Job Description
Join the City of Fort Worth's Public Health Department in safeguarding our community's wellbeing. We seek a dynamic Senior Public Health Analyst to lead critical initiatives, drive data-informed policies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address emerging public health challenges. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape health outcomes for over 900,000 residents while working in a mission-driven environment with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex public health data to identify trends and inform evidence-based policy recommendations
- Develop and implement community health assessment programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for public health crises and disease outbreaks
- Lead stakeholder engagement with healthcare providers, nonprofits, and community leaders
- Manage grant-funded projects and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations
- Present findings to city council and executive leadership for strategic decision-making
- Mentor junior staff and supervise data collection initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in government/public health sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, R, SAS) and GIS mapping
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or equivalent credential
- Demonstrated experience with grant writing and federal reporting
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA, CDC guidelines, and Texas Health Code
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills with ability to translate data for diverse audiences