Public Health Analyst

DSHS Job Advertisements (WA State Department of Social and Health Services); Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Up to 10% travel

Job summary

DSHS is seeking an Epidemiologist II in Austin to oversee public data dissemination across multiple health datasets. The role focuses on translating epidemiological analyses into accessible visualizations and data products for diverse audiences.

Collaborate with GIS and data visualization teams and contribute to psychiatric, adolescent, and community health datasets. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college with relevant epidemiology or biostatistics coursework.
• Experience using SAS, R, SQL or other analytical software is preferred.
• Master’s degree is preferred; substitution with applicable experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex epidemiological analyses and translate findings into clear data visualizations.
• Manage data program areas and develop diverse public health data products.
• Plan and execute strategic data projects with internal and external partners.
• Support disaster response or continuity of operations as needed.

Skills

Epidemiology concepts

Data visualization

Geospatial concepts

Statistical concepts

Public health principles

Technical writing

Verbal and written communication

Tableau

SAS

R

SQL

Python

Data quality control

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

SAS

R

SQL

Python

Job description

DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us.

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page. Review our Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to State of Texas Jobs.

Functional Title

Public Health Analyst

Job Title

Epidemiologist II

Agency

Dept of State Health Services

Department

Agency Analytics

Posting Number

20944

Closing Date

09/18/2026

Posting Audience

Internal and External

Occupational Category

Life, Physical, and Social Science

Salary Range

$4,800.00- $5,700.00

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Salary Group

TEXAS-B-21

Shift

Day

Additional Shift

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel

Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt

Nonexempt

Job Location City

AUSTIN

Job Location Address

1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)

MOS Codes

230X,43EX,43HX,43TX,4E0X1,61G,HM,SEI12

Brief Job Description

Performs complex and creative epidemiological work for a variety of public health topics for the Agency Analytics Unit within the Center for Health Statistics. Position is the designated epidemiologist to oversee public data dissemination for a variety of public health datasets, including but not limited to mental health, adolescent health, vital events, community health, and substance use. Work involves working with teams including data visualization specialists and geographic information systems (GIS) specialists as the subject matter expert on epidemiological concepts, definitions, methodology, and general public health expertise. Collaborates with diverse DSHS program areas on various research projects and ideas for public data dashboards and data products.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• EJF 1: Researches, evaluates and performs complex epidemiological analyses for a variety of public health topics. Responsible for ensuring epidemiological analyses are translated into effective data visualizations. Uses epidemiological expertise to determine key variables of interest to data customers and provide clear language for explanation of data. Translates research findings into messaging that is meaningful to the general public. Assesses data needs of Texas to further increase data visibility and availability (35%)
• EJF 2: Provides DSHS program areas with recommendations for public data dissemination products. Performs complex data management and analysis on existing program data and creates diverse data products. Ensures quality assurance and quality control of datasets and data products prior to releasing and on a routine basis to ensure data is up-to-date and free of errors. (35%)
• EJF 3: Proposes, initiates and assists in the planning and execution of strategic data projects and presentations. Manages communication with internal and external partners to establish or continue engagement in public health data projects. Provides consultation on epidemiological data analyses and methodologt. Creates and submits conference abstracts and manuscripts for presentation and publication (25%)
• EJF 4: Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location (5%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of epidemiological principles and methods
• Knowledge of data visualization theories and practices
• Knowledge of geospatial concepts
• Knowledge of statistical concepts
• Knowledge of public health principles and practice
• Skills in technical writing and documentation
• Skill in both verbal and written communications
• Skill in using Tableau for data visualization
• Skill in using SAS, R, SQL, Python, and/or other analytical and statistical software
• Skill in ensuring data quality, consistency, and accuracy
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with stakeholders and wide variety of audiences
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to demonstrate creativity, initiative, and innovation
• Ability to plan, organize and conduct data projects

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Initial Screening Criteria

Experience in epidemiology work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in epidemiology, infectious diseases, biostatistics, or a related field is generally preferred. Master’s degree preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Experience using SAS, R, SQL or other analytical and statistical software.

Additional Information

Applicants selected for an interview will be required to complete an in-basket exercise after the interview.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at [e-mail].

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, And Work Eligibility

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form