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$48.35-$61.14 hourly / $8,381.00-$10,597.00 monthly / $100,568.00-$127,171.20 yearlyUnder general supervision, assists in planning and conducting epidemiological investigations, field studies; and performs related duties as required.
Epidemiologist I is the entry level classification in the Epidemiologist series. Incumbents are responsible for learning and performing a range of routine investigative and analytical epidemiologic activities that include surveillance, data collection, and data analysis for the detection and prevention of diseases and injuries which are limited in scope and may not require a full array and breadth of epidemiological skills and competencies. As the Epidemiologist I gains experience and demonstrates proficiency, incumbents are expected to gradually perform more responsible assignments with increasing independence.
The Epidemiologist II is the journey/lead classification. Incumbents work independently in the design, development, collection, analysis, and dissemination of epidemiologic studies, using the full breadth and range of epidemiological skills and competencies, making recommendations for health improvement, and actively monitoring health trends. The Epidemiologist II may lead epidemiologic investigations and data projects for the prevention and control of specific communicable and chronic diseases, injuries, and other health conditions. May lead or supervise assigned staff.
Epidemiologist II:
Thorough knowledge of the above plus:
Abilities To:
Epidemiologist I:
Epidemiologist II:
All of the above, plus:
Training and Experience
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these would be:
Epidemiologist I
Graduation from an accredited School with a Master’s Degree, or higher, in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, Data Science, or closely related field;
Epidemiologist II
Graduation from an accredited School with a Master's Degree, or higher, in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, Data Science, or closely related field;
AND
Two (2) years of experience in a public health agency with responsibility for communicable disease control efforts comparable to the Epidemiologist I.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
In the event of grant funding, additional specialized requirements may apply. (Note: This may be identified at the time of recruitment)
Bargaining Unit: General Rep
EEOC Job Category: 02
Occupational Grouping: 48
Worker's Comp Code: 0290