Job Description
Immediate opening for Public Health Investigator at Miami-Dade County Government! Join our critical mission to protect community health during this urgent hiring initiative. We're seeking passionate professionals to investigate disease outbreaks, conduct contact tracing, and implement public health interventions. This high-impact role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Apply now to make a direct difference in South Florida's wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive field investigations for disease outbreaks and public health emergencies
- Perform contact tracing and exposure assessments for infectious diseases
- Collect and analyze epidemiological data to identify transmission patterns
- Coordinate with healthcare providers, laboratories, and community partners
- Develop and implement intervention strategies to contain disease spread
- Document investigations and prepare detailed reports for public health authorities
- Provide public education on disease prevention and control measures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in disease investigation or public health
- Certification in Epidemiology (e.g., CPH) strongly preferred
- Exceptional interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends during outbreaks
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Valid Florida driver's license with clean driving record
- Spanish fluency required due to Miami's diverse population