<ul> <li>THE POSITION IS TIME-LIMITED* </li></ul> <p>This position is 100% federally funded.</p> <ul> <li>The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $58,898 - $81,233* </li></ul> <p>The Environmental Epidemiologist position is assigned to the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch (OEEB), one of four branches within the Epidemiology Section, Division of Public Health, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). OEEB is responsible for a wide range of activities including: collecting and analyzing data regarding environmental and occupational risks to public health in North Carolina; responding to public health emergencies including the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters; evaluating the scientific literature and available technical data to provide evidence based public health recommendations; developing and implementing programs to prevent exposures to environmental or occupational hazards; assisting local health departments, state agencies, and other partners in the implementation of recommended policies and programs; and promoting public health.</p> <p>The Environmental Epidemiologist is responsible for supporting data management, analysis, visualization, and reporting as a key member of the CDC-funded Environmental Public Health Tracking (EPHT) team. Data analysis and visualization are focused on environmental exposures, health outcomes, climate change, and social determinants of health for the NC Environmental Health Data Dashboard. The position uses SAS, R, Tableau, and other software as needed, and helps the EPHT team with CDC data calls and completion of grant deliverables, reporting, and renewals. The Environmental Epidemiologist works with community organizations and state and local partners and assists with epidemiological investigations and public health responses as needed. The position participates in CDC EPHT meetings and/ or Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) environmental epidemiology-related content working groups, helps to write manuscripts, and presents findings at regional, state, and national meetings and conferences. The position may supervise temporary employees or interns. The position reports to the OEEB Epidemiology Supervisor, who also serves as the Principal Investigator for EPHT. Applicants, please list all relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities under each of your previous positions in the work experience section of the application. </p> <p>About the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch (OEEB):The Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch deals with environmental and occupational conditions and hazards that may pose a risk to human health. OEE identifies and quantifies exposures to environmental and occupational contaminants; conducts risk assessments and risk communication; provides medical evaluation and surveillance for adverse health effects; and provides health-based guidance on levels of exposure to such contaminants.</p> <p>About the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable people - children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders, advocacy groups, local, state and federal entities and many other stakeholders to make this happen. </p> <p>Compensation and Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.</p> <p> </p> <p>For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants that possess the following skills are preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Working knowledge of epidemiology methods, principles, and concepts </li><li>Experience managing and analyzing health data </li><li>Experience programming in SAS or R software </li><li>Experience communicating scientific information orally and in writing </li><li>Training and/or experience using Tableau  </li><li>Experience with visualizing health data </li><li>Experience working in public health practice </li><li>Experience maintaining effective working relationships with diverse partners </li><li>Experience with program evaluation </li></ul> <p>Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.</p> <p> </p> <p>Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:</p> <p>Master's degree in Epidemiology or closely related health field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience</p> <p>OR</p> <p>An equivalent combination of education and experience.</p> <p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.</p> <p>DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.</p> <p>  </p> <p>It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.  Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit.  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.</p> <ul> <li>Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. </li><li>Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. </li><li>If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. </li><li>Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. </li></ul> <p>Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membershipwebsite at https://www.naces.org/members.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.</p> <p>NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Talent Acquisition attalentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov.</p> <p>To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status". </p> <p>For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442.   If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.</p>