Job Description
Join Texas's frontline defense against public health emergencies in the vibrant border city of El Paso! The Texas Department of State Health Services seeks an urgent hire to coordinate critical emergency response operations. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to manage disease surveillance, coordinate community outreach, and implement crisis protocols during health emergencies. Enjoy competitive state benefits while making a tangible difference in border communities.
Responsibilities
- Lead emergency response coordination during public health crises
- Develop and implement disease surveillance protocols
- Coordinate multi-agency disaster response efforts
- Manage community education and outreach programs
- Conduct rapid needs assessments during emergencies
- Prepare and submit incident response reports
- Train frontline healthcare workers on emergency protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field
- 3+ years of public health emergency response experience
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Spanish fluency (required for community engagement)
- Certification in Incident Command System (ICS-300)
- Experience with grant reporting for federal/state programs
- Ability to work extended hours during emergencies
- Background in border health issues preferred