Job Description

Posting number: 194043

Department: Department of Public Health

Division: Health Promotion and Services

Job classification: Epidemiologist II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Public Health

Summary

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Under supervision of the Senior MCH Epidemiologist, position provides overall administration of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), including coordination of questionnaire development, survey methodology, and contract and budget management. This role performs epidemiological analysis of BRFSS and other Population Health Surveillance (PHS) Section and Bureau of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) data; coordinates the compilation, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of BRFSS and other PHS and MCH data; and provides analytic support and epidemiological insight to external stakeholders to include member of the general public.

• Provides overall administration of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) in South Carolina to include completing grant applications communicating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), monitoring budget tracts, and overseeing survey operations in cooperation with phone vendor.
• Designs and conducts epidemiological studies and implements disease surveillance utilizing BRFSS and other Population Health Surveillance (PHS) Section and Bureau of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) data in support of internal Department of Public Health (DPH) programs.
• Designs and conducts epidemiological studies and implements disease surveillance utilizing BRFSS and other PHS and MCH data to include periodic publications, for external dissemination and in coordination with external partners.
• Collaborates with other epidemiologists and data scientists to develop projects and products that will improve health outcomes for maternal and child health populations. Coordinates epidemiological projects and data linkages with other department units within the agency and other groups as they relate to maternal and child health outcomes.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested, and responds as directed during emergencies which may occur outside normal work hours, and travel if requested.

Examples of duties

State Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Public Health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or a closely related field and relevant working experience. A Doctoral degree in epidemiology, or advanced training in applied epidemiology, such as the Public Health Prevention Specialist Program at the CDC may substitute for experience.

Agency Additional Requirements: Data management skills and experience automating large reports using macros. Knowledge of epidemiological study design, data collection, data analysis, and effective presentation of findings. Proficiency in complex survey statical analysis using SAS Survey Procedures or R survey package. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Qualifications

Knowledge of survey methodology and complex survey data analysis, including the ability to manage large, multi-year weighted datasets. Proficiency in conducting descriptive and adjusted statistical analyses using complex survey weights. Skill in translating statistical findings into clear, actionable insights for reports, visualizations, and presentations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and partners. Knowledge of contract management and grant management activities including monitoring data collection vendor activities, adherence of federal funding guidelines, and annual grant reporting.

Supplemental information

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.