Injury Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20014148) HYBRID

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Work Locations

Health Department Building246 North High Street1st FloorColumbus43215

Organization

HealthClassified Indicator : ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule

Full-timeWork Hours : M-F 8 : 00AM-5 : 00PMCompensation : $30.55 per hour

Unposting Date

May 7, 2024, 11 : 59 : 00 PM

Primary Job Skill

Public HealthTechnical Skills : Data Visualization, Research, Medical TerminologyProfessional Skills : Attention to Detail, Interpreting DataInjury Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20014148) HYBRID(2400043P)

Job Duties

Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20098548)

About Us :

The Ohio Department of Health Violence & Injury Prevention Section (VIPS) is a comprehensive, state-level injury prevention program aimed at helping every Ohioan live his or her life to its fullest potential by reducing death and disability associated with intentional and unintentional injury.

• VIPS coordinates surveillance systems that collect and disseminate injury data; assesses the burden of injuries and violence and communicates that information for the purpose of action;
• promotes evidence-based, injury prevention intervention for at-risk populations; coordinates and collaborates with partners in building program infrastructure;

encourages the adoption of evidence-based policies and programs that lead to the prevention of injury and violence; and provides technical support and training as needed.

Priority areas are child / youth injury, drug overdose and falls among older adults.

The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs.

Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33 , Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($30.

55 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($32.04) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

What You'll Do :

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is hiring for one (1) Epidemiology Investigator 3 in the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW).

This position in dependently initiates, designs, proposes, and conducts epidemiological projects, research and investigations related to prevention of unintentional and intentional injuries in compliance with established procedures governing advanced epidemiologic work with a focus on Ohio-specific level of analysis.

It will provide technical advice and guidance on injury-related data collection methods and data findings to other employees and other agencies.

Epidemiology Investigator 3's provide lead work on safety practices relating to epidemiological investigations, control of infections, & chronic disease.

Additional Duties :

• Monitors analysis of data to predict increases or decreases in injury morbidity and mortality.
• Assists in evaluation of injury prevention programs.
• Coordinates quality control for data management aspects of analysis, designs instruments and procedures for data collection and storage, and conducts computer based statistical analyses of data.
• Develops appropriate research tools and research methodology.
• Conducts data analyses and produces comprehensive injury reports.
• Fulfills Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant requirements for data deliverables.
• Tabulates and analyzes epidemiological data using standard and complex statistical measures and determines appropriate statistical methods for specific datasets.
• Operates personal computer to apply appropriate statistical analysis and methods using statistical computer software packages (, SAS) designed and used for collection processing and reporting epidemiological data and statistics.

What’s in it for you :

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 ! Our benefits package includes :

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
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Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away from Work and Work / Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth / Adoption leave.
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Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.

The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the for more information.

Qualifications

• Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine;
• 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in use of statistical computer software packages;
• 6 mos. exp. as epidemiology investigator with local or federal health agency;
• must be able to provide own transportation
• 6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigator 2, 65762;
• must be able to provide own transportation.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills : Public Health

Technical Skills : Data Visualization, Research, Medical Terminology

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria :

• Graduate or advanced degree in public health or preventive medicine
• Course work in epidemiology, biostatistics, health statistics, data analysis, mathematics : undergraduate
• Experience in SAS
• Experience in collecting, analyzing and interpreting statistical analysis of health (injury) related data
• Experience managing and analyzing large datasets
• Experience in developing public health surveillance reports and giving oral presentations
• Experience in designing and conducting studies / projects / surveys to investigate health and injury issues
• Experience in database and analytic software packages (, Access, Excel, ArcView- GIS, STATA, SAS, SPSS)
• Experience in word processing and presentation software (, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with or training in the creation of data visualizations / dashboard using Tableau

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria : qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

ADA Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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.

• Knowledge of biology; microbiology; physiology; human anatomy; chemistry; epidemiology; biostatistics; human relations; interviewing;
• agency policies & procedures pertaining to epidemiological investigations & control of infections & chronic diseases*; electronic data processing (, statistical analysis systems & statistical package for social sciences);
• computer operations. Skill in use of phlebotomy equipment*; personal computer. Ability to select & use proper statistical & research methods in gathering, interpreting & developing data;
• define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public;

write & / or edit articles for publication; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public; demonstrate dexterity to use hands skillfully.

Developed after employment.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

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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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.