!***
Communications Specialist Key Responsibilities will include:
- Content Development & Strategy:
- Assist the design team in developing and managing content across a variety of platforms including websites newsletters social media print materials and reports.
- Assist the design team in translating complex health topics into clear and engaging communications for diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts clinical teams and community partners to design culturally relevant and visually compelling materials.
- Create and revise program documents to ensure compliance with ADA requirements WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and Revised Section 508 accessibility standards; prior experience with accessibility standards is beneficial but not required at the time of hire; accessibility training will be provided and the selected candidate will be expected to achieve and demonstrate proficiency as part of his or her ongoing duties.
- Product a monthly newsletter using My Emma and track engagement metrics.
- Prepare quarterly reports which measure communications performance and recommend areas for improvement.
- Community Engagement & Collaboration:
- Support communication planning and outreach for the Maternal Health Task Force and partner organizations.
- Build and sustain productive relationships with internal and external partners to enhance maternal health visibility and impact.
- Contribute to campaign development and community education projects which highlight maternal health initiatives statewide.
- Work collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team and demonstrate flexibility when priorities shift.
Education and Qualifications Required for Communications Specialist position:
- Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing or a related field ORthe equivalent reflected in a non-collegiate portfolio.
- 2-5 years of experience in public health nonprofit or government communications preferred.
- Proficiency in Canva and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel; both writing and graphic design samples required.
- Experience using My Emma or similar email marketing tools; experience reporting platform metrics.
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn digital accessibility standards in compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 ensuring online content is accessible to individuals with visual and other disabilities.
- Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills *(please include writing samples or bylined links).
- Knowledge of cultural competency and sensitivity in health communications.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while working remotely.
- A team player who is innovative flexible and eager to collaborate toward shared goals.
- MUST reside in Tennessee.
Benefits Include:
- Weekly Pay/Comparable Wages
- Major Medical Insurance
- Indemnity Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
Interested Here is how to apply:
- Click on Apply Now and complete the process.
- This job closes on 5/20/26(or when the position is filled) and will no longer accept resumes after this date.
Quality Staffing Inc. and our subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or disability status.
Required Experience:
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