Salary : $56,044.15 Annually
Location : Public Health Hickory, NC
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 02088
Department : Public Health
Opening Date : 01 / 24 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Position Description
Catawba County Public Health is recruiting a highly motivated individual with strong analytical and presentation skills. This position will coordinate the utilization of data which measures program populations, progress and outcomes. In this position, you will have access to current technology and monitoring systems for data gathering, sharing, analysis, and reporting. Through data analysis, you will have the opportunity to assist program management and staff with developing, applying, and analyzing program evaluation methods; assuring agency-wide continuous quality improvement
Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and report data relevant to Public Health outcomes, initiatives, and community projects
- Implement and guide internal and external data gathering systems and methods
- Develop and monitor internal and external data systems and resources to support program needs across all service areas
- Utilize data to assess population health, determine needs, define target populations and measure outcomes
- Prepare and publish reports, presentations, public-friendly materials and other communications related to internal and external data analysis and assessment
- Support Health Promotion with data collection and analysis supporting Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan coordination
- Assist with coordination of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) every three years, which includes gathering / analyzing data, assessing priorities, and presenting results
- Establish / implement evaluation methodologies and processes to assist program managers / staff with measurement of program outcomes with the appropriate use of data across all service areas
- Support organizational performance improvement efforts and priorities as outlined in the agency's strategic plan
- Work with Public Health Leadership to standardize performance improvement monitoring
- Work across program areas to identify opportunities for performance improvement and support efforts to implement improvements
- Advise area leadership on program evaluation standards, practices, and processes
- Provide leadership to CCPH staff to develop relevant outcomes, determine effective measures, evaluate results, design reporting tools / methods, and identify strategic and tactical actions needed to improve or to continue to accomplish goals / outcomes
- Assist with reporting outcomes to the County Managers office quarterly
- Collect monthly and quarterly data for analyzing and inputting into Data collection tool such as PowerBI
- Assist with developing a Year-End Impact Report for Public Health
Qualifications
Master's degree in Public Health Administration, Public Administration, or Business Administration with 2 years of experience in quality assurance and quality improvement, preferably in a public health or health care agency; ORBachelor's degree in Public Health Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related degree and 3 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in a public health or health care agencyAdditional Requirements :
Ability to present information effectively verbally and in writingAbility to research and apply strong analytical and processing skillsAbility to work with various data reporting systems and identify gaps in existing dataKnowledge of practical evaluation models and techniquesKnowledge and ability to apply principles of continuous improvement, project management, conflict resolution, and change managementDemonstrated organization, facilitation, communication, and presentation skills sufficient to understand, motivate, persuade, collaborate with, and lead othersHigh-level computer skills including Word, Excel, Internet, and databasesAbility to effectively prioritize in a highly dynamic work environment, including working under pressure, meeting short times frames, and performing work with accuracyAbility to work collaboratively as a team as well as strong initiative, ability to self-start, and excellent problem solving skillsHigh degree of professionalism and discretionThis is considered light work; lifting up to 20 pounds.Additional Information
Preferences :
Prefer applicants with experience in collection, analysis, and management of qualitative and quantitative data in a public health or health care agencyPrefer applicants with Lean Six Sigma Certification and Kaizen trainingCatawba County Benefits
As of 7 / 1 / 2024 :
You will find that Catawba County has one of the best benefits packages around. Our Human Resources staff are dedicated to keeping in touch with trends in benefits on both a local and national level, listening to employees' suggestions regarding benefits, and continually reviewing to ensure our benefits package is of good quality and meets the needs of both our employees and our organization. Available benefits include :
Health Care
Health : For a small bi-weekly premium, employees may choose between a traditional (co-pay) health plan and a high deductible health plan coupled with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Coverage may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren), or family.Dental Insurance : At no cost to full-time employees, the County covers preventive, routine, and non-routine care. Coverage for the same benefits may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren) and family. In addition, a $2,000 benefit toward orthodontia coverage is provided for children up to age 19.Vision Care : Coverage is available, at group rates, for employee and dependents, with 2 plan options to choose from.Supplemental critical care and accident insurance plans : These optional coverage plans are available at a nominal cost.Flexible Spending Accounts : Pre-tax accounts which can be used to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision expenses.Employee Wellness
Employee Health Clinic (EHC) : An employee medical clinic, available to all County employees, which operates 40 hours a week. Services provided include acute care, first aid, evaluation and care for workers' compensation injuries, pre-employment screenings, health education, and behavioral health referrals. Services offered both in person and through telehealth. Acute care available to employee's children ages 5-17 regardless of health insurance coverage and for employee's adult children (ages 18-26) or employee's spouse if covered on the county's health insurance.Wellness : The County recognizes the importance of our health and well-being. We maintain a very proactive and effective Wellness Program, including reimbursement and discounts for gym membership, incentives for physical activity, on-site nutrition counseling, free exercise opportunities, wellness education and more.Employee Assistance Program : Counseling services are available to all County employees and immediate family members in the home. Services are provided in a private and confidential setting (in-person or virtually). The County provides coverage for the first six visits.Work Life Balance
Annual Leave : Full-time employees earn from 10-21 days annually based on years of service. Service credit from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County.Sick Leave : Full-time employees earn one day (8 hours) of sick leave per month. Sick leave from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County.Holiday Leave : Throughout the year, 11 days of paid leave are provided in recognition of holidays.Flexible work schedules.Time off for activities that support our local schools.Continuing educational assistance.Discount tickets to recreational venues.Employee appreciation days / activities.Tax-free flexible spending account to pay for dependent care.Financial Security
Local Governmental Employees Retirement System : For employees assigned to work 20 hours per week or more in a benefitted position, participation in this program is automatic. Employees contribute 6% of their salary, which is tax deferred. After (5) years of creditable service, you become fully vested in the retirement system. Employees may also take advantage of individual and group retirement counseling through the Human Resources department.401K : The County provides a 2% contribution plus an additional 1% match (up to 3% total contribution by the County). Our sworn law enforcement officers receive a flat 5% contribution to their 401k.Other Tax Deferred Programs : Other tax-sheltering programs are available through IRS Code 125 (Cafeteria Plan), and a 457 supplemental retirement plan (Deferred Compensation).Longevity Pay : After 5 years of creditable service, employees receive an annual longevity payment that is paid every year thereafter. This lump sum payment rewards employees for their length of service to Catawba County. The amount is based on years of service.Life Insurance : Death benefit equal to one times employee's annual salary with a minimum coverage amount of $25,000. Optional supplemental life insurance coverage is also available for both employee and dependents through payroll deduction at group rates.Short Term Disability : Available at no cost to employees, benefits are available after a 55-day waiting period.Long Term Disability : Available through payroll deduction at group rates.Eligibility for membership and financial services at State Employees Credit Union (SECU) / Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU).What professional experience do you have with data analysis, project management or cross-departmental quality assurance / improvement activities, including number of years performing each function? Please give an overview of the projects you coordinated, the project goals and outcomes.
Indicate your experience collaborating with the State and / or other agencies / representatives in compliance or review / audit related activities. Check all that apply. Indicate "N / A" if you do not have any related experience.
Working with State level officialsWorking with oversight agenciesN / ARequired Question
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