EPIDEMIOLOGY AND PROGRAM EVALUATION COORDINATOR

Provide epidemiology and technical support for the collection and management of public health data, utilizing software and specialized health information systems to collect, analyze and summarize information for grant reports and outcome data; creating collection tools for programs and services offered by the Bureau; analyzing data for program improvement and evaluations; coordinating and integrating data for reports required by funders; and generating reports and summaries in collaboration with staff for presentations to reflect the work done by the Bureau. Some collaboration and meetings with external partners and key stakeholders may be necessary.

This position is grant funded and not guaranteed continuous.Coordinates epidemiology/data management for all Health Bureau programs by providing technical guidance and assistance in the creation of data tools to capture information desired for programs and services; outcome analysis; and support for grant requirements. Ensuring quality and integrity of program data. Identifying data needs and setting up/ utilizing systems to capture relevant program data; and assisting staff members and/or consultants to integrate existing data with relevant data sources in the community.

Generate reports, analysis, and evaluation of all programs from information acquired from data and other sources by compiling and extrapolating data from various programs using established tools and reporting templates. Utilizing specialized health information systems to generate data and reports. Completing program grantor funding requirements for specified data; provide data in format requested. Researching and preparing data indicators for Annual Health Plan. Participating in Bureau’s program meetings to keep up to date on programs and specialized health data systems utilized at Health Bureau – i.e. National Electronic Data Surveillance System (NEDSS), PA-Statewide Immunization Information System (SIS), electronic health record. Assisting staff in development of outcome measurements and evaluation for grant purposes.
 
Assess community health status by gathering and analyzing primary and secondary data by coordinating community health needs assessment activities including City – specific assessment and planning activities and participating in County and Regional level efforts. Develop methods to gather primary data; source and compile secondary data. Analyze data to determine community health status; develop reports to disseminate findings to various audiences. Develop mechanisms and systems to assess health trends related to key indicators and the impact of Health Bureau programs and initiatives on key indicatiors. 
Serve as a data liaison/contact person for data requests, reports, and program reporting by serving as initial point of contact for both internal and external data requests. Attending relevant meetings with external partners as determined. Coordinate subcontractors to support epidemiology and program evaluation functions.

Other duties as assigned by responding as needed in public health emergencies per skills and training. 

• Maintaining Confidentiality
• Written and Verbal Communication skills
• Building Relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs and/or processes organization wide. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply technical.

•  This position is grant funded and not guaranteed continuous. 
  
  

Master’s degree in public health, Epidemiology.

Experience: Over three (3) years up to and including five (5) years research and evaluation experience preferred.

Valid Class C driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

All persons who become employed by the City on or after the effective date of this section (May 18, 2022) shall be or become residents of York County or any county contiguous to York County (Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Hartford, Baltimore, and Carroll Counties), within six months form the first date the employee achieves permanent employment status.

Must pass a background check, Drug Test and provide a PA Child Abuse History Clearance Certificate. Must provide State and Federal background clearances and Mandated Report Certification. 

 Note: Child Abuse History Clearance must be dated within one year from the date of application and must show that "no record exists".    Click here to visit the PA Department of Human Services website for more information on the Child Abuse History Clearances. 

 Click here to submit your application for PA Child Abuse History Clearance online. This method is strongly suggested as you will receive immediate access to your results.  Paper application forms are available in the City of York's Office of Human Resources.

 This position is grant funded and not guaranteed continuous.

 The City of York is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.       

Salary : $54,080