Job Description

Description

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Pay Grade: L

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Who We Are.

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.

As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

Make a Professional Impact

- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.

Enjoy Workplace Flexibility

- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.

Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team

- Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.

Achieve Career Longevity

- Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.

Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture

- Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.

Feel Pride in Where you Work

- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Job Responsibilities

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The Epidemiologist 1, under the supervision of the AVERT-GA Principal Investigator, will conduct analysis, cluster, and quality improvement investigations using the Georgia Syndromic data focused on Violence as defined by the CDC/National Program for Injury Control and Prevention. Epidemiologist 1 will verify state and county aggregate quarterly reports stratified by month for indicator occurring from July 2025 to June 2028 within 3 months of the violent injury. Epidemiologist 1 will be responsible for conducting data analyses and working with the Data Dissemination Committee to disseminate data and write reports based on the plan. The Epidemiologist 1 will work with partners to conduct data analysis to estimate violent -related injuries using various validated data sets, produce and disseminate data reports on the Georgia public health websites (Dashboard) and at professional meetings to reach a diverse group of stakeholders, including Georgia policy makers, healthcare and public health communities, law enforcement, first responders and the public. The Epidemiologist 1 will also work with the scientific community to advance violence-related injury related research in Georgia

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Work with QI Consultant to perform ongoing quality control checks on data sets. Work under the supervision of the PI to conduct evaluation activities, including the development of effective quantitative and qualitative data collection, monitoring, and reporting systems. Standardize data format from multiple data sources and upload data into electronic database. Design and lead epidemiologic projects related to injuries. Analyze, prepare and disseminate epidemiologic products (scientific manuscripts, abstracts, reports, fact sheets and info graphics) Present findings to stakeholders and at scientific conferences. Prepare annual nonfatal firearm related injury epidemiologic reports. Assist in writing grant application.

Minimum Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field.

Preferred Qualification

1 year experience working statistical software (SAS, R, SQL, Python, etc..) for performing data analysis. Team player - ability to work well with people with different background and skill set. Possess people skill to collaborate and engage with several partners across the state.

Additional Information

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The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.


The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.


DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.


The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.


Relocation assistance is not provided.


In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.


This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.