Boston Public Health Commission
Government AdministrationMassachusetts, United States501-1000 Employees
The Boston Public Health Commission is the city’s public health department in government administration, located at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02128, United States. It employs 501-1000 people and works to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, with particular attention to communities affected by racism and systemic inequities. The agency delivers more than 40 programs and services across neighborhoods and across the lifespan, including accessible community-based health and social services, community engagement and advocacy, health-promoting policies and regulations, disease and injury prevention, emergency services, and health promotion and education services. Its stated values—equity, collaboration, anti-racism, people-centered approaches, and transparency—shape its work and its support for employees. Dating back to 1799, it is the nation's oldest health department and provides accessible, high-quality community-based health services and programming to build a healthy Boston. More information is available at https://boston.gov.