Job Description
Join Arizona's frontline public health team! We're urgently seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to combat emerging health threats and improve community wellness in Phoenix. This high-impact role requires strategic thinking, crisis management expertise, and a passion for serving Arizona's diverse population. Enjoy competitive benefits, retirement plans, and the opportunity to shape public health policy at the state level. Apply immediately – positions fill fast!
Responsibilities
- Lead epidemiological investigations and disease surveillance programs
- Develop emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Coordinate with local healthcare providers and community organizations
- Analyze health data trends and prepare policy recommendations
- Manage grant-funded public health initiatives
- Train healthcare staff on updated protocols and regulations
- Represent the department in interagency task forces
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years of epidemiology or public health experience
- Arizona Public Health Emergency Response certification
- Advanced data analysis and GIS mapping skills
- Experience with crisis communication strategies
- Knowledge of HIPAA and public health regulations
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred