Job Description
Join Virginia Beach's urgent public health initiative! We're seeking a dynamic Public Health Specialist to combat emerging health threats in our coastal community. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape city-wide health policies while enjoying exceptional benefits including competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and generous paid time off. Be part of a mission-driven team making tangible differences in public health outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health interventions for coastal communities
- Conduct epidemiological surveillance and outbreak investigations
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to coordinate emergency response protocols
- Manage federal/state grant funding for health initiatives
- Lead community outreach programs on chronic disease prevention
- Analyze health data trends to inform policy recommendations
- Train public health staff on emergency preparedness procedures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years of experience in government public health roles
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or eligible
- Proficiency in epidemiological software (Epi-Info, SAS)
- Experience with grant management and compliance reporting
- Valid Virginia driver's license
- Ability to work rotating shifts during public health emergencies
- Knowledge of HIPAA and CDC regulatory frameworks