Epidemiology & Disease Surveillance Manager

Other; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is seeking an experienced public health professional to manage the Epidemiology Program within the Disease Control Division. The role focuses on disease surveillance, investigation, and control of communicable diseases, including lead prevention and healthcare-associated infections.

This internal promotional opportunity requires coordination with healthcare facilities and external partners, supervision of staff, and timely responses to emerging

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience in an Epidemiology Program with reporting and disease investigation responsibilities.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Knowledge of epidemiology principles and state disease reporting statutes.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Master's degree in public health or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee disease surveillance, investigation, and control of communicable diseases.
• Supervise staff in the Epidemiology Program.
• Coordinate with healthcare facilities and external partners.
• Respond to emerging public health threats.

Skills

Epidemiology experience

Driver's license (FL)

Planning & coordination

Education

Master's degree in public health

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is seeking an experienced public health professional to manage the Epidemiology Program within the Disease Control Division. The role focuses on disease surveillance, investigation, and control of communicable diseases, including lead prevention and healthcare-associated infections.

This internal promotional opportunity requires coordination with healthcare facilities and external partners, supervision of staff, and timely responses to emerging