Epidemiologist I - Public Health - IDCU/SUR Grant

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County is seeking an Epidemiologist I to perform epidemiological investigation activities related to collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting illness data for the public health preparedness and emergency response team.

The role includes developing data collection systems, conducting statistical analyses, investigating outbreaks, preparing reports, and presenting findings to staff, partners, and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with at least two years of related experience.
• CHES certification preferred; other related certifications may be required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with development, maintenance, and analysis of a standard data collection system.
• Performs statistical analysis and reviews data results for accuracy.
• Conducts interviews and investigates outbreaks of infectious disease with senior staff.
• Prepares literature, graphs, and demonstrations on epidemiology for reports.
• Presents data and epidemiologic findings to staff, partners, and the public.
• Prepares periodic reports on incidence of infectious disease.
• Investigates disease origins and provides guidance to partners and stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred

Job description

Description

The Epidemiologist I performs epidemiological investigation activities related to collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting illness data collected as part of the public health preparedness and emergency response team.

Duties

• Assists with the development, maintenance, and analysis of a standard data collection system.
• Performs statistical analysis of health data and reviews data results and reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct interviews and investigate outbreaks of infectious disease, coordinating closely with the Epidemiologist II and Chief Epidemiologist.
• Secures and analyzes data, prepares literature, graphs, and demonstrations concerning epidemiology disease control; and compiles and maintains related reports.
• Presentation and publication of data and epidemiologic findings informing public health staff, partners, and the public.
• Prepares periodic reports summarizing the incidence of infectious disease.
• Investigates the origin of infectious diseases, establishes disease control procedures and provides epidemiological guidance to partners and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Performs other related duties as required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.
• Other specific certifications related to the area of assignment may be required for this position.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.

Supplemental Information

THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION.

Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

Family Medical Leave

Denton County employees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave.

The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave

• for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
• to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
• for an employee with a serious health condition

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlan.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf