Chronic Disease Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (PN 20013660)

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.

In the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW), our vision is to provide a healthier and safer future for every community—where all Ohioans have the access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW advances health and well-being through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data utilization aimed at preventing and managing chronic disease; preventing violence and injury; promoting healthy lifestyles; and improving access to care. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses. 

ODH's Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is seeking one (1) Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor to lead chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance activities, manage studies and data systems, and oversee the development of public health data products. The role includes supervision, strategic planning, and collaboration with internal and external partners.

Primary Duties:

• Plan, implement, and manage chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance programs. 
• Lead epidemiologic studies, surveys, field investigations, and program evaluations. 
• Direct data analysis, data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with state and federal standards. 
• Supervise and train epidemiology staff; assign work, evaluate performance, and support development. 
• Produce and oversee reports, dashboards, fact sheets, grant deliverables, and evaluation documents. 
• Participate in strategic planning, statewide health assessments, and development of goals and performance measures. 
• Serve as liaison with ODH units, CDC, local health departments, and community groups. 
• Respond to public inquiries, prepare correspondence, and deliver presentations.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of 14 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 14, Step 1 of the Exempt Pay Range Schedule ($40.40 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($42.70) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Application Procedures:

We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.

Status of Posted Position:

You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Educational Transcript Requirements:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted.  ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.

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
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

• Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine AND 12 mos. exp. in epidemiology investigation with local or federal health agency which included 6 mos. exp. performing duties comparable with duties of Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763.

OR

• 6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763.

OR

• Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

 

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Budgeting, Interviewing, Management, Program Management

Professional Skills: Coaching, Collaboration, Teamwork, Leading Others, Developing Others