Job Description
Join Arizona's premier public health agency in an urgent capacity to combat statewide health emergencies. We're seeking a dynamic Senior Public Health Specialist to lead critical initiatives in disease prevention, community outreach, and policy development. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to address pressing public health challenges in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Enjoy competitive state benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible difference in Arizonans' lives.
Why Apply Now? This urgent position offers accelerated hiring timelines and priority consideration for qualified candidates. Start your career in public health leadership without delays.
Responsibilities
- Lead emergency response operations for communicable disease outbreaks
- Develop and implement community health education programs
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform public health strategies
- Collaborate with local healthcare providers and government agencies
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives and reporting requirements
- Train public health staff on crisis protocols and procedures
- Advise policymakers on evidence-based health interventions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in public health emergency response
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) or equivalent credential
- Advanced proficiency in health data analysis tools (e.g., SAS, R)
- Experience managing grant-funded health programs
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred