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Job Title:	Epidemiology Analyst
Company:	County of Riverside
Location:	Riverside, CA
Description:	Riverside County's Department of Public Health at the Community Health Agency invites qualified professionals to submit a detailed resume for current and future positions. An Epidemiology Analyst position is currently open and will work in the Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch in Riverside, CA. This position will report to the branch's Public Health Program Chief, and is responsible for designing and carrying out epidemiologic evaluation, research, planning, legislative and administrative studies, for coordinating, planning and program activities, and for acting as liaison between the Public Health Branches and various committees, agencies, boards and the media. This class does not have day-to-day line responsibility over departmental divisions, but does make recommendations, which have an impact on program operations. Responsibilities are performed with a minimum of instruction and guidance and require the utilization of initiative and independent judgment in evaluation and problem solving. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Represents the Public Health Program Chief, Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch; or Epidemiologist at meetings within the Department and on various committees, agencies, boards and the media. Conducts, designs, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiology surveys by reviewing and analyzing available data, design applications for new data collection; assess risk of possible communicable disease hazards or epidemics; interpret data and make recommendations for procedure or departmental policy based upon assessments. Develops, plans, coordinates and implements evaluation of departmental health care activities for comprehensive strategic public health planning; lead person for Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch in absence of Public Health Program Chief, Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch. Conducts surveillance of diseases and other health conditions; designs, conducts, analyzes, and reports on disease levels or risk levels in the community. Assists in the design, implementation and operation of data systems for the monitoring or disease and other health conditions status and trends.
Requirements:	TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Master's degree in Public Health with emphasis in Epidemiology, Bio-Statistics, Administration, or closely related field. EXPERIENCE: One year of experience in a management, professional, or staff capacity, which included analyzing public health data, such as communicable disease, bio-terrorism, or maternal, child and adolescent health issues, conducting and evaluating outcome studies, investigative data collection and evaluation of diseases and general health conditions. Please visit the Human Resources Employment page http://www.rc-hr.com for additional qualification details.
Compensation:	$27.07 - $37.14 Hourly $2,165.73 - $2,971.58 Biweekly $4,692.41 - $6,438.43 Monthly $56,308.93 - $77,261.18 Annually
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To Apply:	APPLICATION PROCESS Read all information on this posting for special instructions. Unless otherwise stated, interested candidates must submit a resume clearly describing all experience, education and qualifications. The most highly qualified candidates' resumes will be reviewed. Posting may close and positions may be filled at any time. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, special accommodation or other employment questions, go to www.rc-hr.com and visit our Employment page for Frequently Asked Questions. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION - HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should submit a detailed scanner-friendly resume and cover letter, which shows how they meet or exceed the above qualifications. Place the resume in the body of an email and send it directly to www.jobmatch@co.riverside.ca.us or apply via the Internet at: http://www.rc-hr.com. Please contact Debrah Phillips at (951) 358-7478 in the Human Resources Department if additional information is needed. Technical questions regarding the position should be directed to Wendy Betancourt, MPH (951) 358-5557 in the Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch. CLOSING DATE: March 16, 2007 APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.rc-hr.com OR County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569, 4080 Lemon St. Riverside, CA 92502-1569 EPIDEMIOLOGY ANALYST Debrah Phillips Dphillip@rc-hr.com Issue Date: 02/13/07