Epidemiologist 2

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Epidemiologist 2 (10767)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur GA DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit .

LOCATION: Richardson Health Center
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Epidemiology
SALARY INFORMATION: $66158.17 Annually / Pay Grade M / Job Code HCP181

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
• Pension Plan
• Employer 401K Match
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Worksite Wellness
• Diverse Workforce
• Opportunities for Growth
• Hybrid teleworking optionfor
  eligible positions after probation

Under general supervision plans develops and conducts epidemiologic investigations surveillance and interventions to evaluate retention care patterns in People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). Collects analyzes and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiologic reports. Serves as an intermediate-level professional epidemiologist responsible for carrying out a broad and complex range of analytical epidemiologic activities related to the surveillance detection prevention of HIV/AIDS. Works independently or as an experienced team member. Communicate epidemiological data for educational purposes for internal and external partners and translate data to public health action.As per grant funding requirements this position may occasionally require hours outside the defined work schedule plus weekends.
TYPICAL TASKS:
Under general supervision collect and analyze HIV/AIDS related data for the Early Care Clinics Ryan White Program.
Investigate data trends and patterns in People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) (trends in HIV/AIDS diagnoses HIV/AIDS related deaths and other pertinent factors in the HIV Care Continuum) to help address HIV care retention and help focus programmatic efforts.
Create and submit monthly updates and quarterly reports on data findings to the Ryan White Program and for other stakeholders or public.
Complete any other data related tasks as assigned.
Correlate HIV surveillance data to other datasets to become cognizant of specific aspects of HIV on a local state and national level.
Present at professional meetings and collaborate with public health and academic partners.

Bachelors degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND Three years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field
OR
Two years of experience at the lower-level Epidemiologist 1 (HCP180) or position equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the minimum qualifications preference will be given to applicants with experience demonstrating competence in conducting public health surveillance analyzing epidemiologic data and implementing control measures.

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.

Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting Previous Employment Reference Check Specific Immunizations Motor vehicle check and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

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DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.