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Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Public Health Job Classification Title Publ Hlth Epidemiologist (NS) Position Number 65030225 Grade MH15 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The HIV Prevention Epidemiologist position serves as the lead Epidemiologist for the HIV/STD Prevention Program and is responsible for managing, analyzing, and reporting HIV, STD, and HCV testing data to support public health decision-making and program evaluation. The role involves developing and maintaining data systems, conducting statistical analyses using SAS and other tools, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders. This position ensures data quality and security, supports grant reporting, and provides technical guidance to community partners and program staff. It also coordinates with the Surveillance Unit and other public health programs to align data efforts and improve service delivery. The position operates independently and supervises assigned staff to meet programmatic and reporting objectives. Key Duties Include: - Perform statistical analyses and generate epidemiologic reports using SAS and other statistical software to identify trends in HIV, STD, and HCV testing data. - Develop, maintain, and evaluate data systems to support program goals, reporting requirements, and public health interventions. - Supervise assigned staff responsible for data management and ensure timely completion of ad hoc and routine reporting tasks. - Coordinate data integration and analysis efforts with the Surveillance Unit and other public health programs to support comprehensive evaluation. - Lead the preparation of annual and biannual reports detailing statewide HIV/STD/HCV screening activities and outcomes. - Write and revise SAS code to extract, clean, and analyze data from multiple sources for internal use and external reporting. - Support grant writing and budget development by providing data analysis and contributing to federal and state funding proposals. - Train internal and external stakeholders on data systems, reporting tools, and interpretation of epidemiologic findings. - Serve as the primary liaison for data-related inquiries from community partners, public health agencies, and legislative bodies. - Contribute to policy development by analyzing data trends and recommending changes to improve HIV/STD/HCV prevention strategies. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $58,898.00 - $88,348.00 Recruitment Range: $58,898.00 - $78,491.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Demonstrated experience writing, editing, and executing SAS programs to extract, clean, and analyze large datasets for epidemiologic reporting and program evaluation. Proven ability to design and manage data systems for HIV/STD/HCV testing programs, including integration of multiple data sources and implementation of data quality controls. Expert-level proficiency in generating statistical reports and visualizations to communicate trends and findings to internal leadership, public health partners, and external stakeholders. Documented experience coordinating interagency data-sharing efforts and aligning program objectives across public health departments, surveillance units, and community-based organizations. Demonstrated success leading the development of grant-related data deliverables, including compiling and analyzing data for federal progress reports and funding proposals. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is 100% Federally Funded Physical Requirements: Ability to work independently in non-handicapped accessible areas. About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH): The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state. About the Communicable Disease Branch: The Communicable Disease Branch strives to protect and improve the health of people in North Carolina through disease detection, tracking, investigation, control, education, prevention and care activities to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from communicable diseases that are a significant threat to the public. The Communicable Disease Branch works with the public, local health departments and other public health agencies, healthcare professionals, educators, businesses, communities and healthcare facilities to ensure that North Carolina is prepared to respond to any communicable disease situation that affects the people who live, work and visit here. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits. Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.                Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. CONTACT INFORMATION  If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Master's degree in Epidemiology or closely related health field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Yvette Jones Email: talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov YVETTE.JONES@DHHS.NC.GOV North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.