Public Health Data & Surveillance Specialist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Colorado PERA retirement

Tuition assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking a Health Professional III to support occupational health and industrial hygiene programs. The role focuses on data collection, analysis, and reporting for SOII and CFOI, with emphasis on indoor air quality and wildfire smoke preparedness across Colorado communities.

The position requires experience in public health data systems, collaboration with partners, and strong communication skills to inform policy and practice in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Experience gathering, processing, and interpreting data on workplace health and safety metrics.
• Ability to coordinate with public health partners and present findings.
• Capable of communicating complex health information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for SOII and CFOI surveillance programs.
• Conduct data collection, processing, and coding for surveys.
• Identify occupational health trends and prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with local health agencies and community partners.
• Develop outreach materials and guidance on indoor air quality and wildfire preparedness.

Skills

Data analysis

Public health communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

Purple Air monitors

BLS data systems

Job description

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking a Health Professional III to support occupational health and industrial hygiene programs. The role focuses on data collection, analysis, and reporting for SOII and CFOI, with emphasis on indoor air quality and wildfire smoke preparedness across Colorado communities.

The position requires experience in public health data systems, collaboration with partners, and strong communication skills to inform policy and practice in Colorado.