Epidemiologist

City of Hartford•Ct 06103, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vacancy is in the Department of Health and Human Services. This is supervisory epidemiology work involving the investigation of the causes and control of disease – the elements contributing to the occurrence or non-occurrence of diseases in Hartford's population. Work involves responsibility for administering a City-wide program in all aspects of epidemiology. Duties include participating in the data collection and analysis of birth, death, reportable disease and other relevant information on the citizens of Hartford. Prepares reports of birth using related selected health factors by census tract. Correlates infant death with births. Prepares reports on the causes of death by age, sex, place of origin, residence and primary occupation. Prepares other reports of health conditions and accidents by age, sex, residence and other appropriate factors. Works with appropriate community resources for obtaining data. Prepares reports for the community; seeks appropriate professional consultation for assistance in interpreting data as necessary. Works with other Health Department staff to plan interventions for protecting the public health and preventing disability. Works with Health Department staff to plan data needs for assessing program effectiveness. The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may perform additional related duties as required. This is a HMEA union position. The hours of work are 40 per week and the above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.

Requirements

A four-year degree in public health, statistics, epidemiology or a closely related field.
Three (3) years of experience in biostatistical analysis or community epidemiology.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
Ability to analyze vital statistics and reportable diseases data.
Ability to conduct investigations and do follow up on reported diseases.
Ability to assess chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, alcoholism and adequacy and accessibility of treatment.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, representatives of other agencies, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree or higher in public health, statistics, epidemiology or a closely related field preferred.
Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application.
Veteran's Preference: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans.

Responsibilities

Administering a City-wide program in all aspects of epidemiology.
Participating in the data collection and analysis of birth, death, reportable disease and other relevant information on the citizens of Hartford.
Preparing reports of birth using related selected health factors by census tract.
Correlating infant death with births.
Preparing reports on the causes of death by age, sex, place of origin, residence and primary occupation.
Preparing other reports of health conditions and accidents by age, sex, residence and other appropriate factors.
Working with appropriate community resources for obtaining data.
Preparing reports for the community.
Seeking appropriate professional consultation for assistance in interpreting data as necessary.
Working with other Health Department staff to plan interventions for protecting the public health and preventing disability.
Working with Health Department staff to plan data needs for assessing program effectiveness.