Job Description
Join Nashville's frontline defense in public health! We're urgently seeking a passionate Public Health Specialist to lead critical community initiatives and safeguard public wellbeing. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape policy, drive emergency response, and protect our city's most vulnerable populations. With competitive benefits and rapid onboarding, this is your chance to make a tangible difference in government service.
Why Apply Today?
• Immediate start date available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative government environment
• Career advancement opportunities
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Coordinate with community organizations to deliver health education programs
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health threats
- Lead vaccination campaigns and disease surveillance initiatives
- Prepare comprehensive public health reports for city officials
- Train healthcare staff on updated safety procedures and regulations
- Advocate for evidence-based health policy reforms
- Manage grant-funded health projects from inception to completion
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field required
- 3+ years of experience in government/public health sector
- Certified in Emergency Response Management (preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Valid Tennessee driver's license
- Experience with grant writing and budget management
- Strong understanding of HIPAA and CDC regulations
- Excellent communication skills for community outreach