Job Description
Join Maricopa County's Public Health Division as a Public Health Specialist and become a vital force in safeguarding community wellness. We're seeking a passionate advocate to lead impactful health initiatives across Mesa's diverse neighborhoods. You'll collaborate with healthcare providers, community leaders, and county officials to develop evidence-based interventions that address pressing public health challenges. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape policies, implement health education campaigns, and drive measurable improvements in population health outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute community health assessment programs to identify emerging health trends
- Develop targeted outreach strategies for underserved populations in Mesa
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform public health interventions
- Coordinate emergency preparedness initiatives for public health crises
- Manage grant-funded health promotion projects
- Leverage data analytics to evaluate program effectiveness
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to improve service accessibility
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years of public health program implementation experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Proficiency in epidemiological data analysis tools
- Strong community engagement and partnership-building skills
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Experience with grant writing and compliance
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency highly desirable