15 careers in public health hiring now
Public health focuses on the well-being of communities. This field promotes health education and preventive measures to control diseases. Public health professionals usually excel in research, data analysis, and community outreach strategies.
The 4,392 public health jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $37,166 to $163,110 per year. Sanitation Worker, Community Health Worker, and Public Health Nurse currently have the most job openings.
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Updated Oct 26, 2026
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Job openings
Sanitation Worker
United States
$18.87
per hour
Community Health Worker
United States
$25.15
per hour
Public Health Nurse
United States
$74,739
per year
Sanitation Supervisor
United States
$71,971
per year
Public Health Engineer
United States
$48.78
per hour
Community Health Navigator
United States
$24.55
per hour
Digestive Disease Specialist
United States
$163,110
per year
Director of Public Health
United States
$131,608
per year
Public Health Analyst
United States
$40.08
per hour
Public Health Coordinator
United States
$28.77
per hour
Public Health Intern
United States
$18.58
per hour
Public Health Administrator
United States
$83,688
per year
Healthcare Policy Advisor
United States
$117,266
per year
Public Health Advisor
United States
$117,481
per year
Public Health Project Coordinator
United States
$36.78
per hour
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Sanitation Worker
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Sanitation Workers collect and dispose of waste, maintain cleanliness in public spaces, and operate collection equipment. They need safe handling skills, knowledge of waste segregation, and physical stamina to succeed in diverse environments.
Sanitation Worker jobs take 44 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 21% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$18.87 per hourSkills
- Custodial experience
- Commercial cleaning
- Janitorial experience
- English
- Food safety
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Community Health Worker
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Community health workers educate and support communities on health resources and prevention strategies. Key skills for this role include cultural competence, effective communication and understanding of public health issues.
Community Health Worker jobs take 39 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 11% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 11% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$25.15 per hourSkills
- Bilingual
- Computer skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Motivational interviewing
- Communication skills
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Public Health Nurse
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Public Health Nurses provide health education, conduct community outreach, and perform disease prevention. RN license, public health experience, and strong communication skills are vital.
Public Health Nurse jobs take 62 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 10% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$74,739 per yearSkills
- Nursing
- Public health nursing
- Public health
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
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Sanitation Supervisor
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Sanitation supervisors oversee cleaning processes, ensure compliance with hygiene standards and manage sanitation staff. Expertise in sanitation procedures, strong leadership skills and attention to detail are essential in this role.
Sanitation Supervisor jobs take 27 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$71,971 per yearSkills
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- GMP
- Manufacturing
- Sanitation
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Public Health Engineer
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Public health engineers design systems to improve community health, focusing on sanitation and water quality. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of public health principles and the ability to work with diverse populations are essential in this role.
Public Health Engineer jobs take 35 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 13% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 26% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Community Health Navigator
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Community health navigators assist patients in accessing healthcare, educate patients about health resources and track outcomes. Knowledge of community health systems, strong interpersonal skills and organizational ability are key in this role.
Community Health Navigator jobs take 21 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 24% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 8% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$24.55 per hourSkills
- Addiction counseling
- Care plans
- Case management
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Digestive Disease Specialist
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Digestive Disease Specialists diagnose and treat gastrointestinal disorders, perform endoscopic procedures, and develop patient care plans. They need expertise in digestive health, strong diagnostic skills, and familiarity with the latest GI treatment methods.
Currently, 6% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Director of Public Health
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Directors of Public Health oversee health programs, manage staff, and ensure regulatory compliance. Public health expertise, strategic leadership, and policy development skills enhance community wellness.
Currently, 15% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$131,608 per yearSkills
- Public relations
- Epidemiology
- Budgeting
- Administrative experience
- Computer skills
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Public Health Analyst
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Public Health Analysts assess health data, evaluate programs, and recommend policies to improve community health. Candidates need analytical skills, knowledge of health issues, and experience in research methodologies.
Currently, 29% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$40.08 per hour -
Public Health Coordinator
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Public Health Coordinators manage health programs, oversee data collection, and collaborate with community partners. Candidates should have project management experience, knowledge of public health issues, and strong communication skills.
Currently, 30% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 12% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$28.77 per hourSkills
- Public health
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
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Public Health Intern
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Public Health Interns assist in data collection, support community outreach initiatives, and aid in health education programs. They need knowledge of public health principles, proficiency with data tools, and effective communication skills for diverse audiences.
Currently, 30% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 24% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Public Health Administrator
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Public Health Administrators plan community health programmes, manage resources to meet public needs, and ensure compliance with health regulations. They need expertise in health policy, data analysis skills, and knowledge of healthcare systems and public health laws.
Currently, 10% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 5% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$83,688 per year -
Healthcare Policy Advisor
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Healthcare Policy Advisors analyze health regulations, design policies to improve care access, and guide stakeholders on compliance. They need expertise in healthcare legislation, strong research skills, and knowledge of public health systems to succeed.
Currently, 11% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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$117,266 per year -
Public Health Advisor
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Public health advisors analyze policies, provide strategic recommendations and monitor health programs for effectiveness. Key skills for this role include expertise in public health policy, analytical thinking and strong communication.
Currently, 17% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
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Public Health Project Coordinator
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Public Health Project Coordinators oversee program implementation, coordinate community outreach, and monitor health outcomes. They need expertise in project management, knowledge of public health guidelines, and strong communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
Currently, 22% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 11% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$36.78 per hourSkills
- Project implementation
- Project coordination
- Community engagement
- Management
- Organizational skills