Job Description
Join Arizona's premier public health agency in Mesa and help shape healthier communities. We're urgently seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention, health education, and emergency response. This is your chance to make a tangible impact in a dynamic state government environment with competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting community health disparities
- Conduct epidemiological investigations and analyze health data trends
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Collaborate with local healthcare providers and community organizations
- Deliver health education workshops and outreach initiatives
- Prepare detailed reports for state health policy recommendations
- Manage grant-funded projects and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years of public health program implementation experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Proficiency in health data analysis software (SPSS, R)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with emergency response planning
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Ability to work flexible hours including emergency deployments