Public Health Division Director

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

State Group Insurance coverage options

Retirement plan options

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking a leader for its Communicable Disease Division, overseeing supervisory responsibilities and program management. This role involves strategic leadership, team mentoring, and ensuring effective operations across disease intervention, epidemiology, environmental health, and quality assurance teams.

Candidates should possess a deep knowledge of epidemiology and the ability to lead teams effectively. A Master's degree in public health or a related field is preferred. The salary range is $58,000 to $65,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of epidemiology and control of specified infections or chronic diseases.
• Considerable experience in epidemiology principles.
• Knowledge of disease surveillance systems and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Communicable Disease Division.
• Supervise and mentor program supervisors.
• Ensure robust surveillance and response processes.
• Lead quality assurance initiatives in programs.

Skills

Epidemiology knowledge

Leadership

Data analysis

Team management

Education

Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, or biological sciences

Job description

The State of Florida is seeking a leader for its Communicable Disease Division, overseeing supervisory responsibilities and program management. This role involves strategic leadership, team mentoring, and ensuring effective operations across disease intervention, epidemiology, environmental health, and quality assurance teams.

Candidates should possess a deep knowledge of epidemiology and the ability to lead teams effectively. A Master's degree in public health or a related field is preferred. The salary range is $58,000 to $65,000 with comprehensive benefits.