County of Riverside, CA

The selected candidate will be responsible for the Evaluation Unit within the Epidemiology & Program Evaluation Division, which includes Public Health Department Accreditation and QI. The Senior Epidemiologist will also supervise Epidemiologists and Research Specialists assigned to the Evaluation unit.. Design and carry out research studies and program evaluation plans on functions and services provided by the Public Health Department; represent the Public Health Program Chief, Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch at meetings within the Department and on various committees, agencies, boards, and the media.. Conduct, design, analyze, and prepare 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.. Act as technical lead over a large Epidemiology and Program Evaluation program area; provide guidance to Epidemiology Analysts, Research Specialists I/II and other data staff on study, research and evaluation design.. Experience:Minimum of five years in an epidemiology analyst, epidemiologist or closely related position, 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.

senior epidemiologist

ABOUT THE POSITIONRiverside University Health System (RUHS), the County of Riverside's public healthcare system, has an opportunity for a Senior Epidemiologist with the Public Health Department.The selected candidate will be responsible for the Evaluation Unit within the Epidemiology & Program Evaluation Division, which includes Public Health Department Accreditation and QI. The Senior Epidemiologist will also supervise Epidemiologists and Research Specialists assigned to the Evaluation unit.This position has a 9/80 schedule, hours are 8-5:30 p.m.What we are looking for in candidates:* Strong Public Health program evaluation work experience (beyond education)* Knowledge of the CDC Framework for Program Evaluation in Public Health and the American Evaluation Association's Guiding Principles for Evaluators.* Ability to engage with and encourage participation from a broad range of evaluation stakeholders* Knowledge of various evaluation designs (e.g., non-experimental, experimental, quasi-experimental) and experience developing evaluation plans* Experience and demonstrated use of mixed-method approaches to program evaluationEXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES* Design and carry out research studies and program evaluation plans on functions and services provided by the Public Health Department; represent the Public Health Program Chief, Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Branch at meetings within the Department and on various committees, agencies, boards, and the media.* Conduct, design, analyze, and prepare 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.* Develop, plan, coordinate, and implement evaluation of departmental healthcare activities for comprehensive strategic public health planning.* Conduct surveillance of diseases and other health conditions; design, conduct, analyze, and report on disease levels or risk levels in the community.* Lead in the design, implementation and operation of data systems for the monitoring of disease and other health conditions status and trends.* Act as technical lead over a large Epidemiology and Program Evaluation program area; provide guidance to Epidemiology Analysts, Research Specialists I/II and other data staff on study, research and evaluation design.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in public health with emphasis in epidemiology, bio-statistics, administration, or closely related field.Experience:Minimum of five years in an epidemiology analyst, epidemiologist or closely related position, 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. (A Ph.D. or Doctor of Public Health in epidemiology from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience.)SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONReasonable AccommodationsThe County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at: http://dao.rc-hr.comVeterans' PreferenceThe County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policyhere (Download PDF reader).Pre-EmploymentAll 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).Probationary PeriodAs an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.What's Next?Open to All ApplicantsThis recruitment is open to all applicants.Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of TheRiverside University Health Systemmay be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.Application PeriodBASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter,Angela Levinson:alevinson@rivco.org / 951-955-5562

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