Epidemiologist (Senior)

THE POSITION

Solano Public Health provides an exciting career opportunity for Epidemiologists! Epidemiologists in Solano Public Health have plenty of opportunities to be involved in the different programs within Public Health and other county agencies and work with the community and community organizations. Our Epidemiologists are expected to provide epidemiologic and evaluation support to the Communicable Disease; Chronic Disease; Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health; Nutrition Services; Older and Disabled Adults programs and the Public Health Laboratory.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Experience:  Four years of experience conceiving, designing, conducting, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating epidemiological studies with emphasis or specialization in epidemiology. A doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in epidemiology, public health or other related health science field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Education/Training:  A master’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, in epidemiology, public health or a health science field with emphasis or specialization in epidemiology. A doctoral degree (PhD) in epidemiology, public health or other related health science field may be substituted for one year of experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license is required.

SELECTION PROCESS


4/11/2024  – First application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.