Job Description
The City of San Diego's Public Health Department is seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to join our urgent response team. This critical role involves developing and implementing community health initiatives, analyzing health data trends, and coordinating emergency response protocols. You'll work directly with underserved populations to address health disparities and improve outcomes across San Diego County. Join us in making a tangible impact on public health equity.
Responsibilities
- Lead community health assessments and epidemiological investigations
- Develop evidence-based health intervention programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams during public health emergencies
- Analyze health data to identify trends and recommend policy improvements
- Manage grant applications and reporting for public health initiatives
- Conduct outreach and education programs on disease prevention
- Prepare and maintain compliance with federal/state health regulations
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) preferred
- Proficiency in health data analysis tools (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R)
- Experience with emergency response protocols and grant management
- Bilingual English/Spanish required for community engagement
- Valid California driver's license and clean driving record