ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGISTS - SES - 64028265

Requisition No: 853536 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGISTS - SES - 64028265

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64028265 

Salary:  $55,000 - $65,000 

Posting Closing Date: 06/01/2025 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

COMMUNITY HEALTH – ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST SES

4704B W MONTGOMERY AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33616

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost to the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us. 

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

Environmental Epidemiologist - SES:

The Environmental Epidemiologist SES serves as the Epidemiology Program Manager (EPM) under the supervision of the Community Health Director. The EPM position requires independence of initiative and judgment and will oversee several special programs in epidemiology. She/he promotes leadership skills, Hillsborough County Health Department vision and values and serves as part of a team for quality performance improvement.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

·        This individual will be responsible for all supervisory duties including, but not limited to, hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning, and directing their work, approving leave, and taking disciplinary action as appropriate. Supervisor should work with data system owners to ensure that employees have appropriate access to perform their job.

·        Develops investigative guidelines and strategic goals for the epidemiology program.

·        Coordinates and/or assists in the investigation of communicable diseases reported to the health department and in accordance with Florida Administrative Code Chapter 64D-3 and Florida Statute Section 381.0031.

·        Oversees surveillance activities including, but not limited to, the compilation of data, communicable disease reports and enhanced surveillance projects. Monitors the quality and timeliness of surveillance data. Evaluates program goals. Analyzes epidemiology data to determine trends, outbreaks, and patterns in communicable diseases in Hillsborough County. Writes reports based on communicable disease data including outbreaks.

·        Develop and track program budget, actively participate on the Community Health Management team and other agency work groups.

·        Activity participate as a member of the agency Program Management Team: review internal operating procedures, assist PMT workgroups as needed, and act as PMT Chair if selected by peers.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of communicable diseases and public health surveillance mandatory. Experience with statistical software and ability to perform analysis using data analysis software (MS Excel, Epi Info, etc.) mandatory, Ability to use SAS, SPSS preferred.  Possesses leadership skills and ability to lead a program/team, including performance management and quality improvement.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

·        Minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a public health setting. 

·        Knowledge and experience in conducting communicable disease investigation and surveillance.

·        Experience collecting and reviewing data to perform descriptive analysis. Experience using Merlin, doing syndromic surveillance and experience creating related reports.

·        Experience in public speaking and providing staff training.

Preferred: 

·        MPH or MSPH in epidemiology or biostatistics.

·        Minimum of 1 year of experience developing and monitoring a budget.

·        Minimum of 3-years of experience as a supervisor, including hiring and performance evaluations.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

 To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Work Location – Kelton Building, 4704B W Montgomery Ave, Tampa, FL 33616

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

·         Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

·         Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

·         State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

·         Retirement plan options, including employer contributions  (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

·         Flexible Spending Accounts;

·         Tuition waivers;

·         And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For a State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator visit State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator (myflorida.com)

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

 If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.