• Job Description

  Req#: fk0v1qn

  Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

  Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

  Epidemiologist

  Opening Date: November 8, 2023

  Closing Date: November 22, 2023

  Job Class Code: 4363
  Grade: 04-26 (Pro/Tech)
  Salary: $51,521.60 - $69,576.00 / yr

  Position Number: 02000-2837

  Core Responsibilities:

  You will serve as an epidemiologist focusing on Infectious Diseases in Maine. You will be responsible for conducting public health surveillance of tuberculosis, latent tuberculosis infection, and other infectious airborne and direct contact illnesses. This position initiates public health actions to control and/or prevent the spread of these infectious diseases in Maine. You will develop, manage, and evaluate statewide infectious disease surveillance systems; conduct public health interventions; participate in outbreak investigations; and provide consultation on reportable disease conditions to protect the health of Maine citizens and visitors.

  You will also:
  • Coordinate the collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of surveillance data to stakeholders.
  • Investigate all cases of active tuberculosis.
  • Collaborate with Public Health Nursing on the provision of directly observed therapy and contact investigations.
  • Provide professional consultations to program epidemiologists, healthcare partners, and the public.
  • Monitor national and international disease trends and emerging threats.
  • Collaborate with Infectious Disease epidemiologists to improve program operations.
  • Provide input to public health policy initiatives based on surveillance and evaluation to reduce barriers to disease control and prevention.
  • Communicate epidemiological surveillance information effectively and accurately.
  • Serve as Epidemiologist-On-Call and After-Hours On Call on a rotating basis.
  • Participate in daily Infectious Disease Epidemiology morning conference call.
  • Coordinate the state-sponsored tuberculosis workgroup.
  • Assist the Infectious Disease Prevention Program Manager with writing the tuberculosis grant and completion of required reporting.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  A Master’s Degree in Epidemiology or closely related field or a Bachelor’s Degree in Epidemiology or closely related field and two (2) years professional experience in epidemiology. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

  Preferred candidates will have:
  o Knowledge and experience with infectious diseases, particularly tuberculosis.
  o Extensive database skills including creation, management, and integration of diverse datasets.
  o Experience with statistical software (SAS experience is preferred).
  o Knowledge and experience with drafting technical disease information for providers and the public.
  o The ability to guide strategic discussions and help groups to reach decisions to further the mission of the Infectious Disease Prevention Program.
  o Experience in or working knowledge of clinical laboratory testing

  Agency information:

  The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

  The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

  Application Information:

  Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

  For additional information about this position please contact Sara Robinson, Senior Health Program Manager, at (207) 287-4610.

  To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application.

  To request a paper application, please contact Ashley.Smith@Maine.gov .

  Benefits

  No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

  • Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

  • Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .

  • Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

  • Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
  • Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
  • Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

  • Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
  • Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
  • Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

  There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

  As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

  If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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