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Public Health Data and Informatics Specialist

Salary

$72,176.00 - $104,644.80 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Project-Designated Full-time

Job Number

07103

Department

Public Health Department

Division

Epidemiology and Data Science

Opening Date

07/22/2025

Closing Date

8/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

This position supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Integrated Data System (IDS)at the Adams County Health Department (ACHD), with a particular focus on population health epidemiology, data modernization, and cross-program integration. This role is central to ACHD’s vision of a data-informed, equity-driven public health data infrastructure.

This individual will bridge technical informatics and applied epidemiology to help modernize public health workflows, evaluate programs, and support both internal and public-facing data tools. This includes conducting analyses on population health trends, Census data, developing interactive dashboards and use-cases, and facilitating data governance to ensure data is accurate, timely, and accessible for decision-making.

The position requires strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, and will support both strategic planning and day-to-day implementation efforts. It is ideal for a candidate who thrives in a collaborative environment, is passionate about improving health outcomes through better data, and brings both epidemiologic and informatics experience to the table.

Examples of Duties for Success

Population Health Epidemiology

+ Must commit to a learning mindset and continuous improvement regarding the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work within Adams County and The Department of Public Health including management style, work style, training, communication, and evaluation.

Data Modernization & Informatics

+ Assist the development and population of health department data systems, supporting cross-program data integration, documentation, and governance.

+ Create and manage web-based dashboards, portals, and data applications that allow for internal decision-making and public transparency.

+ Design and implement workflows and ETL processes that improve data quality, reduce duplication, and support operational efficiency.

+ Build and automate reporting systems that allow for real-time tracking of program metrics (PMQI, KPIs) and public health surveillance data.

+ Ensure compliance with data standards (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA), and uphold rigorous data privacy and security protocols.

Training, Capacity Building & Collaboration

+ Deliver technical assistance and training to staff and partners on data literacy, dashboard interpretation, and use of data systems.

+ Collaborate with epidemiologists, program managers, IT teams, and community-based organizations to align efforts with ACHD’s strategic goals.

+ Support change management efforts by documenting processes, gathering user feedback, and adapting tools to user needs.

Emergency Preparedness Duties

+ Responds, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents, and events.

+ Participates in all exercises and drills to support the agency’s emergency preparedness mission, as required. Completes trainings identified as appropriate for the position.

HIPAA Statement

+ Maintain sensitive & confidential client information according to the HIPAA policy.

Qualifications for Success

SKILLS

+ Experience with complex data management processes and documentation.

+ Proficiency in epidemiologic and statistical methods used in public health research, surveillance, and evaluation.

+ Experience managing and analyzing complex datasets using tools such as SAS, R, Python, SQL, and Excel.

+ Familiarity with geospatial data and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online) to support mapping and environmental health analyses.

+ Ability to develop and interpret visualizations in platforms like PowerBI, Tableau, or ArcGIS Dashboards.

+ Strong foundation in data governance, quality assurance, metadata documentation, and secure data-sharing practices.

+ Ability to clearly communicate data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences, including policy makers and the public.

+ Understanding of health principles and how communities can impact outcomes across populations and geography.

+ Excellent project management, organization, and collaboration skills; able to manage multiple deliverables and timelines.

+ Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and adaptability in developing new tools, processes, and analytic strategies.

+ Experience supporting strategic planning, community assessments, and/or local government performance measurement frameworks is a plus.

Software/Technical

+ ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online

+ ETL processes (FME Software)

+ Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

+ Network Analysis theory and applications

+ SQL Management Studio

+ PowerBI or Tableau

+ Coding

+ SQL

+ SAS/R

+ Python

+ HTML

Ability to:

+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.

+ Follow complex verbal and written instructions and to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

+ Organize and prioritize work without direction from the supervisor.

+ Interpret and apply a variety of complex organizational policies and procedures.

+ Perform word processing and data entry work at high level of skill to accurately complete a relatively heavy workload in a timely manner.

+ Exercise initiative and sound judgment and apply appropriate decision-making within scope of work procedures.

More Qualifications for Success

Education and Training:

+ Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Public Health, Data Science, GIS, Environment Sciences, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

+ Three years of related work experience OR a masters degree in a related field and one year of related work experience.

Other: Bilingual candidates are preferred and are eligible to earn incentive pay, based on use.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This role remains in a semi-stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time. Occasionally, this role will move about to accomplish tasks by walking or traveling from one department to another, or by traveling from one worksite to another. This position’s physical demands are assessed to be light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

This role constantly communicates with others to exchange information by speaking and writing, and that includes repeating motions that include wrists, hands, and/or fingers. This position will be asked to self-assess accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.

This position can expect no adverse environmental conditions as work is performed in an office building.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree

+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

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Please indicate how you meet the minimum education and experience requirements for this role.

+ I hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Public Health, Data Science, GIS, Environment Sciences, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, AND I have at least 3 years of related work experience.

+ I hold a Master's degree in a related field, AND I have at least one year of related work experience.

+ None of the above.

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Please briefly describe how you have worked with data — for example, collecting, managing, analyzing, or visualizing data — to help answer a public health, community health, or organizational question. What tools did you use, and what did you learn?

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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