Epidemiologist II

Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In - Oakland, CA - The epidemiologist will contribute to Alameda County Public Health Departments COVID-19 response. Under general direction, the incumbent will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and communicate results of COVID-19 incidence and death surveillance; characterize high-risk population density of Alameda County; and develop and implement methods to monitor COVID-19 introductions from outside of Alameda County. Funding for this position is secured through March 2022 and may be extended if additional funding is available. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Develops and conducts iterative evaluation of COVID-19 death surveillance. Develops and implements surveillance and analysis plans for COVID-19 incidence and death. As necessary, trains relevant parties in new data collection methods to support improved surveillance. Develops and implements methods to monitor COVID-19 introductions from connected jurisdictions (i.e., neighboring counties, states; including air travel). Describes population density and high-risk population density in Alameda County (i.e. population of >65 yrs., proportion of population with underlying conditions, households with limited English fluency, healthcare seeking behavior, populations without insurance and below poverty level). Prepares presentations and reports to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Communicates results and recommendations to stakeholders orally and in writing. Works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of epidemiologists, laboratorians, clinicians, and policy makers in the department, division, or other organizations to support COVID-19 response. Completes other assigned COVID-19 surveillance and mitigation activities as necessary. JOB QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have experience conducting and evaluating infectious disease and/or death surveillance in a public health or health care setting, identifying and monitoring disease introductions from neighboring areas, using mapping tools to communicate population characteristics of geographical regions, using statistical software to conduct analysis, and interpreting and communicating analysis results. Candidates should have experience with epidemiologic methods and preparing oral presentations and written reports, and have the ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and meet project deadlines. Please see detailed qualifications below. Education/Experience Masters degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, demography, or related field, and the equivalent of two years full-time, professional-level epidemiology or related experience preferably in a public health or health care delivery setting. Two years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted for the Masters degree. Certificates/Licenses/Clearances None required Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Skills: Proficiency in: Conducting and evaluating disease and/or death surveillance in a public health or health care setting. Identifying and monitoring disease introductions from neighboring areas. Using mapping tools to communicate population characteristics of geographical regions. Writing code to clean, process, and analyze data using statistical software (R, SAS, and/or SQL preferred). Interpreting, summarizing, and communicating analysis results through clear, accurate, and effective oral presentations and written reports. Experience in: Epidemiological methods and study design. Infectious diseases. Data management principles and methods. Database software, e.g. ACCESS, SQL. Developing data collection tools and procedures. Identifying and collecting valid and reliable quantitative and qualitative data and information. Knowledge of: Disparities in health outcomes for vulnerable populations and the role and influence of socio-economic, behavioral, and environmental factors affecting health risks and status. Ability to: Access and maintain surveillance and data systems. Maintain accurate records and documentation. Exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Operate a variety of standard office equipment. Understand and incorporate the Agency and Departments core values and ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations and communities. Meet project deadlines. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand: Not applicable Walk: Not applicable Sit: Frequently Handling / Fingering: Frequently Reach Outward: Occasionally Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs See: Constantly Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day) Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day) Constantly = (5+ hrs/day) WORK ENVIRONMENT General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled EEOC STATEMENT It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. ExperienceRequired2 year(s): full-time, professional-level epidemiology or related experience preferably in a public health or health care delivery setting. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)... - Permanent - Full-time

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