Child & Family Health Epidemiology Data & Surveillance Program Manager (Epidemiology Investigation Project Manager -PN 20014585)

Position Qualifications:

Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine AND 24 mos. exp. in epidemiology investigation with local or federal health agency which included 12 mos. exp. in either supervisory principles/techniques or performing duties comparable with duties of Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor, 65765 AND 1 course in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. in preparing budgets for operational unit. 

-Or 6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor, 65765. 

-Or alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications noted above. 

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills\: Compliance Enforcement, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Database Administration.

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Collaboration.

Educational Transcript Requirements\: 
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. 

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Child and Family Health Epidemiology Data and Surveillance Program Manager 

(Epidemiology Investigation Project Manager)

About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Maternal Child and Family Health is looking for an Epidemiology Supervisor with knowledge of public health and epidemiology principles, data analysis & data collection techniques in order to plant, direct, organize & manage all administrative aspects of one or more comprehensive statewide epidemiology programs. Duties include\: 

• Lead and manage statewide epidemiology and surveillance programs supporting maternal, child and family health initiatives. 
• Supervise and develop professional and paraprofessional epidemiology staff, including training, performance management and coaching.
• Plan, direct, and oversee epidemiologic studies, surveillance systems, evaluations, and special projects. 
• Ensure data quality, scientific integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with state and national standards. 
• Direct data collection, database development, analysis, visualization and reporting using statistical and analytical tools.
• Interpret and communicate complex data findings to policymakers, stakeholders, technical audiences, and the public.
• Serve as principal investigator or lead administrator for federal grants and multi-program initiatives.
• Coordinate data activities with internal programs, external partners, and local, state, and federal agencies. 
• Review, edit, and approve reports, publications, and presentations for accuracy and clarity. 

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Supplemental Information:

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 15, Step 1 of the Exempt Pay Range Schedule ($43.09 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($45.51 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES\: 
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.