Health Info & Assessment Supv

Whatcom County, WA; Unity (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Pension plan

Job summary

The Whatcom County Health Department seeks a Public Health professional to plan, coordinate, and supervise the daily operations of the Health Information and Assessment unit within Health and Community Services.

Supervises professional staff responsible for epidemiology, assessment, surveillance, program performance management, health informatics, data management, and population health analytics to support evidence-based public health practice and organizational decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in epidemiology, health informatics, statistics, data science, health information management, or a closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including at least three (3) years of lead or supervisor experience.
• Master's degree in epidemiology, health informatics, statistics, data science, health information management, or a closely related field. Experience working in a public health department or local health jurisdiction.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily operations of the Health Information and Assessment unit.
• Coordinates epidemiology, surveillance, assessment, health informatics, and population health data activities.
• Oversees the collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of public health information.
• Provides technical consultation to department leadership by interpreting public health data.
• Guides the development, enhancement, and effective use of health information systems.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Public health

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in epidemiology/health informatics/data science

Master's degree in epidemiology/health informatics/data science

Job description

The Whatcom County Health Department is seeking a Public Health professional to plan, coordinate, and supervise the daily operations of the Health Information and Assessment unit within Health and Community Services. Supervises professional staff responsible for epidemiology, assessment, surveillance, program performance management, health informatics, data management, and population health analytics to support evidence-based public health practice and organizational decision‑making.

This critical position will oversee the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of public health and program performance data while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, professional standards, and departmental policies.

Other key duties include:

• Supervises the daily operations of the Health Information and Assessment unit
• Coordinates epidemiology, surveillance, assessment, health informatics, and population health data activities
• Oversees the collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of public health information
• Provides technical consultation to department leadership by interpreting public health data
• Guides the development, enhancement, and effective use of health information systems,
• Supports department accreditation, performance management, community health assessment, and quality improvement initiatives
• Coordinates cross-departmental and community data initiatives by working with governmental agencies, healthcare providers, community organizations, and regional partners
• Administers assigned personnel functions by participating in recruitment, employee selection, performance evaluations, corrective action, and application of personnel policies and collective bargaining agreements.

Supervisor: Community and Organizational Development Manager

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

Salary: $7,203 - $10,458 per month

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annualpay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in epidemiology, health informatics, statistics, data science, health information management, or a closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including at least three (3) years of lead or supervisor experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in epidemiology, health informatics, statistics, data science, health information management, or a closely related field. Experience working in a public health department or local health jurisdiction.

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered. Experience may substitute for education, and education may substitute for experience when appropriate. Substitution does not apply where a specific degree, license, or certification is required by law, regulation, or professional standards.

Distinguish yourself in public service and make a commitment to our future. Whatcom County, WA is truly special and a great place to call home!

Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees ANDtheir family
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.
• 1st - 4th year 18.00 hours 5.4 Weeks
• 5th - 9th year 21.33 hours 6.4 Weeks
• 10th + year 24.67 hours 7.4 Weeks
• Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match
• $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional benefit information