EPIDEMIOLOGIST

Date: Nov 19, 2024

Req ID: 44953

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Anticipated Starting Salary: 50,221.81

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22106343

County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 12/03/24

Center for Public Health Lab – Zoonotic Section

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences:

In-state, out-of-state travel, and some overnight travel may be required. A valid driver’s license is required.

May be required to be on-call in special situations.

Experience in Zoonotic and Vector-Borne disease epidemiology, surveillance, and control preferred.

Adverse environmental conditions may be a component of frequent activities and may include work outside in adverse weather conditions. The use of personal protective equipment and the transportation and handling of field equipment may be required. May be exposed to physical hazards, which include arthropod bites, chemicals, fumes, and dust.

A master’s degree or higher in Entomology, Epidemiology, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Two (2) years of experience in communicable disease control, epidemiology, environmental science, or a related field is preferred.

Hiring Official: L. Rothfeldt

Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501-661-2268

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: L028C

Grade: GS09

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $50,222.00 - $80,105.00

Summary

The Epidemiologist is responsible for the study and evaluation of communicable diseases and environmental health problems. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Designs and implements demographic, environmental, and epidemiological studies. Gathers and analyzes statistical data, known disease properties, medical assessments, laboratory findings, and other information to identify trends and methods of epidemic prevention or containment and writes technical reports of study findings. Monitors epidemic outbreaks and proposes methods of epidemic containment. Monitors and evaluates disease control programs in health care facilities, day care institutions, nursing homes, and other public facilities and recommends solutions for disease control problems. Develops and conducts training or educational programs to facilitate institution or facility compliance with various disease control regulations. Responds to inquiries from health care professionals and members of the public regarding environmental or communicable disease hazards. Prepares press releases, conducts press conferences, and makes public presentations on communicable or environmental disease hazards, epidemic outbreaks, and control programs. Studies and investigates chemical compounds exposed to the environment to determine their impact on human health, conducts health surveys, and issues health advisories which limit the consumption of food and restrict other types of activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Frequent in-state travel is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the methods and techniques of scientific research and data collection and analysis. Knowledge of statistical methods and formulas. Knowledge of the impact of chemical contaminants on human life and the environment. Knowledge of laws and regulations governing communicable diseases. Ability to design and implement environmental and epidemiological studies. Ability to perform specialized qualitative and quantitative analysis, conduct research, and collect data. Ability to write descriptive results of analysis and present oral and written information. Ability to assess disease control problems and develop solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in biology, public health or a related field; plus one year of experience in communicable disease control, epidemiology, environmental science, or a related field. OR The formal education equivalent of a master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, biology, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.