Epidemiologist - Public Health Data & Analytics

Full Job Description

El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) is seeking a detail-oriented data professional with strong community health assessment and project management skills, a passion for process improvement, and expertise in data visualization and analytic tools.

In this role, you’ll help advance data modernization for the department as a member of the Public Health Data & Analytics program, which delivers high-quality data products and consultative support to department programs and community partners—empowering data-driven decisions and streamlining the delivery of public health services.

This project-based position offers opportunities to learn new tools and collaborate across the department and with external stakeholders, all while contributing to meaningful public health initiatives.

If you’re skilled in R, Power Bl or GIS and driven to improve population health at the local level, EPCPH offers the platform to make a real impact.

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Requirements

• Assesses and identifies public health issues pertinent to the local community. Applies epidemiologic principles to collect and analyze comprehensive health data in understanding and describing the distribution and determinants of disease and injury in populations and identifying trends.

Designs and implements instruments for the collection, analysis, and dissemination of surveillance information/data; performs research to identify demographic, geographic, cultural, and other variables linked to or associated with the prevalence and incidence of disease.

Conducts advanced analysis of data to monitor health status and its correlates to describe trends or adverse health events among targeted population.

• Recommends evidence-based interventions in response to epidemiologic findings. Outlines programmatic quality improvements to alleviate adverse health effects and proposes practices or policies that will positively impact health outcomes of targeted groups.

Provides expert consultation to agency program development and grant writing activities.

Ensures that program assessment and evaluation are addressed in funding proposals and program activities by identifying data sources and methods to support effective program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Prepares analyses, reports, and other materials to communicate findings regarding existing or emerging public health issues. Presents findings to EPCPH staff and external stakeholders.

Supports the development and updating of population-based Community Health Assessments and Community Health Improvement Plans.

Supports expanded agency capacity related to communicable disease (CD) and outbreak epidemiology by maintaining the ability to conduct routine infectious disease case surveillance and field epidemiologic investigations.

Consults with Communicable Disease Program, Medical Director, and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) for references and recommendations as appropriate.

• Coordinates and collaborates with appropriate local and state agencies and organizations. Works with other entities to provide epidemiological consultation and evaluation services.
• Stays current with disease control protocols and procedures as well as relevant research and trends in public health statutes and regulations.
• Promotes public health within the community.
• Takes personal responsibility to provide exceptional customer service in order to promote and maintain a positive Public Health image, constructive working environment, and foster pride and professionalism in the workplace and community.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and demonstrated skills in the principles and practices of epidemiology, disease surveillance, investigative techniques, and data management.
• Knowledge and skills in epidemiologic analysis, particularly planning and managing epidemiologic projects; collecting, analyzing, and interpreting population health data and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodologies for process and outcome evaluations.
• Skill in statistical software and database management such as R, SAS, or STATA. Skill in using a computer and various software packages including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook) required.
• Skill in writing scientific reports and data summaries. Ability to write and maintain accurate records and reports to meet management objectives. Verifiable experience with presenting data to a variety of stakeholders.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing multiple tasks and the ability to complete projects in a timely manner. Ability to respond in a flexible manner and reprioritize work as situations change.
• Skill in demonstrating a cooperative, professional attitude to cultivate relationships both within and outside the organization. Ability to provide excellent customer service. 
• Proficiency with data visualization software preferred.
• Ability to identify community health status in relation to public health services and determine areas of unmet needs
• Ability to abide by privacy, confidentiality, and HIPAA policies of the agency. Ability to maintain the security of sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to recognize potential ethical and legal issues related to epidemiological studies, research, and data analytics.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns. Ability to identify problems and work creatively to develop solutions and recommend corrective actions to supervisor, considering the impact of actions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and follow agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience

• Master of Public Health or Science in epidemiology, biostatistics, or closely related analytic field.
• Two years of experience conducting data analysis and using data analytical tools. 

Preferred Education & Experience

• Previous experience in a governmental public health agency.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.

Additional Information

Duties are performed primarily in an office environment and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs and may contain potential exposure to infections, blood, and contagious diseases. May be required to work outside of normal business hours. Some travel may be required; work may be assigned in various locations. Public Health employees are responsible for providing proof of vaccinations and/or tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position and must provide proof of completion of required vaccinations/testing or proof of initiation within sixty days of hire date.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.