Oklahoma State Department of Health
Craig, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position in state government, located in Northeast Oklahoma. This position can be housed in Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner or Washington County Health Department. Partial telework may also be considered. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is based on education and experience . Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. Also, this position will provide support in Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner, and Washington County. Position Responsibilities •Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. •Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods •Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. •Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. •The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. •The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. •Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. •A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. •Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. •Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. •Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. •Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. •Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. •Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. •Assist in writing grant applications. •Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects Education and Experience •Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. •Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a public Health setting is also qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment •Office Environment •Computer based •Travel may be required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position in state government, located in Northeast Oklahoma. This position can be housed in Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner or Washington County Health Department. Partial telework may also be considered. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is based on education and experience . Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. Also, this position will provide support in Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner, and Washington County. Position Responsibilities •Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. •Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods •Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. •Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. •The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. •The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. •Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. •A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. •Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. •Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. •Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. •Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. •Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. •Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. •Assist in writing grant applications. •Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects Education and Experience •Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. •Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a public Health setting is also qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment •Office Environment •Computer based •Travel may be required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Craig, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a temporary Administrative Technician III providing support and traveling to the Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner, and Washington County Health Departments. The duty station will be determined upon hire. This is an unclassified position in state government. The hourly salary for this position is up to $15.39 based on education and experience. Position Description: This position will independently perform technical duties and provide support to professional and technical staff at the County Health Departments. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. •Maintains a variety of records such as perpetual inventories of supplies and materials, and statements of expenditures; reconciles departmental records with central records; prepares correspondence, forms and reports. •Initiates and handles correspondence relating to a special field or program in regards to agency or program rules, policies, procedures, or requirements. •Performs a variety of sorting and filing tasks; answers the phone, takes messages, and disseminates information; opens, sorts, distributes, collects, and delivers mail; performs a number of tasks such as posting and recording data. •Produces documents of various levels of complexity, ranging from plain copy typing to the manipulation of data to create complex presentations. •Enters and retrieves information using personal computer or other data processing equipment, and receives and reviews coded and uncoded source documents; proofs previously entered data and makes routine corrections. •Examines, checks, and verifies reports and other documents for completeness, appropriateness, adequacy, and conformity to established requirements, and follows up on discrepancies. •Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies used in office or shop operations; receives or delivers materials and equipment. •Reviews and processes claims from vendors, contractors, medical providers and others for reimbursement or payment under various state programs. •Assists customers in securing needed information and documents; conducts interviews to obtain information from clients; provides transportation or other assistance to clients as required. •This is the specialist level where employees will independently perform most complex and technical duties, such as preparing presentations through manipulation of data, or preparing documents for audits or special reports. Some responsibility may be assigned for the functional supervision of other employees on a limited basis. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two years of clerical office experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of office methods and procedures; and of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and basic mathematics. Skill is required to operate office machines including computers/PCs. Ability is required to follow oral and written instructions and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plus knowledge of preparing and interpreting charts and graphs; of basic bookkeeping procedures; of mathematics; of inventory techniques; of telephone procedures; and of standard business communications. Ability is required to establish and maintain filing systems and to prepare documents. Plus knowledge of current office technologies; and ability to prepare documents, reports, and files for dissemination to external sources. NOTES NOTES/REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview . All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a temporary Administrative Technician III providing support and traveling to the Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Ottawa, Rogers, Wagoner, and Washington County Health Departments. The duty station will be determined upon hire. This is an unclassified position in state government. The hourly salary for this position is up to $15.39 based on education and experience. Position Description: This position will independently perform technical duties and provide support to professional and technical staff at the County Health Departments. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. •Maintains a variety of records such as perpetual inventories of supplies and materials, and statements of expenditures; reconciles departmental records with central records; prepares correspondence, forms and reports. •Initiates and handles correspondence relating to a special field or program in regards to agency or program rules, policies, procedures, or requirements. •Performs a variety of sorting and filing tasks; answers the phone, takes messages, and disseminates information; opens, sorts, distributes, collects, and delivers mail; performs a number of tasks such as posting and recording data. •Produces documents of various levels of complexity, ranging from plain copy typing to the manipulation of data to create complex presentations. •Enters and retrieves information using personal computer or other data processing equipment, and receives and reviews coded and uncoded source documents; proofs previously entered data and makes routine corrections. •Examines, checks, and verifies reports and other documents for completeness, appropriateness, adequacy, and conformity to established requirements, and follows up on discrepancies. •Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies used in office or shop operations; receives or delivers materials and equipment. •Reviews and processes claims from vendors, contractors, medical providers and others for reimbursement or payment under various state programs. •Assists customers in securing needed information and documents; conducts interviews to obtain information from clients; provides transportation or other assistance to clients as required. •This is the specialist level where employees will independently perform most complex and technical duties, such as preparing presentations through manipulation of data, or preparing documents for audits or special reports. Some responsibility may be assigned for the functional supervision of other employees on a limited basis. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two years of clerical office experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of office methods and procedures; and of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and basic mathematics. Skill is required to operate office machines including computers/PCs. Ability is required to follow oral and written instructions and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plus knowledge of preparing and interpreting charts and graphs; of basic bookkeeping procedures; of mathematics; of inventory techniques; of telephone procedures; and of standard business communications. Ability is required to establish and maintain filing systems and to prepare documents. Plus knowledge of current office technologies; and ability to prepare documents, reports, and files for dissemination to external sources. NOTES NOTES/REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview . All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
