Public Health Preparedness Lead & Epidemiology

City-of-Brownwood,-Tx; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownwood/Brown County Health Department seeks a Lead Epidemiologist to oversee communicable disease reporting and preparedness programs for Brown County communities, clinics, and private providers. You will draft ESFs, serve as SME for NEDSS, and coordinate with DSHS/CDC to ensure timely investigations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred), Texas driver license, and IS-100/200/700/800 certifications within a year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; management experience preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver License; IS-100, 200, 700, 800 within one year of hire.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook; able to create and present presentations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant communication with staff to identify community health issues as they arise.
• Develop and maintain relationships with hospitals, healthcare facilities, and local emergency management offices.
• Lead epidemiology efforts, investigate reportable conditions, and coordinate with DSHS/CDC as needed.
• Develop education programs on reporting, confidentiality, and laws regarding reportable conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Quality management

Change management

Public speaking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

IS-100, 200, 700, 800 NIMS certificates within one year

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Word

Edge

Job description

Brownwood/Brown County Health Department seeks a Lead Epidemiologist to oversee communicable disease reporting and preparedness programs for Brown County communities, clinics, and private providers. You will draft ESFs, serve as SME for NEDSS, and coordinate with DSHS/CDC to ensure timely investigations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred), Texas driver license, and IS-100/200/700/800 certifications within a year.