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SUPERVISING EPIDEMIOLOGIST
LOS ANGELES COUNTY Los Angeles, California, United States
EXAM NUMBER: PH1760F FIRST DAY OF FILING : Beginning Monday, June 22, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Position Information: Supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff in the provision of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating multiple health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations. Classification Standards: Positions allocable to this class report to a physician or higher-level manager and are responsible for providing administrative and technical supervision to Epidemiologists and other professional research and support staff. Positions direct the planning, design, implementation, and analysis of multiple epidemiological studies, including large field investigations and surveillance systems in a health program. This responsibility includes the coordination of epidemiology operations and activities across surveillance systems, studies, and field investigation in addition to overseeing complex data analyses. Some assignments in this class require positions to function as senior-level epidemiologist, which may not involve direct supervision of lower-level staff, by performing highly complex and specialized epidemiological studies and projects that incorporate and have significant impact on multiple public health program areas. These positions also provide highly specialized guidance and direction to Epidemiologists and other professionals in a variety of public health program areas and may coordinate the work and activities of epidemiology teams across multiple public health epidemiology programs. Essential Job Functions Supervises and provides technical direction to Epidemiologists and other professional research staff conducting multiple health-related epidemiological studies, field investigations, and surveillance systems including large-scale and high profile outbreak investigations. Functions as a primary or lead liaison with state and federal public health officials on epidemiology and surveillance activities related to a specific content area (e.g., HIV/AIDS, environmental health tracking, maternal-child health, or chronic non-infectious diseases). Provides oversight of grants and cooperative agreements that support epidemiological studies and surveillance activities. Conducts complex epidemiological analysis that involve large datasets, or linkage of multiple datasets, and require complex statistical analysis such as multivariate methods and advanced biostatics techniques (e.g., non-parametric regression or hierarchical regression). Represents the Department as a specialized or content-area epidemiology specialist on external committees, expert panels, and planning bodies. Functions as the primary or lead author on manuscripts for publication in peer-review journals and presents research findings at professional meetings. Advises programs on program evaluations that require complex research designs. Requirements Meet the one of the following requirement options at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process: Option I: Two years of post degree journey-level** experience planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist*** . -OR- Option II: A Master's* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- five (5) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. -OR- Option III: A Doctoral* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- two (2) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2 - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. ** Journey - level experience applies to a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an experienced worker, not a trainee, and is fully qualified and able to perform a specific trade without supervision. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist includes having a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent and experience planning, designing, implementing, evaluating, and managing health-related surveillance systems, original epidemiological studies and field investigations; and provides consultation to departmental staff and external health partners on epidemiological research methodology and design. No Out-of-Class Experience or Verification of Experience letters will be accepted. Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications beyond the required experience: Additional full time post degree experience beyond the requirements. Full time work experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analysis with spatial analyst (e.g., density) and/or spatial statistics tools (e.g., analyzing patterns, mapping clusters). Full time work experience working with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) package, Microsoft ACCESS, and Microsoft Excel or similar programs to import/export, manage large data sets (data cleaning, data mining, data matching/merging), and analyze data (e.g., descriptive statistics). Full time work experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, and cross-sectional data. Full time work experience working with public health programs such as (e.g., Chronic Disease, HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis etc.) Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above, our assessment process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (assessment process) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Notifications: For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score on both assessment parts will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Exam Number: PH1760F Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact Email: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: PH1760F FIRST DAY OF FILING : Beginning Monday, June 22, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Position Information: Supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff in the provision of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating multiple health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations. Classification Standards: Positions allocable to this class report to a physician or higher-level manager and are responsible for providing administrative and technical supervision to Epidemiologists and other professional research and support staff. Positions direct the planning, design, implementation, and analysis of multiple epidemiological studies, including large field investigations and surveillance systems in a health program. This responsibility includes the coordination of epidemiology operations and activities across surveillance systems, studies, and field investigation in addition to overseeing complex data analyses. Some assignments in this class require positions to function as senior-level epidemiologist, which may not involve direct supervision of lower-level staff, by performing highly complex and specialized epidemiological studies and projects that incorporate and have significant impact on multiple public health program areas. These positions also provide highly specialized guidance and direction to Epidemiologists and other professionals in a variety of public health program areas and may coordinate the work and activities of epidemiology teams across multiple public health epidemiology programs. Essential Job Functions Supervises and provides technical direction to Epidemiologists and other professional research staff conducting multiple health-related epidemiological studies, field investigations, and surveillance systems including large-scale and high profile outbreak investigations. Functions as a primary or lead liaison with state and federal public health officials on epidemiology and surveillance activities related to a specific content area (e.g., HIV/AIDS, environmental health tracking, maternal-child health, or chronic non-infectious diseases). Provides oversight of grants and cooperative agreements that support epidemiological studies and surveillance activities. Conducts complex epidemiological analysis that involve large datasets, or linkage of multiple datasets, and require complex statistical analysis such as multivariate methods and advanced biostatics techniques (e.g., non-parametric regression or hierarchical regression). Represents the Department as a specialized or content-area epidemiology specialist on external committees, expert panels, and planning bodies. Functions as the primary or lead author on manuscripts for publication in peer-review journals and presents research findings at professional meetings. Advises programs on program evaluations that require complex research designs. Requirements Meet the one of the following requirement options at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process: Option I: Two years of post degree journey-level** experience planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist*** . -OR- Option II: A Master's* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- five (5) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. -OR- Option III: A Doctoral* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- two (2) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2 - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. ** Journey - level experience applies to a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an experienced worker, not a trainee, and is fully qualified and able to perform a specific trade without supervision. