JC Health Department News & Alerts
The Jefferson County Health Department will use our News Posts to notify our county’s citizens of health updates that impact them. Browse our posts below, and be sure to sign up for Alerts to receive these notifications by email!
Back-to-School Immunizations 2020
The Jefferson County Health Department will be providing back-to-school required and recommended immunizations on Monday, August 3, 2020 through Friday, August 7, 2020 by appointment only. The State of West Virginia requires all students entering Kindergarten, 7th...
Cloth Face Coverings
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources has given us cloth face coverings to distribute in our community. They are 100% cotton and measure 6.5" by 4.5" (minus the ear loops). If you would like a few for yourself or your family, stop by the health...
Public Comment Period: Septic Reserve Areas
The Jefferson County Board of Health has drafted an amendment to its Local Rules, Policies and Procedures to reduce septic reserve area sizing from 20,000 to 10,000 square feet in some cases. The draft revision is available by clicking the link below or a copy can be...
Rabies Alert – Kearneysville
This is a public health notification that the Jefferson County (WV) Health Department has issued a Rabies Alert for the Warm Springs Road area of Kearneysville. The WV Office of Laboratory Services notified our office (JCHD) on June 5th, 2020 of a positive test...
Free COVID-19 Testing May 29&30
This Friday and Saturday, May 29 & 30, we will be offering free COVID-19 testing from 9:00AM - 4:00PM. Whether you've been feeling unwell, are required to have a test for work, or you just want to be tested for your own awareness, all are welcome! No appointment...
West Virginia Strong – The Comeback – Week 4 Guidance
Jefferson County's COVID-19 Task Force, a group made up of representatives from the county, municipalities and community stakeholders, has been meeting twice weekly to review and interpret guidance received from the governor's office. The documents below should help...
Accepting Applications – Local Health Administrator 1
The West Virginia Division of Personnel invites applications for the position of: Local Health Administrator 1 - Jefferson County Health Department SALARY: $3,064.92 - $5,670.08 Monthly $36,779.00 - $68,041.00 Annually DEPARTMENT: HD19-Jefferson County Health...
Free COVID-19 Testing
Our staff will be at Asbury United Methodist Church tomorrow and Saturday along with the WV National Guard to do drive-through COVID-19 testing from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information at coronavirus.wv.gov
Job Opening – Local Health Administrator I
Job Description for Posting Number: JEFF2002 LOCAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATOR I Closing Date: May 21, 2020 Education TRAINING: BACCALAUREATE DEGREE IN COMMUNITY HEALTH, HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, NURSING, OR PUBLIC OR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. SUBSTITUTION: QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE...
COVID-19, Reopening, and Hotspots
Currently, both the Safer at Home Order and WV Executive Order No. 20-20 are in effect in Jefferson County. After seeking clarification from the Governor's office, we have determined the following: The reopening of Jefferson County businesses per the Safer at Home...