Chronic Disease Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. In the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW), our vision is to provide a healthier and safer future for every community—where all Ohioans have the access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW advances health and well-being through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data utilization aimed at preventing and managing chronic disease; preventing violence and injury; promoting healthy lifestyles; and improving access to care. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses.
What You'll Do:
ODH's Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) is seeking one (1) Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor to lead chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance activities, manage studies and data systems, and oversee the development of public health data products. The role includes supervision, strategic planning, and collaboration with internal and external partners.
Primary duties include:
Plan, implement, and manage chronic disease epidemiology and surveillance programs.
Lead epidemiologic studies, surveys, field investigations, and program evaluations.
Direct data analysis, data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with state and federal standards.
Supervise and train epidemiology staff; assign work, evaluate performance, and support 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 liaison with ODH units, CDC, local health departments, and community groups.
Respond to public inquiries, prepare correspondence, and deliver presentations.
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of $40.40 per hour.
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*.
Our benefits package includes:- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Position Qualifications:
Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine AND 12 mos. exp. in epidemiology investigation with local or federal health agency which included 6 mos. exp. performing duties comparable with duties of Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763. OR 6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigator 3, 65763. OR Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.
Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
