Summer Business Assistant-HRL-Health & Human Services

Job Description:

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$13.88 to $16.20/hr
Hybrid, Pontiac, Michigan
May to August

Summer Business Assistant – Health Communications (Health & Human Services)

Oakland County Government – Health & Human Services
Create. Educate. Promote. Make Public Health Visible.

Are you a creative communicator who wants to use your skills to make a real impact? As a Summer Business Assistant in Health Communications in Health & Human Services with Oakland County Government, you’ll help shape how public health information reaches our community.

This is more than an office internship — it’s an opportunity to support health education campaigns, promote community events, and create meaningful content that informs and empowers residents.
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What You’ll Do
Under the guidance of Health Division professionals, you’ll support communications, outreach, and event initiatives that advance public health priorities.
You may:
• Assist in planning and promoting community health events, campaigns, and educational programs
• Create and edit content for newsletters, social media, flyers, web pages, and email communications
• Research public health topics to support educational materials and outreach strategies
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets to track campaign metrics, event participation, and outreach outcomes
• Help draft letters, reports, presentations, and internal communications
• Analyze engagement data and provide insights to improve messaging effectiveness
• Perform general administrative and project support duties for the Health Communications team
You’ll gain experience using countywide and department-specific software systems to support reporting, tracking, and digital communication efforts.
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Why You’ll Love It
• Hands-On Experience: Move beyond theory and apply communication strategies in a public health setting.
• Creative & Analytical Balance: Blend messaging, design, research, and data analysis in one dynamic role.
• Meaningful Impact: Help ensure residents have access to accurate, timely health information.
• Professional Growth: Work alongside experienced public health and communications professionals in a respected government organization.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

A. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Have completed at least two (2) years from an accredited college or university, including course work in Business Administration, Computer Science, Planning, Architecture, Economic, Education, Communication, Engineering, or a related area.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists supervisor with the various duties of a specific department. Gathers, reviews, and analyzes specific information as directed.
Generates and maintains spreadsheets and reports, records and other reference material or documents necessary for departmental use.
Performs general office duties including answering phones, filing, and copying.
Conducts research to identify the appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other material relevant to the assigned issue.
Composes, types, and prints general letters, spreadsheets, e-mail, and memoranda from rough drafts or general instructions, involving the assembly of data from computer and paper file or record sources.
Using the County's computer network and standard and proprietary software, prepares reports analyzing specific aspects of department structures, functions and/or operational procedures.

Utilizes current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate to accurately convey information, operate office equipment and supplies.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is carried out in a typical office environment.

When assigned to the Airport, may be exposed to airport elements.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.
 

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union*

*If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.