Job Details

Salary: $39,000.00 - $43,000.00 Annually
Location : Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Salaried
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00813
Division: Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD)
Unit: Non LTC Management & Program
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date: 2/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
Pay Grade: G
The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)is one of Georgia's four health agencies serving the state's growing population of over 10 million people. DCH serves as the lead agency for Medicaid, oversees the State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) and Healthcare Facility Regulation, impacting one in four Georgians.
Through effective planning, purchasing and oversight, DCH provides access to affordable, quality health care to millions of Georgians, including some of the state's most vulnerable and under-served populations. Six enterprise offices support the work of the agency's three program divisions. DCH employees are based in Atlanta, Cordele and across the state.
DCH is committed to providing superior Customer Service and Communication, embracing Teamwork and fostering Accountability to ensure that our internal and external customers and stakeholders feel included, respected, engaged and secure.
The Georgia Department of Community Health is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant 2, Acute and Continuing Care Unit with the Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD). This is a hybrid position that requires in-office and remote work with the approval of the supervisor. The days and frequency in the office can change at any time during employment based on the business needs of the organization.

Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Acute Care Program Manager, this position works directly with senior management, performs advanced and diversified secretarial/clerical duties requiring broad and comprehensive experience, skill and knowledge of organization policies and procedures in support of the department. This position also completes administrative tasks and special projects as requested by the program manager. This position may be cross-trained in various assignments related to the operation of the department. Additionally, this position may perform the job duties listed below.

• Perform general office procedures to include processing of mail, answering of telephone, use copier, and procedures that lead to efficiency and effectiveness of the office.
• Assist in providing a variety of administrative and clerical support functions to facilitate the workflow of the acute care program.
• Display a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.
• Gather, compile, and analyze data to meet the needs of the acute care program.
• Conduct and coordinate operational and related research to support strategic and business planning for the acute care program.
• Run report queries monthly and distributes in accordance with defined protocol.
• Receive end-of-month database report from the QIES/ASPEN coordinator and distribute to appropriate acute care staff.
• Process certification and accreditation documentation
• Update Deemed/Non-Deemed Provider information
• Oversee all administrative licensure change requests
• Prepare documents for Laser Fiche for processing and records retention.
• Close recertification kits when all documents have been received after the kit has been uploaded.
• Mail letters to complainants and facilities after complaints have been totally resolved and closed.
• Proficient in Office Products (word and excel).
• Display excellent customer service skills, computer skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Effectively operate multiple database systems to review and make updates as necessary.
• Assist with processing permits for all the acute care program's facility types.
• Input data from various sources in database systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs of the Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

Note: The above job description represents the general nature, primary duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for the work performed by employees within this job but is not a comprehensive and exhaustive list. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, and specific duties, responsibilities, and activities within the core nature of the job may change at any time with or without notice. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, as specified by the employing entity, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Admin Assistant 1 (GST050) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have an administrative support background and in addition to meeting the qualifications listed above, possess the following:

• Work experience in an Administrative Support position within the past six months
• Self-starter, excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner
• Ability to multi-task, solve problems, and maintain effective relationships with multi-level personnel and customers
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to exhibit professional customer service skills through effective communication and correspondence
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments
• Be a team player, be flexible and able to pivot, and have an exceptional customer service attitude

Additional Information
EARN MORE THAN A SALARY!

In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Community Health offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE LISTED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.CURRENT GEORGIA STATE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES WILL BE SUBJECT TO STATE PERSONNEL BOARD (SPB) RULE PROVISIONS. THE POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LOWER OR HIGHER POSITION LEVEL.
This position is unclassified and employment is at-will. Candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment background history and reference check.
For more information about this job and other career opportunities with DCH, please visit our Careers Page: .

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education completed?

• Juris Doctorate
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associates Degree
• Some College/Tech School
• High School Diploma
• GED
• None of the above

03

Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Community Health or an attached agency?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

04

How many years of work experience do you have in State Government?

• 3 years or more
• 1-2 years
• None

05

How many years of experience do you have performing a wide range of clerical / administrative support duties as a regular part of the job for a group of employees? (Please show experience in work experience section of application)

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 yr to less than 2yrs
• 2yrs to less than 3yrs
• 3yrs to less than 4yrs
• 4yrs or more

06

How many years of experience do you have working as an Administrative Assistant, Program Assistant or Secretary supporting a manager?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 yr to less than 2yrs
• 2yrs to less than 3yrs
• 3yrs to less than 4yrs
• 4yrs or more

07

How many years of experience do you have in operating multiple database systems, i.e., IQIES, and Laserfiche?

• None
• Less than 1 Yr
• 1 Yr to less than 2 Yrs
• 2 Yrs to less 3 Yrs
• 3 Yrs to less than 4 Yrs
• More than 4 Yrs

08

What level of recent experience do you have working with Microsoft Suite as a regular/daily part of your job?

• None.
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Expert

09

This is a hybrid position that requires in-office and remote work with the approval of your supervisor. Your days of frequency in the office can change at any time during your employment based on the business needs of the organization. Do you agree to this requirement?

• No
• Yes

10

Are you a US military veteran?

• Yes
• No

Required Question