Special Hiring Rates:
$60, Department of Health and Human Resources $60, Kanawha-Charleston Health Department

Continuous Recruitment, Select Locations:
The Department of Personnel anticipates several openings in the near future for this role. This recruitment aims to create a pool of interested candidates. Most positions are situated in Kanawha County, with occasional opportunities in other regions of the state.

Please ensure you indicate any counties you are willing to work in or commute to for proper placement on the register.

Nature of Work:

Under general supervision from a senior health professional or a higher-level Epidemiologist, this role involves advanced professional work and serves as a technical expert in the field of epidemiology.

Responsibilities include directing the collection and analysis of data on disease trends and formulating recommendations for disease control and prevention. The position entails leading investigations and surveys that impact national, statewide, or local health outcomes. Supervision may be provided to junior epidemiologists, nurse consultants, and support staff. Performance is assessed through meetings and written reports based on professional expertise and the quality of completed tasks. Related duties may be assigned as necessary.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Senior Epidemiologist is differentiated from the Junior Epidemiologist by the level of administrative responsibilities and technical expertise required.

A Senior Epidemiologist independently develops or designs studies or surveillance systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans and proposes policies for an effective disease reporting and investigation system for the state.
• Designs epidemiological data collection systems.
• Conducts and directs epidemiological investigations and studies.
• Processes and analyzes collected data to identify trends and potential causes of epidemiological issues.
• Recommends necessary investigations or special studies based on data analysis.
• Implements and evaluates the effectiveness of control or prevention measures.
• Provides consultative services regarding disease prevention and control to departmental personnel and community leaders.
• Assists in writing federal grant proposals related to disease control.
• Prepares and disseminates educational materials concerning disease incidence and control.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of epidemiological investigation principles and practices, public health administration, and biomedical sciences is essential. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. The ability to apply advanced epidemiological principles in health data analysis, evaluate epidemiological and statistical data, and supervise subordinate staff is crucial. Establishing effective working relationships with local health officials and the public is also necessary.

Training:

A Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in epidemiology, public health, or related fields, including coursework in epidemiology and biostatistics, is required. Alternatively, a Master's degree in relevant fields with specific coursework and experience in epidemiology may suffice.

Substitution:

Completion of relevant public health training programs may substitute for the required education.

IMPORTANT:

Ensure that your application is detailed and complete, as your eligibility score will be based on the information provided.

All relevant experience must be documented in the work experience section of your application.

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