COMMUNITY PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV

DESCRIPTION

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services, Physician Services Bureau’s Clinical Division is recruiting for a Community Program Specialist IV. This is a TEMPORARY position intended to assist with the current TB emergency in the City of Long Beach. Reporting to the TB Nurse Practitioner, this position will provide oversight on the TB Clinic’s surveillance systems, epidemiologic studies, and epidemiologic research methodology and data analysis. This position is primarily located at the Main Health Department, 2525 Grand Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90815 and may assist at satellite locations.

Please note this an a non-recurrent position in which duties shall be discontinued within nine months from the date they are first commenced.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Plans, conducts, and evaluates epidemiological studies and investigations of TB outbreaks; including the development of study design and methodology, analysis of case and control data, and preparation of reports on the study or investigation findings;
• Plans, manages, and evaluates data collection and surveillance systems to investigate and control acute, chronic, and other health related diseases;
• Conducts complex data analyses on large and small datasets using methodological techniques and computer software appropriate for epidemiological analysis;
• Acts as representative of the Clinical Services Divisions and attends related meetings and conferences as necessary;
• Oversees collection and analysis of data for disease outbreaks and the coordination of emergency response to related outbreaks;
• Works closely with local hospitals and California Department of Public Health personnel to manage surveillance and response to emerging infections;
• Collaborate with local health jurisdictions and the State regarding TB and communicable disease outbreaks and investigations;
• Interprets and analyzes data for communicable disease and emerging infectious diseases;
• Supports technical research projects related to TB and other communicable diseases, emerging infections;
• Create production of internal and external reports;
• Disseminates information to various agencies, and submits research items for publication and presentation;
• Presents information to stakeholders and community members on TB and other communicable diseases;
• Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, or closely related field.
  • Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years full-time progressively complex experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position.
  • A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Public Policy, or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required professional experience.

ABILITY TO:

• Learn, interpret, retain, and communicate technical and complex information, terminology, policies and procedures related to grant programs and compliance.
• Research and analyze data using a systematic and logical approach.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Work effectively with a wide variety of people by consistently exercising tact, good judgment and a pro-active, problem-solving focused communication style.
• Operate office equipment including computers, printers and copiers as well as the word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, database and program specific applications.
• Type and enter data accurately.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or a related field.
• Prior experience in public health, epidemiology, or healthcare-related research, preferably involving data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency in specialized data analysis software.
• Familiarity with grant-funded programs, including data reporting and compliance with funding requirements.
• Understanding of epidemiology, disease surveillance, and public health research methods.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and interpretation.
• Familiarity with public health databases (e.g., state and local disease registries).
• Knowledge of grant application processes, reporting, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in statistical software.
• Ability to design and manage databases.
• Strong technical writing skills for creating reports, presentations, and documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail in data handling, analysis, and documentation.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST, on Monday, December 2, 2024 . T o be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements , including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7165.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7165.

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Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 12/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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