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist includes having a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent and experience planning, designing, implementing, evaluating, and managing health-related surveillance systems, original epidemiological studies and field investigations; and provides consultation to departmental staff and external health partners on epidemiological research methodology and design. No Out-of-Class Experience or Verification of Experience letters will be accepted. Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications beyond the required experience: Additional full time post degree experience beyond the requirements. Full time work experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analysis with spatial analyst (e.g., density) and/or spatial statistics tools (e.g., analyzing patterns, mapping clusters). Full time work experience working with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) package, Microsoft ACCESS, and Microsoft Excel or similar programs to import/export, manage large data sets (data cleaning, data mining, data matching/merging), and analyze data (e.g., descriptive statistics). Full time work experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, and cross-sectional data. Full time work experience working with public health programs such as (e.g., Chronic Disease, HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis etc.) Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above, our assessment process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (assessment process) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Notifications: For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score on both assessment parts will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Exam Number: PH1760F Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact Email: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Los Angeles County
CHIEF EPIDEMIOLOGIST
LOS ANGELES COUNTY Los Angeles, California, United States
EXAM NUMBER: PH1761B FIRST DAY OF FILING : Beginning Friday, June 26, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Position Information: Directs the operations and administration of a major epidemiology program within the Department of Public Health. Classification Standards: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to the Department of Public Health and work under the general direction of a physician or higher-level program manager. Incumbents plan, develop, implement, and evaluate multiple epidemiological studies and surveillance systems that are of broad scope and complexity, in addition to responsibility for program personnel administration, grant development and budgeting, and development of new epidemiology projects. These positions also function as the leading departmental authority on matters of epidemiology and epidemiologic surveillance across a broad range of diseases and associated risk factors addressed within public health programs. The Chief Epidemiologist is distinguished from the Supervising Epidemiologist in that the latter is primarily responsible for supervising the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff. Essential Job Functions Oversees and evaluates the work of a team of Supervising Epidemiologists in a major public health epidemiology program. Directs the design, development, coordination, implementation, and management of complex public health epidemiological studies and surveillance systems and ensures that program and project goals and objectives are consistent, compatible, and complementary. Establishes the objectives and priorities for the activities and operations of a major public health epidemiology program. Directs the analysis and evaluation of epidemiological and surveillance data for the development of department-wide policies and procedures; establishes standards of practice, protocols, and policies for the epidemiology program and the conduct of research projects. Determines the scope and nature of proposals, projects, and studies to be carried out in the epidemiology program; reviews, approves the design of, and directs the coordination of epidemiological studies. Provides consultation to public health program managers and professional staff concerning research methodology and design for the conduct of epidemiological studies. Advises the Director of Public Health and executive and program management on issues of epidemiology, patterns of morbidity and mortality, and health risks in the County population as these impact program objectives and services. Represents the department as required in public forums and in meetings with public and private agencies. Directs the development of, or functions as lead author on, reports and manuscripts that address complex public health problems having broad implications for public health practices and policies. Requirements Meet one of the following requirement options at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process: Option I: A Master's* degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- five (5) years of experience supervising epidemiologists in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies, and field investigations, at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Supervising Epidemiologist** -OR- OPTION II: A Doctoral* degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- three (3) years of experience supervising epidemiologists in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies, and field investigations, at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Supervising Epidemiologist** LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. **Experience at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Supervising Epidemiologist is defined as supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff in the provision of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating multiple health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations. No Out-of-Class Experience or Verification of Experience letters will be accepted. Desirable Qualifications: Additional points will be awarded for experience beyond the experience requirements. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above, our assessment process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (assessment process) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Notifications: For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score on both assessment parts will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Exam Number: PH1761B Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact Email: HRExams @ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: PH1761B FIRST DAY OF FILING : Beginning Friday, June 26, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Position Information: Directs the operations and administration of a major epidemiology program within the Department of Public Health. Classification Standards: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to the Department of Public Health and work under the general direction of a physician or higher-level program manager. Incumbents plan, develop, implement, and evaluate multiple epidemiological studies and surveillance systems that are of broad scope and complexity, in addition to responsibility for program personnel administration, grant development and budgeting, and development of new epidemiology projects. These positions also function as the leading departmental authority on matters of epidemiology and epidemiologic surveillance across a broad range of diseases and associated risk factors addressed within public health programs. The Chief Epidemiologist is distinguished from the Supervising Epidemiologist in that the latter is primarily responsible for supervising the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff. Essential Job