Chief Epidemiologist — Lead Disease Surveillance and Response

Collin County; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

200% retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Collin County is seeking a Chief Epidemiologist to direct and coordinate epidemiological services, disease surveillance, outbreak response, and related public health activities within the department.

The role leads Epidemiology staff, oversees workload and quality assurance, analyzes data, develops preventive strategies, and represents the county in emergencies, with on-call duties and travel to Austin and surrounding counties.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in epidemiology, public health, or a closely related field.
• Minimum five years of related professional experience in epidemiology or public health.
• Two years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel to Austin and surrounding counties for training and meetings.
• Ability to lead, analyze complex public health information, and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates epidemiological services, disease surveillance, case investigations, outbreak response, consultations, and related public health activities.
• Provides leadership and oversight to Epidemiology staff, including workload coordination, assignments, quality assurance, performance expectations, and compliance.
• Reviews and evaluates public health policies and resources to develop disease prevention, surveillance and response strategies.
• Analyzes epidemiological data and prepares reports, summaries, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides technical guidance, training, consultation, and education to officials, healthcare providers, and the public.
• Develops, evaluates and implements emergency preparedness and surveillance programs with appropriate protocols.
• Serves as subject matter expert for communicable disease surveillance, investigations, outbreak management, and emergencies.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws and ensures activities comply with requirements.
• Participates in public health emergencies, outbreaks, and other incidents requiring response.
• Participates in rotating epidemiology on-call schedule, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Leadership

Public health expertise

Communication

Travel willingness

On-call readiness

Education

Master’s degree in Epidemiology or Public Health

Ph.D. in Epidemiology or related field

MD/DO/MBBS or related degree

Job description

Collin County is seeking a Chief Epidemiologist to direct and coordinate epidemiological services, disease surveillance, outbreak response, and related public health activities within the department.

The role leads Epidemiology staff, oversees workload and quality assurance, analyzes data, develops preventive strategies, and represents the county in emergencies, with on-call duties and travel to Austin and surrounding counties.