Communicable Disease Control Investigator II (CDCI II)

This position is in support of the City of Chicago's Migrant Shelter operations.  Located in the Chicago Illinois region.  

The primary function of the Communicable Disease Control Investigator II (CDCI II) is to perform advanced analyses of epidemiological data; recommends and evaluates intervention measures for the cause and control of diseases and events affecting population health in Chicago area.  
 

Under supervision, performs advanced analyses of epidemiological data; recommends and evaluates intervention measures for the cause and control of diseases and events affecting population health in  

Chicago area.  

Designs surveys and other data collection tools for the collection of epidemiological data including web-based and field-based data collection methods.  

Analyzes programmatic, health surveillance and behavioral survey data to track the cause, effect, and  

course of outbreaks or patterns of disease and health (e.g., prevalence, incidence, time trends,  

associated risk factors); may work with syndromic surveillance data or other real-time data (e.g., 911,  

electronic reporting, or Iot data).  

Uses various software programs (e.g., SAS, R,) to generate complex data summaries, tables, charts,  

and graphic displays or to perform difficult manipulation of large, complex, relational datasets,  

familiarity with predictive analytic models or other multivariate data analyses.  

Uses various software programs (e.g., ArcGIS, Leaflet) to create geographic displays of information and perform geospatial analyses.  

Uses various software programs and platforms (Tableau, D3.js, Google Charts, etc.) to create interactive data visualizations.  

Disseminates findings, both internally and externally, of data analyses through written reports, oral  

presentations, and research articles.  

Leads or participates in field outbreak investigations; develops and formulates procedures for validating the integrity of data and establishing and modifying databases; responds to requests for epidemiological data as required.  

Evaluates disease intervention programs and recommends program changes to reduce incidence of morbidity and mortality.  

Works with City departments and healthcare and emergency preparedness partners to create and share data on health-related issues.  

Other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge of SAS, SPS or other data system 

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff and community agencies.  

Strong PC/Microsoft Office applications background 

Excellent written and oral communication skills 

Strong team building and team-member skills. 

Excellent data entry skills 

Able to use different analytical systems to drive desired results.  Good supervisory skills.  

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Excellent data entry skills 

Experience: 

Four years of experience performing epidemiological and statistical analysis work. (Required) 

Education: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in public health, Statistics,  

Mathematics, Data Science or a directly related field. 

Physical Demands:  

Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.  

May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.  

Other Special Qualifications: 

US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.   

Must be licensed to practice clinical therapy in the State of Illinois.