Job Description
Join Douglas County's urgent public health initiative! We're seeking a passionate Public Health Specialist to lead critical community wellness programs. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to address pressing health equity challenges across Omaha. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to shape county-level health policies that directly impact 600,000 residents.
Why Apply Now?
• Immediate start opportunity
• Comprehensive health/dental/vision coverage
• Generous retirement plan (9% employer match)
• Student loan assistance program
• Professional development stipends
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health interventions targeting underserved communities
- Lead COVID-19 vaccination and testing outreach initiatives
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health trends
- Coordinate with community organizations for health education campaigns
- Manage grant-funded projects totaling $500K+
- Prepare reports for county commissioners and state health department
- Train frontline public health workers on crisis response protocols
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of public health program implementation experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Proficient in SPSS/R for data analysis
- Experience with grant writing and compliance
- Valid Nebraska driver's license
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
- Ability to work evenings/weekends for community events