Job Description
Join Ohio's frontline public health response team! We're urgently seeking a dedicated Public Health Specialist to lead critical community initiatives in Franklin County. This high-impact role requires immediate deployment to address emerging health challenges while developing sustainable prevention programs. Work alongside state epidemiologists and local health departments to implement evidence-based strategies that protect Ohio's most vulnerable populations. Enjoy competitive benefits including state pension, comprehensive health coverage, and tuition reimbursement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate emergency public health responses for communicable disease outbreaks
- Develop and execute community health education programs across Franklin County
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health trends
- Leverage grant funding to expand public health initiatives
- Collaborate with federal agencies and healthcare providers on compliance protocols
- Train local health department staff on updated regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field (MPH preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in government or nonprofit health programs
- Ohio Public Health Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Advanced data analysis skills (SPSS/R required)
- Experience with emergency management protocols (NIMS/ICS certified)
- Valid Ohio driver's license with clean record
- Spanish bilingual proficiency highly desirable