Job Description
Join Colorado's premier public health agency and contribute to initiatives that impact 5.8 million residents! The Public Health Specialist role at CDPHE drives evidence-based programs addressing health equity, disease prevention, and emergency response. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design community interventions, analyze health data trends, and implement state-level health policies. This position offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth while serving diverse populations across urban and rural communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute public health intervention programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health threats and trends
- Coordinate with local health departments and community stakeholders
- Prepare grant proposals and manage program budgets
- Conduct health impact assessments for policy development
- Lead emergency response initiatives during public health crises
- Train healthcare professionals on public health protocols
- Report health outcomes to state and federal agencies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in public health program implementation
- Valid Colorado Public Health Practitioner certification
- Proficiency in statistical analysis software (SPSS, R, SAS)
- Experience with health data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Knowledge of HIPAA and Colorado public health regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines