Job description

JOB
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians. What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.Start your career in public service. The Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services (DAS) is seeking candidates for Epidemiologist 2 (Covid Data) - 00190533. This position is located at 2 Peachtree Street, NW, Atlanta Georgia 30303. This position is a limited position ending September 30, 2024. JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
PG: K Under general supervision, plans, develops, and analyzes data collection in the DAS Data System (DDS) for COVID. Works closely with the DAS Program leads to evaluate, analyze, and communicate program’s requirements on a continuing basis and maintain processes, including the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and yearly status reports to all appropriate parties. Author and update internal and external documentation and formally initiate and deliver requirements and documentation to programs in a timely manner. Conduct database analytics to maximize effectiveness and troubleshoot problems.Role and Responsibilities: Develops SQL queries to pull data for quality assurance on Dementia data elements across all programs in DDS and prepares comprehensive quantitative data reports on a scheduled basis.Own and develop relationship with partners, working with them to optimize and enhance workflow processes.Report on common sources of technical issues or questions and make recommendations to program teams.Gathers and delivers ad hoc data to programs as requested.Assists with Help Desk as needed.Works with tableau and/or Microsoft BI to develop data visualizations. Core Competencies: Provides services and information to and honors all of the State’s commitments to internal and external customers by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service.Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals and works as a team player within and across departments to achieve shared goals. Treats others with dignity and respect, maintains a friendly demeanor and values the contributions of others.Delivers consistently required business results and meets achievable yet aggressive goals. Complies with quality standards and meets deadlines. Maintains focus on agency and State goals.Displays honesty, accountability, and a strong commitment to his or her public duty and presents oneself as a credible representative of the agency and State to maintain the public trust. Demonstrates ability to make sound judgments and develops effective, viable solutions to drive the effectiveness of the Department and State. Has excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in public health or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND Two (2) years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field.ORBachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND Three (3) years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field.OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Epidemiologist 1 (HCP180) or position equivalent.Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience: Course of study or work experience that include working in a helpdesk environment practical use of data and statistical analysis is highly desirable.Knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) report language and familiarity with Microsoft SQL Report Builder software, and Tableau.Demonstrated skill in the application of multivariate statistical methods to analyze large data sets using a statistical package such as Stata, SAS or SPSS.Prior experience with Wellsky or SAMS products.Prior database management experience.Prior Project management experience.Proficiency with the MS Office suite including Microsoft Teams.Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services https://dhs.georgia.gov/ Employment Information Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.DHS is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DHS-HR@dhs.ga.gov.The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

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