Communications & Marketing Assistant

Location: Pontiac, Michigan, United States

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

$57,394 - $76,897

This is a hybrid position

Are you ready to use your creativity and communication skills to promote public health? Join Oakland County’s Health and Human Services team as a Communications and Marketing Assistant, supporting social media content from initial planning through publication for the Health Division and Neighborhood & Housing Development (NHD) Division.

What You’ll Do

• Help plan, draft, coordinate, and publish social media content that connects residents with public health and housing information, programs, and services
• Maintain content calendars and manage project timelines to keep communications timely and organized
• Collaborate with Health Division and NHD staff to turn topics into clear, engaging content
• Maintain consistent messaging and branding across social media and other marketing channels
• Track content performance and analyze data to help improve future outreach
• Assist in developing and maintaining procedures that streamline content planning, review, and publication
• Use Countywide and department-specific software to complete assignments and support communication projects

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Support the public health mission of promoting and protecting the health and well-being of our community
• See your creative ideas come to life through social media content that informs and engages residents
• Use your writing, marketing, and organizational skills across a variety of meaningful public health topics
• Collaborate with dedicated professionals to make health information accessible and easy to understand
• Be part of the Health & Human Service Department’s Culture of Care

Minimum Qualifications