Job Description
Join California's premier public health agency in an immediate hire opportunity for a Public Health Specialist in San Diego. This critical role involves leading community health initiatives, analyzing disease trends, and developing evidence-based interventions. Work alongside dedicated professionals to improve health outcomes across diverse populations. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills and a passion for public service.
Responsibilities
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify public health trends and emerging threats
- Develop and implement community outreach programs for vulnerable populations
- Collaborate with local healthcare providers to coordinate emergency response protocols
- Prepare comprehensive reports for state health policy recommendations
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations
- Conduct health education workshops for community stakeholders
- Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness using KPIs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of public health program experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Proficiency in SPSS/R for statistical analysis
- Experience with grant writing and federal/state compliance
- Valid California driver's license
- Bilingual in English/Spanish required
- Knowledge of HIPAA and CDC guidelines