Chronic Disease Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (PN 20013660)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Health’s Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness is seeking an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor to lead chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance activities, manage studies and data systems, oversee public health data products, supervise staff, contribute to strategic planning, and collaborate with internal and external partners. The bureau advances health and well-being through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data use to prevent and manage chronic disease, prevent violence and injury, promote healthy lifestyles, and improve access to care.

The position is based at 246 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio. It is a permanent, full-time, classified, exempt-from-union hourly role. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a flexible schedule. The listed starting pay is $40.40 per hour; the posting states that, absent a legislative requirement otherwise, the selected candidate will start at Pay Grade 14, Step 1, with an opportunity for an increase to $42.70 per hour after six months of satisfactory performance and annual increases thereafter.

The final candidate must undergo a criminal background check. Official transcripts for claimed post-secondary education are required before a formal offer. Applications must be submitted online and clearly document how the candidate meets the minimum qualifications.

Requirements

• Complete a graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine and have 12 months of epidemiology investigation experience with a local or federal health agency, including six months performing duties comparable to an Epidemiology Investigator 3; or have six months of experience as an Epidemiology Investigator 3; or provide alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class qualifications.
• Applicants must clearly document qualifying experience, education, and training in the online application; supplemental-question answers must be supported by the application’s work experience and education.
• Provide official transcripts for all claimed post-secondary education within five working days of request.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and manage chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance programs.
• Lead epidemiologic studies, surveys, field investigations, and program evaluations.
• Direct data analysis and ensure data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with state and federal standards.
• Supervise and train epidemiology staff, assign work, evaluate performance, and support staff development.
• Produce and oversee reports, dashboards, fact sheets, grant deliverables, and evaluation documents.
• Participate in strategic planning, statewide health assessments, and development of goals and performance measures.
• Serve as a liaison with ODH units, the CDC, local health departments, and community groups.
• Respond to public inquiries, prepare correspondence, and deliver presentations.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager