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Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
EPIDEMIOLOGIST
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 11: 59p.m on (PST).
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Epidemiologist positions. This eligible list may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
HEALTH CARE AGENCY
The County of Orange, Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Public Health Services (PHS) and Specialized Medical Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
THE PROGRAM
The Communicable Disease Control Division investigates individual cases and outbreaks of communicable diseases of public health importance in order to prevent their spread. The Program monitors and analyzes trends in reportable communicable diseases and provides information to community partners including doctors, hospitals, schools, the public and news media. Services including education and preventative treatment are provided to individuals who have or are at risk of contracting certain communicable diseases.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Epidemiologist will support reportable communicable disease surveillance, investigation and reporting, and will be a critical component of HCA's response to communicable disease outbreaks and events of public health concern.
Major responsibilities of the position also include:- Designing and participating in surveillance and epidemiological studies of communicable diseases
- Conducting and completing outbreak/cluster investigations for communicable diseases
- Reviewing, monitoring, and interpreting local data to identify and describe disease trends
- Participating in the development and operation of data systems for the monitoring of disease status and trends
- Preparing written and oral presentations of epidemiological findings and complex statistics in a concise and accurate manner
- Performing statistical analysis on large data sets for surveillance and epidemiological studies utilizing computer programs such as R/RStudio, PowerBI, Qualtrics, SAS, ArcGIS, and MS Office including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Providing consultation with staff and the public on data and epidemiology issues
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will have one (1) year of experience in public health and/or communicable disease surveillance and communicable disease reporting and investigation. Additionally, the ideal candidate will also have at least one (1) year of experience using analytical statistical methods and statistical software such as R/RStudio, PowerBI, Qualtrics, SAS, Excel, or other relevant software. A bilingual Spanish speaking candidate is desirable for the role but not required.
In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:
Professional & Technical Expertise &Using Technology- Management of data from surveillance, investigations, or other sources
- Evaluates conclusions and interpretations from investigation
- Determines evidence-based interventions and control measures in response to epidemiologic findings
- Creates data visualizations and dashboards using analytical statistical methods and software programs
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Analyzing & Interpreting Data- Evaluates analysis of data from an epidemiological investigation or study
- Develops and manages information systems to improve effectiveness of surveillance, investigation, and other epidemiologic practices
- Understands and applies complex statistical analysis
Written & Oral Communication I Presentation Skill I Informing- Prepares written and oral reports and presentations that communicate necessary information to staff, community partners, and general public
- Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
- Communicates sensitive issues effectively with diplomacy, persuasion, and accuracy
Building & Maintaining Relationships I Professional Impact- Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with physicians, public health nurses, environmental health staff, public health lab staff, colleagues, community partners, and public health staff
- Interacts professionally with a variety of professionals and responds in a timely manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here for a complete description and minimum qualifications for the Epidemiologist classification, as well as the physical and mental requirements and environmental conditions.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral interview (Weighted 100%)
Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION : Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS : Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
QUESTIONS:
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Janeth Boudreaux at (714) 834-2217 orjboudreaux@ochca.com.
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 6/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Orange
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