Ohio Department of Health
Section Chief, Chronic Disease, Violence, and Injury Epidemiology (Epidemiology
Ohio Department of Health, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Section Chief, Chronic Disease, Violence, and Injury Epidemiology (Epidemiology Investigation Project Manager)
Lead and manage statewide epidemiology programs focused on chronic disease, health promotion, and violence/injury prevention.
Responsibilities
Oversee surveillance systems including OH‑VDRS, SUDORS, EpiCenter, ODRS, and BRFSS.
Ensure data collection, analysis, storage, and distribution meet state and federal standards (e.g., CDC).
Provide technical assistance and consultation to data owners such as coroners, law enforcement, and medical examiners.
Develop and administer federal and state grants; manage program budgets and funding allocations.
Act as principal investigator on complex public health grants and projects.
Supervise and develop staff, including onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
Plan and implement epidemiologic studies, surveillance systems, and data management tools.
Ensure scientific integrity, data quality, and compliance with confidentiality and security protocols.
Serve as Data Steward, managing researcher data requests and supporting grant applications.
Interpret and communicate study findings to internal staff, policy makers, and the public.
Prepare reports, publications, and presentations for technical and general audiences.
Coordinate with other surveillance systems and public health programs to improve data efficiency.
Qualifications
Completion of a graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine.
24 months experience in epidemiology investigation with a local or federal health agency, including at least 12 months in supervisory principles/techniques or performing duties comparable with those of an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (65765).
One course in budgeting or 3 months experience in preparing budgets for an operational unit.
OR 6 months experience as an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (65765).
OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class qualifications noted above.
Job Skills
Public Health
Budgeting, Interviewing, Management, Program Management, Coaching, Collaboration, Teamwork, Leading Others, Developing Others
Agency Overview 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. Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) includes programs that address chronic diseases, prevent and reduce injuries, promote access to health care, and reduce health disparities. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses.
Work Information
Location: Health Department Building, United States of America‑OHIO‑Franklin County‑Columbus
Schedule: Full‑time
Compensation: $43.09 per hour
Work Hours: 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM
Union: Exempt from Union
Contact: Steven G. – Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.
Unposting Date Dec 19, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
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Responsibilities
Oversee surveillance systems including OH‑VDRS, SUDORS, EpiCenter, ODRS, and BRFSS.
Ensure data collection, analysis, storage, and distribution meet state and federal standards (e.g., CDC).
Provide technical assistance and consultation to data owners such as coroners, law enforcement, and medical examiners.
Develop and administer federal and state grants; manage program budgets and funding allocations.
Act as principal investigator on complex public health grants and projects.
Supervise and develop staff, including onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
Plan and implement epidemiologic studies, surveillance systems, and data management tools.
Ensure scientific integrity, data quality, and compliance with confidentiality and security protocols.
Serve as Data Steward, managing researcher data requests and supporting grant applications.
Interpret and communicate study findings to internal staff, policy makers, and the public.
Prepare reports, publications, and presentations for technical and general audiences.
Coordinate with other surveillance systems and public health programs to improve data efficiency.
Qualifications
Completion of a graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine.
24 months experience in epidemiology investigation with a local or federal health agency, including at least 12 months in supervisory principles/techniques or performing duties comparable with those of an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (65765).
One course in budgeting or 3 months experience in preparing budgets for an operational unit.
OR 6 months experience as an Epidemiology Investigation Supervisor (65765).
OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class qualifications noted above.
Job Skills
Public Health
Budgeting, Interviewing, Management, Program Management, Coaching, Collaboration, Teamwork, Leading Others, Developing Others
Agency Overview 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. Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) includes programs that address chronic diseases, prevent and reduce injuries, promote access to health care, and reduce health disparities. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses.
Work Information
Location: Health Department Building, United States of America‑OHIO‑Franklin County‑Columbus
Schedule: Full‑time
Compensation: $43.09 per hour
Work Hours: 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM
Union: Exempt from Union
Contact: Steven G. – Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.
Unposting Date Dec 19, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
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