Epidemiologist - PH - State of Idaho

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

 The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is recruiting for an Epidemiologist to serve as a senior-level epidemiologist within the Bureau of Communicable Disease Prevention’s Epidemiology Section. This is a statewide position and will report to their nearest DHW location. The successful candidate will provide epidemiological support for respiratory diseases, including tuberculosis and other communicable disease exposures in the State of Idaho. Analysis of data from various surveillance systems will be used to identify promotable interventions that aim to alleviate adverse health effects from exposure to respiratory diseases and other communicable diseases. The Epidemiologist will propose practices based on findings that will positively impact public health and collaborate with the Bureau Surveillance and Analytics Section regarding surveillance practices. Responsibilities also include serving as the Tuberculosis Control Program Manager and Principal Investigator for the Tuberculosis Elimination and Laboratory Cooperative Agreement. The Epidemiologist will have the opportunity to lead and/or participate in a diverse cadre of ad hoc communicable disease projects, investigations, and responses. We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; ten paid holidays a year; participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems; multiple savings plans and optional 401K; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities; and more. This announcement will be used to fill the current vacancy in Boise only. This position requires some in-state and out of state travel to attend meetings, training events, and/or to provide support to healthcare facilities and stakeholders.

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training.

BENEFITS:

 BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION 

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. 

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.  

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

•  Works as a team member, under the direction of the Epidemiology Section Manager, to conduct epidemiologic functions comprising surveillance, data collection, data analysis using epidemiologic methods, and assistance with epidemiologic investigations.
• Interacts with a variety of personalities, supervisory and management positions, and teams to assist with building consensus to prevent and control communicable diseases.
• Provides epidemiological consultation for respiratory diseases, tuberculosis, and other communicable diseases.
• Conducts literature reviews and advanced descriptive and comprehensive analyses of surveillance data for multiple audiences and reports key findings.
• Participates in data quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Participates in program evaluation.
• Uses performance measures to evaluate and improve Tuberculosis Control Program and Epidemiology Section effectiveness.
• Manage the Tuberculosis Control Program including serving as Cooperative Agreement Principal Investigator, maintaining the Idaho Tuberculosis Manual, monitoring grant budgets and subgrants, and providing consultation for laboratory testing and clinical follow up in collaboration with the Idaho TB Controller (physician).
• Monitors subgrantee/contractor compliance with scope of work activities.
• May lead or participate in specialized workgroups that seek to identify solutions to an identified problem (e.g., standardizing a business process) as a representative of the Section or Bureau.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Considerable knowledge of public health principles.  Typically gained by obtaining a Master's degree in a public health OR Master's in behavioral/biological sciences with emphasis in public health/epidemiology; AND a minimum of 2 years of job experience in a public health field which could include public health research, public health practice, or work in an academic institution with focus on public health.
  
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of epidemiology. Typically gained if an applicant has two years minimum experience involving one specific condition, risk factor, or health outcome. Experience could be as an analyst, evaluator, or other epidemiological support position.

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

• Experience in tuberculosis or respiratory disease epidemiology. Typically gained by at least 1 year working as an epidemiologist with duties focused on respiratory diseases or tuberculosis. 
• Advanced degree in medicine, public health, or epidemiology. Typically gained by holding a medical degree (MD), doctor of osteopathy (DO), Doctorate of Public Health (DrPH), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in public health or epidemiology.

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EMAIL: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov 
PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.