Job Description
Dallas County is seeking a passionate Public Health Specialist to join our vital team. This immediate opening offers a unique opportunity to shape community health initiatives across North Texas. You'll work at the intersection of policy, education, and emergency response to protect and improve the well-being of over 2.5 million residents. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make tangible impact in public health.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health education campaigns
- Monitor disease trends and coordinate outbreak response protocols
- Collaborate with community organizations on health equity initiatives
- Conduct health assessments and analyze population health data
- Prepare grant proposals and manage public health program budgets
- Lead emergency preparedness planning for public health crises
- Advise policymakers on public health regulations and interventions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of public health program experience
- Texas Public Health certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Strong grant writing and budget management skills
- Experience with community outreach and stakeholder engagement
- Valid Texas driver's license with clean record
- Ability to work flexible hours during public health emergencies