Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20013604)

Job Description

Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20013604)

(
260006X0
)

Organization
:

Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

Hannah C. will contact you if selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
:

Sep 22, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
:

Health Department Building

246 North High Street

1st Floor

Columbus

43215
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation
:

$34.53
Schedule
:

Full-time
Work Hours
:

Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator
:

Classified
Union
:

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill
:

Public Health
Technical Skills
:

Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistics/Mathematics
Professional Skills
:

Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Reasoning

Agency Overview
Epidemiology Investigator 3
About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The goal of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases (BID) is to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases (e.g., foodborne outbreaks, general infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infections, influenza, meningitis, tuberculosis, vaccine-preventable diseases, waterborne outbreaks, zoonotic diseases and vector-borne diseases).
The bureau works closely with local health departments (LHDs), healthcare providers and laboratories to ensure that infectious disease reports are reviewed and investigated timely; the program provides technical expertise and coordination to LHDs, healthcare providers, laboratories and where appropriate, the general public.
Job Description
What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Infectious Diseases is seeking an Epidemiology Investigator 3 to initiate, design, and conduct
epidemiologic

surveillance,

data/statistical

research,

field

studies, and outbreak investigations pertaining to water-borne infectious diseases
. This position will:
Serve as primary contact
for Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and local health districts (LHDs) on water-borne diseases
Coordinate epidemiological database management and provide quality control for data management aspects of investigations (e.g., coordinate data collection; review confidential case reports for accuracy and

completeness;

contact

reporting

sources

for

missing

information)
Submit or arrange for submission of specimens associated with cases/outbreaks to ODH Public Health Laboratory for confirmation and identification of discrete identifiers (e.g., species, serotype, or molecular characteristics)
As directed, provide cross-coverage by performing or assisting with performance of same duties relevant to other infectious diseases (e.g., facility/institution-based outbreaks, Ohio Class A diseases with bioterror potential [e.g., anthrax])
Conduct

computerized

epidemiological
and
statistical

analysis

using

appropriate

statistical software

(e.g.,

REDCap;

SAS; R
)
Write and/or edit reports discussing and drawing conclusions from analysis of epidemiologic datasets,

including

graphical
(e.g., EpiCurves, pie charts, geographical mapping, tables, timelines)
presentations
Serve as trainer and technical advisor to LHD personnel in designing and conducting surveillance activities and investigating cases and outbreaks identified by surveillance
Assist

supervisor

with

administrative

duties

(e.g.,

preparation

of

grant

applications
and
progress reports, provides recommendations regarding expenditure of funds and use of personnel for disease

prevention

programs)
Unusual Working Conditions:

May

require

travel;

may

be

away

from

home

&

normal work

site

up

to

30

days

during

emergencies;

may

be

exposed

to

contagious

&

communicable diseases & toxic or hazardous chemicals.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our
Total Rewards website
! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of
eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (
such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
)

& Optional Deferred Compensation (
Ohio Deferred Compensation
)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine
AND
3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in use of statistical computer software packages
AND
6 mos. exp. as epidemiology investigator with local or federal health agency
AND
must be able to provide own transportation
-Or 6 mos. exp. as Epidemiology Investigator 2, 65762; must be able to provide own transportation.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
Graduate or advanced degree in public health or preventive medicine
Courses in epidemiology
Experience working with statewide epidemiologic databases
Experience with case finding and active follow-up (e.g., case management) for an infectious disease or health condition
Experience in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R)
Experience interpreting and conducting a statistical analysis of health-related data
Experience participating in outbreak investigations
Experience as a lead worker
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills:
Public Health
Technical Skills:
Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistics/Mathematics
Professional Skills:
Attention to Detail, Reasoning, Interpreting Data
EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within 5 working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Supplemental Information
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($34.53 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.20 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the online TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.
STATUS OF POSTED POSITION:
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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Requirements

minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
Graduate or advanced degree in public health or preventive medicine
Courses in epidemiology
Experience working with statewide epidemiologic databases
Experience with case finding and active follow-up (e.g., case management) for an infectious disease or health condition
Experience in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R)
Experience interpreting and conducting a statistical analysis of health-related data
Experience participating in outbreak investigations
Experience as a lead worker
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills:
Public Health
Technical Skills:
Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistics/Mathematics
Professional Skills:
Attention to Detail, Reasoning, Interpreting Data
EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within 5 working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.