Job Description
Join Miami's frontline defense against public health emergencies! The Miami-Dade County Health Department seeks a dedicated Public Health Specialist to address urgent community health challenges. This critical role requires immediate deployment to coordinate disease surveillance, emergency response protocols, and community outreach initiatives. Help protect South Florida's diverse population while advancing your career in government service with competitive benefits and job security. Immediate start required - apply today!
Responsibilities
- Lead disease surveillance and outbreak investigations across Miami-Dade County
- Develop and implement emergency response protocols for public health crises
- Coordinate with community organizations on health education initiatives
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform policy recommendations
- Manage grant-funded public health programs and reporting requirements
- Train frontline healthcare workers on emerging health threats
- Collaborate with state/federal agencies during emergency declarations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of public health emergency response experience
- Certified in Incident Command System (ICS-300) or higher
- Proficiency in epidemiological data analysis tools (SPSS, R, SAS)
- Bilingual English/Spanish required for community engagement
- Valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work flexible hours including emergency deployments