BRFSS Epidemiologist 2

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Agency

Department of Public Health

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

PAY GRADE: M

SALARY: $56,310.72 - $73,677.24 ANNUALLY

Job Description

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.

Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.

Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.

Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.

Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.

Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Under the supervision of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) coordinator, the BRFSS epidemiologist:

Analyzes and translates the BRFSS and other health related data utilizing statistical software appropriate for survey data, including R, SAS and SUDAAN.

Tracks the prevalences of chronic diseases and conditions, risk behaviors and healthcare utilization.

Produces timely reports such as infographics, maps or data summaries for the programs.

Responds to internal and external data requests and monitors the Georgia BRFSS data use.

Collaborates and provides analytical support to Georgia DPH staffs and external partners.

Monitors and updates with timely estimates the Georgia BRFSS dashboard.

Participates regularly in CDC BRFSS monthly calls and in the annual CDC sponsored BRFSS meeting.

Designs and implements BRFSS related studies and uses advanced statistical methods to analyze survey data.

Assists the principal investigator and coordinator in preparing the annual progress report.

Performs additional tasks assigned by the CHIE director or BRFSS coordinator.

Additional Information

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.