Functions Oversees and evaluates the work of a team of Supervising Epidemiologists in a major public health epidemiology program. Directs the design, development, coordination, implementation, and management of complex public health epidemiological studies and surveillance systems and ensures that program and project goals and objectives are consistent, compatible, and complementary. Establishes the objectives and priorities for the activities and operations of a major public health epidemiology program. Directs the analysis and evaluation of epidemiological and surveillance data for the development of department-wide policies and procedures; establishes standards of practice, protocols, and policies for the epidemiology program and the conduct of research projects. Determines the scope and nature of proposals, projects, and studies to be carried out in the epidemiology program; reviews, approves the design of, and directs the coordination of epidemiological studies. Provides consultation to public health program managers and professional staff concerning research methodology and design for the conduct of epidemiological studies. Advises the Director of Public Health and executive and program management on issues of epidemiology, patterns of morbidity and mortality, and health risks in the County population as these impact program objectives and services. Represents the department as required in public forums and in meetings with public and private agencies. Directs the development of, or functions as lead author on, reports and manuscripts that address complex public health problems having broad implications for public health practices and policies. Requirements Meet one of the following requirement options at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process: Option I: A Master's* degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- five (5) years of experience supervising epidemiologists in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies, and field investigations, at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Supervising Epidemiologist** -OR- OPTION II: A Doctoral* degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- three (3) years of experience supervising epidemiologists in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies, and field investigations, at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Supervising Epidemiologist** LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. **Experience at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Supervising Epidemiologist is defined as supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff in the provision of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating multiple health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations. No Out-of-Class Experience or Verification of Experience letters will be accepted. Desirable Qualifications: Additional points will be awarded for experience beyond the experience requirements. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above, our assessment process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (assessment process) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Notifications: For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score on both assessment parts will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Exam Number: PH1761B Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact Email: HRExams @ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Los Angeles County
EPIDEMIOLOGIST
LOS ANGELES COUNTY Los Angeles, California, United States
EXAM NUMBER: PH1759C FIRST DAY OF FILING : April 24, 2020 Beginning Friday, April 24, 2020, at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A RE-BULLETIN TO OPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND UP-DATE BULLETIN LANGUAGE. DEFINITION: Plans, designs, implements, evaluates, and manages health-related surveillance systems, original epidemiologic studies and field investigations; and provides consultation to departmental staff and external health partners on epidemiologic research methodology and design. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Supervising Epidemiologist, physician, or higher-level manager. Under general direction, positions are responsible for planning, designing, conducting and/or managing epidemiologic studies, field investigations, and complex surveillance systems. This responsibility includes assignments of a single large and complex project or multiple smaller projects; developing study protocols and methodologies, conducting advanced data analyses, responding to complex data requests, and preparing community reports and technical reports that involve interpretation of findings and policy recommendations. Epidemiologists may also provide technical and administrative supervision to Epidemiology Analysts and other lower-level professional and technical support staff. Essential Job Functions Plans, conducts, and evaluates epidemiological studies and investigations of disease outbreaks; including the development of study design and methodology, analysis of case and control data, and preparation of reports on the study or investigation findings. Plans, manages, and evaluates data collection and surveillance systems to investigate and control acute, chronic, and other health related diseases. Conducts complex data analyses on large and small datasets using methodological techniques and computer software appropriate for epidemiological analysis. Conducts investigations of environmental health threats, including collecting and analyzing health and environmental data; prepares interpretation of findings and disseminates recommended prevention and control measures. Supports program and policy planning activities of the department with reports and information and by serving as an epidemiological content specialist on program planning or evaluation team. Analyzes health-related trends; assesses individual- and community-level risk factors in the population; interprets and reports findings that have public health implications and develops policy recommendations. Responds to complex requests for data on health-related statistics and associated risk behaviors. Prepares technical reports or participates as a co-author on publications in peer-review journals; presents research findings at professional meetings. Participates in the preparation of grant applications to support enhanced surveillance and targeted epidemiologic research on a specific health-related problem. Supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologist Analysts and other support staff investigating environmental health threats, participating in community health improvement initiatives, responding to data requests, and various other epidemiology related studies, investigations, and research. Requirements Meet the following experience and license requirements at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process. OPTION I : A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology - AND - three (3) years of full-time experience assisting in the design, conduct, and evaluation of epidemiologic studies and field investigations. -OR- OPTION II: A Doctoral degree* from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS 2 - Light - Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to qualify, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter signed by the Director of the Registrar, or an evaluation report of a transcript with your application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Official diploma or official transcript, of official letter are defined as transcript or letter that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. An evaluation report of a transcript is defined as a report issued by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with modeling techniques to predict trends or assess the impact of public health efforts in chronic and infectious disease prevention and control (e.g.such as but not limited to discrete event modeling, agent-based modeling, and related data simulations). Experience working with Epidemiologic research methodology (e.g. epidemiologic measures, study design, stratified analysis techniques). Experience working with advanced statistics (e.g. Poisson, generalized linear, logistic, logic, negative binomial, hierarchical, and Bayesian regression). Experience working with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) programming language (e.g. merging, concatenating and transposing large datasets, and using macros, arrays, SQL). Experience working with large Public Datasets (e.g. US Census, NHANES and NHIS) Experience working with the Institutional Review Boards (IRB), Records Act and Freedom of International Act. Experience preparing Peer-reviewed manuscripts, health briefs, or health impact assessments. Experience in leading public health program evaluations and investigations, such as outbreaks, clusters, and contact investigations, and conducting outreach initiatives among high risk populations. