Job Description
Join Alameda County's urgent mission to protect community health! We're seeking a dynamic Senior Public Health Analyst to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention and emergency response. This high-impact role requires immediate placement to address pressing public health challenges in Oakland. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to shape policies that directly impact 1.5 million residents.
Responsibilities
- Lead epidemiological investigations and outbreak response protocols
- Develop data-driven public health strategies using advanced analytics tools
- Collaborate with community stakeholders to implement health equity initiatives
- Manage grant-funded projects totaling $2M+ annually
- Prepare urgent policy briefings for county leadership and media
- Train cross-functional teams on emergency response procedures
- Monitor emerging health threats using real-time surveillance systems
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 5+ years of public health experience with crisis response background
- Expertise in statistical software (R, SAS, SPSS) and GIS mapping
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or equivalent credential
- Proven success in securing federal/state health grants
- Experience working with diverse underserved communities
- Ability to make rapid decisions in high-pressure environments
- Valid California driver's license