Ops Government Analyst Ii

Job Overview

Professional position under the direct supervision of the Epidemiology and Evaluation Section Administrator within the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention. Responsible for epidemiologic and evaluation functions for the Bureau with a specific emphasis on asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart disease and stroke, and obesity.

• Analyzing various data sets (including vital statistics, emergency and hospital discharge, and population-based surveys such as the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System [BRFSS]) to describe the burden of chronic disease in Florida.
• Developing data products and reports to communicate analysis findings to inform stakeholders and guide statewide chronic disease prevention efforts.
• Completing data analysis activities and requests in a timely manner.
• Meeting regularly with Bureau programs to develop analysis plans based on programmatic needs.
• Identifying data sources and measures of success.
• Providing guidance to other team members on epidemiologic approaches and analyses.
• Assisting with grant applications and submission of reports to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with statewide chronic disease prevention partners, bureau-wide programs, county health department staff, and individuals who impact chronic disease prevention efforts.
• Participating in Epidemiology and Evaluation Section meetings and assisting team members with developing, implementing, and tracking bureau surveillance and evaluation plans.
• Participating in and attending pertinent educational opportunities to further enhance personal and professional development.
• Participating in epidemiologic studies conducted by the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention and/or its partners.
• Participating in national chronic disease epidemiology and evaluation work groups (e.g., Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists [CSTE], National Association of Chronic Disease Directors [NACCD], etc.).
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required by bureau program activities.

Expertise required includes experience with data analysis, survey data and health system data, report writing, public speaking, knowledge of epidemiologic and statistical methods, data analysis using statistical software such as SQL and SAS, Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping skills, familiarity with epidemiologic and research methodology, and ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

• Minimum:
  Willingness to physically come in the office to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Preferred:
  Work experience in a health-related field such as public health, epidemiology, and/or biostatistics.

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

Position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Employment is contingent upon completion of the Form I‑9 and verification using the E‑Verify system. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.