Job Description
Join Nashville's premier public health agency and make a tangible impact on community wellness. As a Public Health Specialist, you'll drive evidence-based initiatives to improve population health outcomes across Davidson County. This role offers unparalleled stability, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape health policy in a growing metropolitan area.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement community health assessment programs
- Coordinate disease surveillance and outbreak response protocols
- Analyze public health data to identify emerging health trends
- Collaborate with community organizations on health education initiatives
- Prepare compliance reports for federal/state health agencies
- Manage grant-funded public health projects
- Train healthcare professionals on public health best practices
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years experience in public health program implementation
- Valid Tennessee Public Health Certification
- Proficiency in SPSS/R for data analysis
- Strong grant writing and budget management skills
- Experience with CDC reporting protocols
- Ability to work with diverse community stakeholders
- Valid Tennessee driver's license