Job Description
Join Pima County's Public Health Division to safeguard community well-being during this critical hiring period. We seek a passionate Public Health Specialist to lead disease prevention initiatives and emergency response coordination. This immediate opening offers the chance to shape public policy while collaborating with healthcare providers, community leaders, and government agencies. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving Arizona's diverse population.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Conduct epidemiological investigations and outbreak surveillance
- Coordinate emergency preparedness response with community partners
- Analyze health data to inform policy recommendations
- Develop educational materials for public health campaigns
- Manage grant-funded projects and ensure compliance
- Testify before county health committees on emerging issues
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field (required)
- 3+ years of public health program experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Proficiency in health data analysis tools (SPSS, R)
- Experience with emergency response protocols
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Bilingual in English/Spanish highly desirable
- Ability to work flexible hours during public health emergencies