Epidemiologist - Public Health Infectious Disease Program Specialist

1 week ago

Vancouver, Washington, United States Clark County Full time
Job Summary

This is a professional position in the Infectious Disease Program of the Public Health Department, responsible for carrying out a broad and complex range of investigative and analytical epidemiologic activities related to the investigation, surveillance, and prevention of notifiable conditions and other communicable diseases.

The Epidemiologist works independently, as an experienced team member or project member and with community partners in providing epidemiologic expertise for specific programs or more complex individual epidemiologic analyses.


The Work Includes:

  • Conducting communicable disease investigations and case or contact follow-up as appropriate.
  • Developing and designing methods of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data for both routine surveillance and special short-term purposes.
  • Routinely analyzing and interpreting both qualitative and quantitative data and writing reports and presenting data for a variety of audiences.
  • Coordinating epidemiological investigations and proposing and/or initiating public health recommendations based on findings.
  • Participating in the 24/7 Communicable Disease on-call rotation. Must be physically located within 45 minutes from CCPH when serving as the 24/7 on-call CD unit staff.

Our department values our community's diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public.

Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This position is represented by Local 33-LIUNA (Health Care Division, Laborers International Union of North America).

This position has the option of a hybrid remote work schedule, however, the candidate selected will need to reside in either Washington or Oregon.

No exceptions. Duties are performed mostly remotely with occasional work in the office or field, as required.
Qualifications
Qualifications:


Master's degree from a CEPH-accredited school of Public Health and coursework completion in biostatistics, epidemiology, research methodology, behavioral science, environmental science, and health education and promotion.

A minimum of two years' experience in the practice of epidemiology in a public health setting conducting epidemiologic investigations and/or research.

Knowledge of and demonstrated competence in data analysis software packets and data management tools (i.e., SAS, SPSS, etc.) and writing clear and professional reports.

Knowledge of and experience with the principles of scientific inquiry and the statistical measures and study designs used in epidemiology.


Knowledge of:
Key components of cultural competency; awareness of differences, attitude to examine beliefs and values, knowledge of differences; and skills to work effectively and appropriately across cultures;
Federal, state, and local infectious disease reporting requirements;
Epidemiologic study design including prevalence surveys, case control and cohort studies, and population sampling techniques;
General principles of toxicology, microbiology, genetics, and biology;
Advanced statistical measurement (linear, multiple, and logistic regression; factor analysis and discriminant function analysis; confidence intervals);
Principles and practices of quality assurance and quality improvement;
Methods and procedures of public policy development; and
Qualitative and quantitative data for use in strategic planning and decision-making.

Ability to:
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the highest of ethical and moral standards in the conduction of a scientific inquiry process;
Effectively and respectfully work with persons from diverse backgrounds including age, religion, national or ethnic origin, socioeconomic status, physical characteristics, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, health status, genetic predisposition, political belief, mental, or physical ability;
Identify the role of cultural, social, and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of Public Health services;
Research and implement approaches to address problems that take into account cultural differences and working with diverse populations;
Work autonomously with little or no direct supervision in the development and implementation of a project;
Demonstrate use of good judgment and the knowledge of when to seek additional help;
Confer with community partners about issues of public health significance;
Carry out policy directives in an effective and timely manner;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the public, policy makers, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, community agencies, and other County staff;
Prepare effective correspondence and reports;
Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing;
Effectively use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, e-mail, electronic scheduling, and internet to accomplish job functions;
Work effectively with people of differing perspectives and disciplines in and out of the department;
Recognize and address discrimination, stereotypes, and stigmas in the work environment;
Recognize features of personal behavior which are affected by culture; and
Work in stressful and sensitive situations.
Other Necessary Qualifications


Must be able to respond to public health emergencies or exercises at any time, except while on scheduled vacation or other leave.

In addition, leaves may be cancelled under public health emergencies.
Must protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal law.
Must adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines, including but not limited to timely completion of mandatory trainings.
Possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
Provide documentation of immune status per CCPH policy to vaccine-preventable diseases.
Finalist must successfully pass a criminal background check as required by RCW

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