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- The Research Analytics Informatics and Data (RAID) Program in Washington County's Public Health Division is seeking a Limited Duration Maternal Child Health (MCH) Epidemiologist for their team!
About the Program:
The Public Health Division's Research Analytics Informatics and Data (RAID) program is currently seeking a Maternal Child Health (MCH) epidemiologist for a limited-duration role. This new position aims to enhance the technical capabilities of our Maternal Child Family program. Depending on the availability of funding, this position may be extended beyond the stated duration of 6/30/2027. The epidemiologist classification is required to participate in the 24-hour county health department on-call weekly rotation and may be requested to assist in surge capacity for outbreak investigations.
About the Position:
Per Public Health Emergency Response Annex Q and PH Policy Gen 308, this role involves training for and responding to emergencies in assigned areas to support public and environmental health emergency functions. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, identifying at-risk populations, advising health officials regarding the event and potential associated health risks, data analysis, risk monitoring, and evaluating relief efforts.
As the MCH epidemiologist, your main responsibilities will include leading program evaluation, epidemiological assessment, surveillance, and data analysis. You will be supporting critical projects related to Reproductive and Sexual Health, Early Learning and Care, Birth Equity, School Readiness, Maternal, Infant, and Family Services, Prenatal-early Childhood Home Visiting, Substance Use/Misuse, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Resiliency, and Risk/Protective factors across the lifespan. In this position, you will be an essential resource, providing technical support to communities, contract managers, and state and local programs. Your work will enhance the Public Health Division's assessment capabilities, leading to positive public health outcomes and the success of critical initiatives.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with up to 3-4 days/week remote work; however, the incumbent must reside within the state of Oregon or Washington and report to Hillsboro, Oregon for an in-person meeting at least once a month and as needed.
Who We Are Looking For:
We're looking for an ideal candidate who is skilled in using quality improvement tools to ensure efficiency and accuracy in their work. They should also have expertise in epidemiological and evaluation principles. They should be proficient in programming with Stata, SAS, and/or R for data analysis and exhibit proactivity in tackling challenges. Additionally, they should possess strong written and oral communication skills, enabling effective interaction with diverse audiences while showing cultural sensitivity. The ideal candidate should hold at least a master's degree in epidemiology with a focus on Maternal Child health or community health and have at least two years of experience working in a governmental or tribal agency.Interested applicants must submit a completed Washington County employment application with a resume attached to be considered.
To learn more about the Division, please use this link: Public Health Division
Why Washington County?
Washington County is dedicated to recruiting and recognizing a talented and diverse workforce committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship, and accountability guide how we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Washington County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities while supporting growth opportunities for all.
Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program under the "Benefits" tab above! - ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link:Epidemiologist.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience
- A Master's Degree with a focus in epidemiology and at least two (2) years of work experience in epidemiology with a public health agency; OR
- A doctoral-level degree in epidemiology; OR
- Other non-epidemiology graduate degree or certification (e.g., RN, MD/DO, DDS/DMD, DVM, PhD, RS) with specific epidemiology training (e.g., MPH degree, CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service or CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship).
- Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record.
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. - SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our commitment to you:Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Selection Process- Apply today! Addition to submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Depending on the number of applications received, we may conduct additional screening based on the preferred qualifications.
- Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). This process could take about 2 weeks due to the holiday.
- Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 – 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail:Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.Questions (?) Regarding This RecruitmentYeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Business PartnerYeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov
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* Washington County is a drug-free workplace *
Management, Administrative and Professional Personnel System (MAPPS) - FLSA exempt employees are paid on a salaried basis. The premise of salaried/exempt employment is that established compensation recognizes the time and effort needed to accomplish all assigned job duties. Job responsibilities may require work outside of the employee's standard work week or a work week in excess of 40 hours.
For more information on the MAPPS policy, please review the specific document using this link:Click Here
This position is not represented under a collective bargaining agreement.
Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week and job share employees are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Job share employees are responsible for 50% of the premium. Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program!
Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you’ll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include:- Paid Time Off - 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday, 12 vacation days for new employees (accrual rates increase based on length of service), AND up to 96 hours of sick leave per year (unused sick leave accumulates from year to year without limit to provide pay and security if needed).
- Wellness Program - Washington County has been named one of Oregon’s Healthiest Employers by the Portland Business Journal for the past 7 years. We are proud to receive this award and will continue to make your health and wellbeing a priority by providing resources and support to help you and your family live and work well. Resources include smoking cessation, weight management, and stress management classes (online or telephonic with a personal health coach); discounts on gym memberships, fitness activities, and sports tickets; and Health & Wellness events and onsite flu shot clinics.
- Alternative Care Coverage
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life and Disability Insurance (both County-provided and voluntary)
- Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- TriMet Hop Card at no cost to the employee
- Bike lockers and repair stations
- A charitable giving program
- Oregon College Savings Plan
Already have medical, dental, and vision coverage? No problem! Full-time employees who choose to waive medical, dental, and vision coverage will receive a $125 monthly contribution into a tax-free Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account, which can be used to reimburse you for qualified out-of-pocket medical care costs, such as copays, deductibles, and prescription drugs. HRA accounts offer many benefits including significant tax savings, and no annual “use it or lose it” requirement. Proof of other creditable coverage is required.
- 01A resume is required for this application as additional information to be considered for this position. However, your resume will not substitute the requirement to fully complete the application especially the education and work experience sections for initial application screening and salary analysis if selected.
By selecting yes below, you are indicating you have read this question in its entirety and understand that a fully completed application is required to be considered for this vacancy.- Yes
02Please identify which minimum qualifications you possess to be qualified for this position.- Possess a Master's Degree with a focus in epidemiology and at least two (2) years of work experience in epidemiology with a public health agency
- Possess a doctoral-level degree in epidemiology
- Possess other non-epidemiology graduate degree or certification (e.g., RN, MD/DO, DDS/DMD, DVM, PhD, RS) "with specific epidemiology training" (e.g., MPH degree, CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service or CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship)
- None of the above
03Regarding the above question, if you selected "Other non-epidemiology graduate degree or certification (e.g., RN, MD/DO, DDS/DMD, DVM, PhD, RS) with specific epidemiology training (e.g., MPH degree, CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service or CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship)", specify• what "other non-epidemiology graduate degree or certification" you currently hold, and• the specific epidemiology trainings you completed.(If this does not apply to you, enter "NA")04Please self-select your years of work experience in epidemiology with a public health agency.- 5 or more years of experience
- 4 years but less than 5 years of experience
- 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
- 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
- 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
05SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT REVIEW: The following supplemental questionnaire will be used to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in this position. Your responses to the questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). The higher the score, which includes any applicable veterans' preference points, the higher the ranking on the eligible list. Generally, 6 – 8 candidates are referred for each vacancy starting with the top ranked candidates.
Instructions & Helpful Tips- Answer each question carefully and accurately in the space provided. Your responses should reflect what is documented in the education and work experience sections of your employment application.
- Make sure your responses are clear, concise, and complete.
- If a question consists of multiple parts, answer each part separately.
- Provide examples! Examples should be relevant to this position and question, and can be from your formal education, work experience (paid, internship, volunteer), and/or training, unless otherwise indicated in the question.
- When describing a process or procedure, make sure to clearly describe your duties and responsibilities.
- Minimize the use of jargon, abbreviations, and acronyms.
- Each question is scored separately, so do not combine answers or refer to your answer from a different question.
- Before submitting your application, use a word processor, such as Microsoft Word or Google docs, to check for grammar and spelling.
If you have any questions, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner or email Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov.- Yes
06In a minimum of 250 words, expanding beyond the information listed on your resume, please describe your experience as a governmental or tribal public Health Epidemiologist, including your subject matter expertise, project leadership experience, and your time engaging in cross-program collaboration.07In a minimum of 250 words, please describe an example of your personal experience with survey design, methodology, implementation, research coordination, project management, and data analysis.* Required Question