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience based upon application, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the experience requirements listed above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the hiring list (Eligible Register) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Notifications and final results for this examination will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application and to your account inbox at My Career Page Website . It is important that candidates provide a valid e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjob.com to your e-mail address book and list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. See Supplemental Questionnaire for more information. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score the assessment will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-8488 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact E-mail: hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Apr 05, 2021
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: PH1759C FIRST DAY OF FILING : April 24, 2020 Beginning Friday, April 24, 2020, at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A RE-BULLETIN TO OPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND UP-DATE BULLETIN LANGUAGE. DEFINITION: Plans, designs, implements, evaluates, and manages health-related surveillance systems, original epidemiologic studies and field investigations; and provides consultation to departmental staff and external health partners on epidemiologic research methodology and design. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Supervising Epidemiologist, physician, or higher-level manager. Under general direction, positions are responsible for planning, designing, conducting and/or managing epidemiologic studies, field investigations, and complex surveillance systems. This responsibility includes assignments of a single large and complex project or multiple smaller projects; developing study protocols and methodologies, conducting advanced data analyses, responding to complex data requests, and preparing community reports and technical reports that involve interpretation of findings and policy recommendations. Epidemiologists may also provide technical and administrative supervision to Epidemiology Analysts and other lower-level professional and technical support staff. Essential Job Functions Plans, conducts, and evaluates epidemiological studies and investigations of disease outbreaks; including the development of study design and methodology, analysis of case and control data, and preparation of reports on the study or investigation findings. Plans, manages, and evaluates data collection and surveillance systems to investigate and control acute, chronic, and other health related diseases. Conducts complex data analyses on large and small datasets using methodological techniques and computer software appropriate for epidemiological analysis. Conducts investigations of environmental health threats, including collecting and analyzing health and environmental data; prepares interpretation of findings and disseminates recommended prevention and control measures. Supports program and policy planning activities of the department with reports and information and by serving as an epidemiological content specialist on program planning or evaluation team. Analyzes health-related trends; assesses individual- and community-level risk factors in the population; interprets and reports findings that have public health implications and develops policy recommendations. Responds to complex requests for data on health-related statistics and associated risk behaviors. Prepares technical reports or participates as a co-author on publications in peer-review journals; presents research findings at professional meetings. Participates in the preparation of grant applications to support enhanced surveillance and targeted epidemiologic research on a specific health-related problem. Supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologist Analysts and other support staff investigating environmental health threats, participating in community health improvement initiatives, responding to data requests, and various other epidemiology related studies, investigations, and research. Requirements Meet the following experience and license requirements at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process. OPTION I : A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology - AND - three (3) years of full-time experience assisting in the design, conduct, and evaluation of epidemiologic studies and field investigations. -OR- OPTION II: A Doctoral degree* from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS 2 - Light - Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to qualify, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter signed by the Director of the Registrar, or an evaluation report of a transcript with your application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Official diploma or official transcript, of official letter are defined as transcript or letter that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. An evaluation report of a transcript is defined as a report issued by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with modeling techniques to predict trends or assess the impact of public health efforts in chronic and infectious disease prevention and control (e.g.such as but not limited to discrete event modeling, agent-based modeling, and related data simulations). Experience working with Epidemiologic research methodology (e.g. epidemiologic measures, study design, stratified analysis techniques). Experience working with advanced statistics (e.g. Poisson, generalized linear, logistic, logic, negative binomial, hierarchical, and Bayesian regression). Experience working with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) programming language (e.g. merging, concatenating and transposing large datasets, and using macros, arrays, SQL). Experience working with large Public Datasets (e.g. US Census, NHANES and NHIS) Experience working with the Institutional Review Boards (IRB), Records Act and Freedom of International Act. Experience preparing Peer-reviewed manuscripts, health briefs, or health impact assessments. Experience in leading public health program evaluations and investigations, such as outbreaks, clusters, and contact investigations, and conducting outreach initiatives among high risk populations. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience based upon application, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the experience requirements listed above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the hiring list (Eligible Register) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Notifications and final results for this examination will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application and to your account inbox at My Career Page Website . It is important that candidates provide a valid e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjob.com to your e-mail address book and list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. See Supplemental Questionnaire for more information. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score the assessment will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-8488 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact E-mail: hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Community Health Epidemiologist
