Job Description
Join Wake County's Public Health Division in an immediate opportunity to serve our community during a critical period. We're seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to lead disease prevention initiatives and emergency response coordination. This role offers competitive benefits, professional development, and the chance to make tangible impacts on public safety.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement public health education campaigns for diverse communities
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health trends
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and community organizations
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives and reporting requirements
- Conduct on-site health inspections and compliance monitoring
- Lead public health outreach events and vaccination programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of public health program experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or eligible for certification
- Experience with emergency preparedness and response frameworks
- Strong data analysis and report writing capabilities
- Valid North Carolina driver's license
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred