Wastewater Epidemiologist I-61005944

Job Responsibilities Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference! Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity This Epidemiologist I position assists with the collection, analysis of statistical data, communication through epidemiological reports and data visualization supporting South Carolina's wastewater-based epidemiology program. The Employee will also provide support to Communicable Disease Epidemiology Section (CDES) and the Public Health Laboratory (PHL) for surveillance and response activities related to communicable diseases. Serve as an epidemiologist, performing data analysis and assisting in creating data visualization for South Carolina's wastewater-based epidemiology program assisting the Wastewater Program surveillance activities. Performs analysis and dissemination of wastewater data, including accompanying sequence data, in dashboards as directed by the wastewater program team lead. Communicate with the PHL staff as needed to evaluate quality control and data validation. Assists with automated transfers to Data Collation and Integration for Public Health Event Responses (DCIPHER) and communication with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Participates in the CDES on-call rotation and in outbreak response activities to support local public health departments and central office response coordination. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested, and responds as directed during emergencies which may occur outside normal work hours, and travel if requested. Agency standard working hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Flexibility in work hours may be required, including evenings and weekends. Limited overnight travel may also be necessary. Work will occur in an office environment, either in a DPH building or via teleworking. During times of emergency response (i.e. hurricane sheltering) participation may be required. Minimum And Additional Requirements State Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Public Health in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a closely related field. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Agency Additional Requirements: Knowledge of methods of epidemiological design, data collection, data analysis and presentation of information. Knowledge of standard descriptive statistical methods. Ability to present information in written and oral form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Preferred Qualifications Statistical Analysis System (SAS), R Certification, and/or Python Certification or similar Analysis Systems. Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate Certification (PL-300) ArcGIS Certification. Additional Comments EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant Employees (TGE) positions that includes: 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year15 days Sick Leave per year13 Paid HolidaysHealth, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information. S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation) Retirement benefit choices *State Retirement Plan ( SCRS ) State Optional Retirement Program ( State ORP ) Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant Employees (TGE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.