This position is grant-funded for 3 years. Collects, plans, and conducts data analyses; interprets data and writes public health reports, conducts epidemiologic investigations, and researches studies; maintains systems for disease reporting and surveillance; and performs complex epidemiological work on the distribution and determinants of communicable and non-communicable diseases, and other public health emergencies.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Analyses data and ensures completeness/accuracy of the data
• Conducts studies designed to identify segments of the population at greater risk of acquiring specific diseases and identify factors associated with disease
• Assists in preparing grant applications and progress reports to grantors
• Reads, interprets, and prepares technical reports on epidemiological studies & investigations and discusses findings
• Provides consultation, educational programs, and information sharing about relevant epidemiological subjects to various audiences  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology/Public Health with at least 12 hours of epidemiology and biostatistics coursework is required
• At least 1 year of experience in public health required
• Must demonstrate the ability, skills, and knowledge to perform statistical analysis and interpretation of public health data

SHIFT:                        

• Monday – Friday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  

HOURLY WAGE:

• New Hire: $33.46 
• 90 days: $35.16 
• 1 year: $37.02
• 2 years: $39.01 
• 3 years: $41.13 

Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!

Why work at Linn County? 

• Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) 
• Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance 
• Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) 
• Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees 
• On-site fitness centers for $15 per year 
• 100% County paid basic life insurance 
• 12 paid holidays per year 
• Training & professional development opportunities