Public Health Informatics Specialist - Limited Service

State of Vermont • Waterbury Village Historic District, VT

394d

About The Position

The Public Health Informatics Specialist at the Vermont Department of Health is responsible for maintaining and updating data systems that store infectious disease data for the state. This role is crucial in data modernization efforts and involves collaboration with various teams within the Health Department. The specialist will work primarily with the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System Base System (NBS), ensuring its functionality and effectiveness for epidemiology staff.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills.
• Technical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data systems in a public health context.
• Familiarity with epidemiology and infectious disease management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update infectious disease data systems, specifically the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System Base System (NBS).
• Coordinate system changes and enhancements to support epidemiology staff.
• Perform quality assurance tasks and system testing.
• Provide system training and act as a subject matter expert for system users.
• Facilitate communication between IT staff and infectious disease program staff.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules.
• Work-life balance support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed