Health Department

The Scott County Health Department promotes, protects, and preserves health through leadership, service, education and partnerships.

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Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Health Department (Full-time) $66,892.80 to $92,206.40 per year plus benefits.

Application Deadline: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time. (3 days remain) Time is running out Expires soon!
poster for learning about more about cancer in scott county
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 3:00pm

Join experts from the Iowa Cancer Registry and University of Iowa College of Public Health to learn about cancer trends, statistics, and risk factors in Scott County.

Honor flight veterans at a memorial in Washington DC.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 12:00am

Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observation of Veterans Day.

Visit the Scott County Veterans Memorial of those from Scott County who made the supreme sacrifice. For Veterans Day information including proclamations, history, posters, and more, visit http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/.

PHAB seal for accredited health departments

Scott County Health Department has achieved national public health reaccreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board. Learn more.

Fight the Flu! Get Your Flu Shot

Yearly influenza vaccination continues to be recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. If you have questions about the flu shot or other vaccinations, talk to your healthcare provider!

September flowers and a hard hat.
Monday, September 7, 2026 - 12:00am

Scott County offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 in observation of Labor Day. Have a safe Labor Day weekend.