Job Description
Join the City of San Diego's Public Health Department in a mission-critical role dedicated to enhancing community wellness. As a Senior Public Health Analyst, you'll lead data-driven initiatives to combat public health challenges, ensuring the safety and vitality of San Diego's diverse population. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on urban health policy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement epidemiological studies to monitor disease trends
- Analyze public health data to identify emerging threats and inform policy decisions
- Develop evidence-based intervention strategies for vulnerable communities
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams on emergency response protocols
- Present findings to city officials and community stakeholders
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives and reporting requirements
- Train junior staff on public health analytics methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in government/public health sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (R, SAS, SPSS)
- Certification in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Experience with GIS mapping for health data visualization
- Demonstrated success in grant writing and management
- Strong written/verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
- Valid California driver's license