Oklahoma State Department of Health Carter, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position (PIN 34003596) in state government, located in southcentral Oklahoma. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is based on education and experience. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. This position will provide support to Carter, Stephens, Jefferson, Love, Marshall, Johnston, Pontotoc, Murray and Garvin Counties. Position Responsibilities •Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. •Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods •Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. •Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. •The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. •The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. •Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. •A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. •Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. •Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. •Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. •Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. •Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. •Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. •Assist in writing grant applications. •Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects Education and Experience •Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. •Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a public Health setting is also qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment •Office Environment •Computer based •Travel may be required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 16, 2021
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position (PIN 34003596) in state government, located in southcentral Oklahoma. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is based on education and experience. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. This position will provide support to Carter, Stephens, Jefferson, Love, Marshall, Johnston, Pontotoc, Murray and Garvin Counties. Position Responsibilities •Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. •Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods •Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. •Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. •The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. •The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. •Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. •A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. •Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. •Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. •Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. •Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. •Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. •Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. •Assist in writing grant applications. •Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects Education and Experience •Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. •Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a public Health setting is also qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment •Office Environment •Computer based •Travel may be required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Community Health Epidemiologist
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34002428) in state government, located in the southeast region of Oklahoma. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ].The annual salary will be based on education and experience. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. This position will provide support to Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha counties. Position Responsibilities • Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. • Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods • Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. • The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. • The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. • Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. • A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. • Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. • Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. • Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. • Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. • Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. • Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. • Assist in writing grant applications. • Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects. Education and Experience • Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. • Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a Public Health setting is also qualifying. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Office Environment • Computer based • Travel may be required NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Feb 22, 2021
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34002428) in state government, located in the southeast region of Oklahoma. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ].The annual salary will be based on education and experience. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. This position will provide support to Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha counties. Position Responsibilities • Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. • Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods • Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. • The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. • The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. • Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. • A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. • Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. • Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. • Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. • Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. • Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. • Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. • Assist in writing grant applications. • Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects. Education and Experience • Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. • Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a Public Health setting is also qualifying. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Office Environment • Computer based • Travel may be required NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Community Health Epidemiologist
Oklahoma State Department of Health Beaver, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $62,000.00 based on education and experience . Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. Position Responsibilities • Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. • Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods • Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. • The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. • The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. • Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. • A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. • Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. • Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. • Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. • Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. • Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. • Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. • Assist in writing grant applications. • Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects. Education and Experience • Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. • Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a Public Health setting is also qualifying. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Office Environment • Computer based • Travel may be required NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Feb 19, 2021
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $62,000.00 based on education and experience . Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. Position Responsibilities • Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. • Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods • Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. • The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. • The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. • Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. • A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. • Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. • Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. • Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. • Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. • Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. • Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. • Assist in writing grant applications. • Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects. Education and Experience • Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. • Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a Public Health setting is also qualifying. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Office Environment • Computer based • Travel may be required NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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