Job Description
Join the Texas Department of State Health Services in Arlington as a Senior Public Health Specialist. You'll lead critical public health initiatives, coordinate emergency response efforts, and develop data-driven strategies to improve community health outcomes. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to make a tangible impact on public health policy and community resilience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate emergency preparedness and response initiatives across North Texas
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify health trends and risks
- Develop and implement community health education programs
- Liaise with local healthcare providers and government agencies
- Manage grant-funded health improvement projects
- Conduct public health assessments and recommend policy changes
- Supervise junior staff and interns in health outreach initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years of public health program management experience
- Texas Department of State Health Services certification
- Advanced proficiency in SPSS and epidemiological software
- Experience with emergency preparedness protocols
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Strong grant writing and budget management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and crisis communication abilities