HYBRID WORK: Hepatitis Surveillance (Epidemiology Investigator 2) - PN 20013560

HEPATITIS SURVEILLANCE EPIDEMIOLOGY INVESTIGATOR 2
About Us:
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
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.
What You'll Do:
As Hepatitis SurveillanceEpidemiology Investigator 2, you'll join the team tackling two of Ohio's highest reported diseases: Hepatitis B and C. Here, you'll find ample opportunity for professional growth and collaboration with peers as you support each other's investigations.
Key responsibilities, at a glance:

• Investigate, collect and analyze endemic or epidemic situations of Hepatitis B and C:
  • collect, analyze, and/or monitor collection of epidemiologic data from multiple sources (e.g., field visits, interviews, routine and special Hepatitis investigations, relevant data from other disease surveillance databases [e.g., HIV; STD], etc.)
  • incorporate data into Hepatitis B and C surveillance database (e.g., Ohio Disease Reporting System)
  • monitor processes of specimen collection, delivery to laboratory, and reporting of results for special study projects
  • enter Hepatitis B and C lab reports
  • use statistical computer software packages (e.g., SAS) to write, produce, and post/distribute reports
  • tabulate and analyze surveillance/study data
  • assist with review of ODRS auto-algorithms to ensure appropriate case identification
  • assist in planning and testing of new database functionality, HL7 development, and electronic lab reporting) as directed
  • prepare graphic presentations of data for inclusion in reports or for display

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel; may be away from home and normal work site up to 30 days during emergencies; may be exposed to contagious and communicable diseases and toxic or hazardous chemicals.
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This is an hourly position, w ith a pay range of 32 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule.
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 Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
• For more information about our plans, visit: State of Ohio Medical Plans or our MyBenefits Guide.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . 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.
• For more information, visit our Total Rewards website !

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 OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

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

Qualifications
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment

• Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine; AND
• 3 courses or 9 months' experience in the use of statistical computer software packages; AND
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in epidemiology; AND
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in physiology; AND
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in statistics; AND
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in human relations; AND
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in interviewing; AND
• 6 mos. exp. working in research or specific laboratory identifying or researching infectious or chronic diseases &/or related environmental health problems; AND
• Must be able to provide own transportation

OR

• 6 months' experience as an Epidemiology Investigator 1 (65761) with the State of Ohio; AND
• Must be able to provide own transportation

OR

• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

*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
• Experience in data management
• Experience in database computer software packages (e.g., Access, Excel, or FoxPro)
• Experience in statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA, or SPSS)
• Courses in epidemiology - undergraduate 2 pts. each, graduate 3 pts. each
• Training in or experience working with programs related to infectious diseases
• Experience in disease surveillance or reporting

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills:
Primary: Public Health
Technical: Interviewing, Research, Statistics/Mathematics
Professional: Analyzation, Interpreting Data, Organizing and Planning