Job Description
Launch your public service career with Texas' premier health agency! The Department of State Health Services seeks motivated entry-level professionals to support evidence-based policy development and program implementation. This role offers unparalleled training in governmental operations while directly impacting community health initiatives across the Lone Star State.
Join a team dedicated to protecting and improving the health of all Texans through data-driven decision making and collaborative governance. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including state retirement plans and flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analyze public health data to inform policy recommendations
- Assist in drafting legislative reports and executive summaries
- Coordinate stakeholder meetings and public health outreach initiatives
- Support program evaluation and compliance monitoring activities
- Prepare presentations for internal and governmental audiences
- Track legislative developments affecting public health policy
- Maintain accurate documentation of policy processes and outcomes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Political Science, or related field
- Strong analytical and research capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Basic understanding of public health principles and government structures
- Commitment to public service ethics and confidentiality standards