Job Description
Join Baltimore County's dynamic public health team and make an immediate impact on community wellness. We seek a passionate Public Health Specialist to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention, health education, and emergency response coordination. This is a rare opportunity to shape public policy while serving Maryland's most diverse county. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for health crises and natural disasters
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health threats and trends
- Collaborate with community organizations to expand health access initiatives
- Manage grant-funded projects and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations
- Lead health education campaigns across schools and underserved neighborhoods
- Prepare detailed reports for county commissioners and health advisory boards
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in government or non-profit health programs
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or willing to obtain within 6 months
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Experience with emergency preparedness planning and execution
- Valid Maryland driver's license
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends for community events
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred