Internal Only - Coordinator of Epidemiological Services

City of Springfield • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified applicants to join the Communicable Disease Division as a Coordinator of Epidemiology Services. In this role, you will lead comprehensive investigations into reportable diseases and conditions, provide disease prevention education to clients, and analyze disease trends to ensure an effective and coordinated response to disease prevention. You will also stay informed on emerging pathogens, applying this knowledge to enhance disease surveillance and outbreak control efforts. As a key resource for local healthcare partners and community organizations, you will offer expert guidance on disease prevention and control strategies. This position requires strong investigative skills, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across multiple sectors to protect and improve community health. This position is for INTERNAL CITY OF SPRINGFIELD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Biology, Chemical Sciences, Medical Technology or a related science area.
• Three years of applicable experience that includes regular involvement in epidemiology related matters.
• Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

• Recent epidemiology/communicable disease control experience.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain, at the earliest opportunity available, certification in "Principles of Epidemiology" and "Applied Epidemiology" or equivalent specialized training as determined by the Health Department.
• Training on the Missouri Health Surveillance Information System (MOHSIS) and Emergency Response Data Collection System (ERDCS) or other current systems.
• For Nursing assignment - a MO RN license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive investigations into reportable diseases and conditions.
• Provide disease prevention education to clients.
• Analyze disease trends to ensure an effective and coordinated response to disease prevention.
• Stay informed on emerging pathogens, applying this knowledge to enhance disease surveillance and outbreak control efforts.
• Offer expert guidance on disease prevention and control strategies to local healthcare partners and community organizations.

What This Job Offers

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