Job Description
Join our award-winning public health team at Pima County Health Department! We're seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to drive impactful community initiatives in Tucson. This role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to serve our diverse community. If you're passionate about improving public health outcomes and thrive in collaborative environments, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify health trends and recommend intervention strategies
- Coordinate with community partners to deliver health education workshops and screenings
- Prepare comprehensive grant proposals and manage program budgets
- Conduct community needs assessments and program evaluations
- Leverage data visualization tools to report health metrics to stakeholders
- Advocate for public health policy improvements at local government meetings
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in public health program implementation
- Proficiency in statistical analysis software (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Valid Arizona driver's license with clean driving record
- Experience writing successful grant proposals
- Knowledge of CDC guidelines and local health regulations
- Strong interpersonal skills for community collaboration
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred