Job Description
Join Philadelphia's frontline public health team in this urgent opportunity to safeguard our community's wellbeing. As a Public Health Specialist, you'll lead critical initiatives addressing health equity, disease prevention, and emergency response in America's fifth-largest city. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to tackle pressing public health challenges affecting Philadelphia's diverse population.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting vulnerable communities
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for disease outbreaks and public health crises
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify trends and inform policy decisions
- Collaborate with community organizations to deliver health education and resources
- Manage grant-funded projects ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations
- Lead inter-agency task forces addressing social determinants of health
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of public health program implementation experience
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or equivalent credential
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Experience with emergency preparedness protocols
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
- Ability to work flexible hours including emergency deployments