Job Description - Epidemiologist 2 (07202) (24141320)
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division.
The Epidemiologist studies the occurrence of disease and other health-related conditions or events in defined populations in order to implement prevention and control measures. This position is responsible for statewide coordination of chronic surveillance, reporting activities, as well as support for local public health system assessment and development. Topic areas may include, but are not limited to: arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and injury prevention. Responsibilities include analyzing surveillance data such as health indicators, risk factors, and disease surveillance information; analyzing programmatic and service-related data; designing, coordinating, and managing special surveillance and/or evaluation procedures where there are no other existing data available; developing and conducting various trainings related to epidemiological and program evaluation issues; and designing and conducting program evaluations.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
- Ability to identify problems, and then develop and implement solutions.
- Skill in programming in Statistical Analysis System (SAS), Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), or R statistical software.
- Skill in descriptive and inferential statistical analysis.
- Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, program evaluation, or a closely related degree.
- Three years of job-related experience in epidemiology or a similar field.
- Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Preferred: Experience in program evaluation and geographic information systems.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website:
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary: $35.24 - 35.24 Hourly
Telework Eligibility:
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)
Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings:
1
Employee Status:
Regular
Schedule:
Full-Time
Job Type:
Standard
Shift:
Day Job
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Primary Location:
Helena
Agency:
Department of Public Health & Human Services
Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees
Posting Date:
Oct 23, 2024
Closing Date:
Ongoing
Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume, References
Contact Name:
Jenny Fowler |
Contact Email:
Jenny.Fowler@mt.gov |
Contact Phone:
(406) 444-4550
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
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