Epidemiologist (Temporary)
City of Berkeley-
Berkeley, California is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
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The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Epidemiologist in the Health, Housing & Community Services Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to work for one of only three city agencies in the State of California with its own Public Health Division. You will perform various functions related to the gathering and analysis of health statistical data and information. You will also provide assistance to program staff in support of the planning, development, administration, and evaluation of programs.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill a temporary vacancy with a projected end date of November 2027. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in health science, epidemiology, mathematics, statistics, or a related field and two (2) years of experience designing, conducting, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating epidemiological, research or evaluation studies.
Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology, biostatistics or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.Other requirements include the ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. APPLICATION PROCESS
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Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on August 17, 2026 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
EXAM PROCESS
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The examination process will include, but is not limited to:
- Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents
- Training & Experience Review
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
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PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans’ status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.