Job Description
Join New Orleans' dynamic public health team as a Public Health Specialist. In this pivotal role, you'll lead initiatives to protect community health, address health disparities, and implement evidence-based programs. Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to develop strategies for disease prevention, health education, and emergency response. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills and a passion for serving New Orleans' diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute public health intervention programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify health trends and inform policy decisions
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Manage community outreach initiatives and health education campaigns
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to improve access to preventive services
- Prepare detailed reports for city council and health department leadership
- Secure and manage grant funding for public health initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of public health program implementation experience
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS, R, SAS)
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Experience with emergency preparedness planning
- Strong grant writing and budget management skills
- Knowledge of Louisiana public health regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities