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STAFF EPIDEMIOLOGIST - Specialist

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STAFF EPIDEMIOLOGIST - Specialist

Salary

$69,380.74 - $85,269.34 Annually

Location

8000 N. Stadium

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37198

Department

Houston Health Department

Opening Date

01/07/2026

Closing Date

1/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

PN: 37198

Division: EHD

Section: Informatics

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm*

*Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Health Department is looking for a Staff Epidemiologist - Specialist to perform the following duties:

+ Manage, analyze, and validate data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness for decision-making

+ Support surveillance activities by monitoring data flows, identifying data quality issues, and implementing improvements to enhance system performance

+ Develop and maintain routine and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and data visualizations for internal leadership, program staff, and external partners

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders across programs to understand data needs, define requirements, and translate them into technical solutions

+ Coordinate with external partners, vendors, and state or federal agencies to support data exchange, interoperability, and reporting standards

+ Support implementation and optimization of electronic reporting systems and data integrations in alignment with public health informatics best practices

+ Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, security, and regulatory requirements related to public health data

+ Document data workflows, system processes, and technical specifications to support continuity and knowledge sharing

+ Knowledge and experience using data analysis software (e.g. python, SAS, SQL)

+ Knowledge and experience using data visualizations software (e.g. Power BI)

The department may administer a skill assessment test.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

PHYSICAL SKILL:

Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Specialist: Requires a Master's degree in Epidemiology or related biological, medical or medical

research fields.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required.

Progressively responsible professional experience in public health or health care may be substituted for the

educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

+ Specialist: PhD in Public Health or Master's degree in Public Health with emphasis in Epidemiology

and two years of professional experience as Staff Epidemiologist are preferred.

+ Biostatistician: Two years of experience in Biostatistics/Statistics are preferred.

+ Experience with data analysis in python, SQL, SAS preferred.

+ Experience in data visualization, setting objectives and goals, and tracking progress toward measures preferred.

+ Experience in building data collection tools and managing data is strongly preferred.

+ Experience in public health surveillance, informatics, or epidemiology is preferred.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 22

SALARY INFORMATION

GRANT FUND POSITION

Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.com (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm) or call 832-395-8357.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-4885). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

02

What is the highest level of education obtained?

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associate's Degree in Epidemiology or in Public Health with emphasis in Epidemiology or related biological, medical or public health fields

+ Bachelor's Degree in Epidemiology or in Public Health with emphasis in Epidemiology or related biological, medical or public health fields

+ Master's Degree or Higher in Epidemiology or in Public Health with emphasis in Epidemiology or related biological, medical or public health fields

+ None of the above

03

How many verified years experience do you have in epidemiology or data analysis?

+ Less than 1 year of experience

+ 1 year to less than 3 years of experience

+ 3 years to less than 6 years of experience

+ 6 years to less than 10 years of experience

+ 10 years or more of experience

+ No Experience

04

Describe your experience in data analysis, especially related to working with analysis software such as SAS.

05

Describe your experience in data visualization.

06

Describe the relevant experience you gained in your current/previous job.

07

Describe your experience in working with internal and external customers.

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