Job Description
Urgent Opportunity: Join Nevada's Frontline Public Health Response Team!
The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services seeks an experienced Public Health Emergency Response Specialist to lead critical initiatives in Las Vegas. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to coordinate disease surveillance, community outreach, and emergency response protocols. If you're passionate about safeguarding public health and thrive in fast-paced environments, apply now to make a tangible difference in our community.
Responsibilities
- Lead emergency preparedness planning and execution for public health crises
- Coordinate disease surveillance systems and outbreak investigations
- Develop and implement community education campaigns on health emergencies
- Collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies during disaster responses
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform public health interventions
- Train healthcare providers and emergency responders on protocols
- Manage grant-funded public health initiatives and reporting requirements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in public health emergency response
- Certified in Incident Command System (ICS-300) or higher
- Proven experience with disease surveillance databases (e.g., Epi-Info, NEDSS)
- Strong analytical skills in epidemiological data interpretation
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to work irregular hours during public health emergencies
- Nevada residency required (or ability to relocate within 30 days)