Chronic Disease Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (PN 20013660)

Ohio Department of Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Health seeks an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor to lead chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance activities, supervise staff, and collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen Ohio's public health data products.

With responsibilities spanning study design, data quality, and reporting, this exempt position offers a Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive hourly pay range consistent with state pay bands.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level public health or preventive medicine program completed.
• 12 months of epidemiology investigation experience with local or federal health agency, including 6 months at Epidemiology Investigator 3.
• Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and manage chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance programs.
• Lead epidemiologic studies, surveys, field investigations, and program evaluations.
• Direct data analysis, data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with state and federal standards.
• Supervise and train epidemiology staff; assign work, evaluate performance, and support development.
• Produce and oversee reports, dashboards, fact sheets, grant deliverables, and evaluation documents.
• Participate in strategic planning, statewide health assessments, and development of goals and performance measures.
• Serve as liaison with ODH units, CDC, local health departments, and community groups.
• Respond to public inquiries, prepare correspondence, and deliver presentations.

Skills

Public Health

Budgeting

Interviewing

Management

Program Management

Coaching

Collaboration

Teamwork

Leading Others

Developing Others

Education

Graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine

12 months epidemiology investigation experience with local or federal health agency

6 months as Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763

Alternative, equivalent evidence of minimum qualifications

Job description

What You’ll Do

ODH's Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is seeking one (1)

What You’ll Do

ODH's Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is seeking one (1) Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor to lead chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance activities, manage studies and data systems, and oversee the development of public health data products. The role includes supervision, strategic planning, and collaboration with internal and external partners.

Primary Duties

• Plan, implement, and manage chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance programs.
• Lead epidemiologic studies, surveys, field investigations, and program evaluations.
• Direct data analysis, data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with state and federal standards.
• Supervise and train epidemiology staff; assign work, evaluate performance, and support development.
• Produce and oversee reports, dashboards, fact sheets, grant deliverables, and evaluation documents.
• Participate in strategic planning, statewide health assessments, and development of goals and performance measures.
• Serve as liaison with ODH units, CDC, local health departments, and community groups.
• Respond to public inquiries, prepare correspondence, and deliver presentations.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of 14 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Position Qualifications

Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine AND 12 mos. exp. in epidemiology investigation with local or federal health agency which included 6 mos. exp. performing duties comparable with duties of Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763.

OR

6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763.

OR

Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills:

Public Health

Technical Skills:

Budgeting, Interviewing, Management, Program Management

Professional Skills:

Coaching, Collaboration, Teamwork, Leading Others, Developing Others

Educational Transcript Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post‑high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity’s award of a putative degree.

Agency Contact Name and Information

Steven G. Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.

Unposting Date

Oct 14, 2026, 10:59:00 PM

Work Location

Health Department Building

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$40.40 per hour

Schedule

Full‑time

Work Hours

M-F, 8a-5p

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Professional Skills

Coaching, Collaboration, Developing Others, Leading Others, Teamwork

Agency Overview

Chronic Disease Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor

About Us

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well‑being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

In the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) , our vision is to provide a healthier and safer future for every community where all Ohioans have the access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW advances health and well‑being through evidence‑based programs, partnerships, and data utilization aimed at preventing and managing chronic disease; preventing violence and injury; promoting healthy lifestyles; and improving access to care. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses.