EPIDEMIOLOGY ANALYST

Essential Job Functions: What will I do as an Epidemiology Analyst? Designs and conducts epidemiologic surveys, analyzes surveillance data, and assesses risks of possible epidemics or health-related hazards; prepares epidemiological reports using health data from multiple sources. Investigates disease outbreaks by field participation or by analysis of pertinent data collected by district personnel, including developing case definitions, case report forms, and analyzing case-control study data to determine the cause and probable source of such outbreaks; prepares reports on investigation findings. Participates in the investigation of environmental health threats by collecting and analyzing health and environmental data, preparing interpretation of findings and disseminating recommended prevention and control measures. Responds to requests for data on health-related statistics and associated risk behaviors; designs, codes, and constructs variables by employing computer software suited for epidemiologic analysis. Prepares detailed statistical reports and analyses of various data points, such as population size, gender, race, age, and medical condition. Analyzes health trends and patterns in the county population and assists in the development of a community health profile with policy recommendations. Reviews epidemiological case history forms completed by District nurses or physicians to collect information and to ensure accuracy and completeness of forms. Prepares summaries of epidemiologic studies for presentations in community settings or at professional meetings. Assists in the preparation of a grant application to support enhanced surveillance and targeted epidemiologic research on a specific health-related issue.

Requirements: Requirements to qualify: Option I: A Master's degree* from an accredited college with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent. Option II: A Bachelor's degree* from an accredited college in public health, social science, health science or related field -AND- two (2) years of experience assisting in the design, conduct, and evaluation of epidemiologic studies or investigations.

License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2 – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution or email it to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience using SAS/ACCESS to import data in various formats including tab- or comma delimited, and/or analysis of large datasets using Base SAS.Experience using Microsoft Excel and/or Microsoft Access to enter and summarize data.

Additional Information: Examination Content: This assessment type will evaluate the training and experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Requirements and Desirable Qualifications. Candidates must meet the requirements to qualify and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible List (hiring list). Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible List does not guarantee an offer of employment. Eligibility & Vacancy Information: Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. Available Shift: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Application and Filing Information: How to Apply: We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED. We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification. Social Security Number: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying. Do not share user ID and password: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.