Job Description
Join our urgent mission to safeguard El Paso's community health! The Texas Department of State Health Services seeks a dedicated Public Health Specialist to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention, health education, and emergency response. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to address pressing public health challenges in our border community. Enjoy competitive state benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make tangible differences in underserved populations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based health education programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health trends
- Collaborate with community organizations on health outreach initiatives
- Manage grant-funded health improvement projects
- Conduct health compliance inspections and investigations
- Prepare detailed public health reports for state and federal agencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years experience in public health or healthcare administration
- Texas Department of State Health Services certification required
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (mandatory)
- Experience with EMR systems and health data analytics
- Valid Texas driver's license with clean record
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends