Epidemiologist

Salary :

$87,380.80•$107,411.20

Annually Location :

Government Center•891 Mountain Ranch Rd.,

San Andreas, CA Job Type:

Full Time Regular•

Benefited Job Number:

2026-00046

Department:

Health & Human Services Agency Division:

HHSA•

Public Health Opening Date:

06/26/2026

Closing Date:

7/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Position Description Are you passionate about using data to improve community health? Calaveras County is seeking a skilled and dedicated Epidemiologist to help protect and enhance the well-being of our residents through disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, health data analysis, and evidence-based public health initiatives. Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Calaveras County offers a unique blend of professional impact and quality of life. Known for its outdoor recreation, charming communities, and stunning natural landscapes, the county provides an exceptional setting for public health professionals looking to make meaningful contributions while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, assesses community health status via collection, analysis and reporting of community health status outcome data; evaluates health impact of department programs; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification in the Public Health Division is characterized by professional responsibility for providing a departmental-wide framework for appraising the health status of the community, including determining local morbidity levels and patterns of disease and assisting in monitoring the effectiveness of public health activities in addressing community health indicators. Example of Duties Under direction of Deputy Director of Public Health or designee: Apply sound health equity principles to data collection, analysis, and interpretation; Establish and/or maintain surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups (methods include (but are not limited to): reviewing and monitoring case histories, health statistics, surveys, demographic data and laboratory results to identify epidemiologic trends); Investigate epidemics or outbreaks of diseases, either by field participation or by analysis of pertinent data to determine the cause and probable source of disease; Make actionable recommendations based off data analysis and advise on the interpretation and implication of statistical analysis, survey data, and program evaluations; Provide quantitative and qualitative data (including collection and analysis) and recommendations regarding design and implementation of including (but not limited to): Public Health Accreditation, community health assessment; equity assessments, program assessments, and division assessments; Participate as a departmental representative in community activities such as surveys and meetings; Make informational presentations to professionals, policy makers, media, and the public; Serve as consultant on active or potential disease patterns, causation, potential remedial actions and other relevant local health information to physicians, nurses, community leaders, public health officials, media, and the public; Participate in agency strategic planning activities including development of objectives and measures of success; Utilize and improve computer-based storage, retrieval, and analysis systems for epidemiologic studies and analysis; Develop forms and written procedures to gather and organize data; Write a variety of reports for the Public Health Division and others as directed, to explain findings including prepare readily understood tables and graphs; Translate data into culturally and linguistically appropriate information abiding by health literacy principles; Complete secondary data gathering and analysis, gap analysis, and asset mapping. Provide dashboard development and public surveillance data presentation. Assist with data audits; Instruct department staff in gathering data, entering information into data systems, and performing less difficult statistical analyses to extract useful health information; Participate in the development and preparation of project proposals for state, federal, and private foundation funding; Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:

Knowledge of:

Principles and methods of public health practices and theories, collecting, tabulating, and interpreting public health and medical statistical data; the principles of demography, biostatistics and epidemiology as applied to health and social problems; sample size determination; computer data processing methods to generate, organize and display statistical data; methods of projecting population trends and characteristics; professional literature and current trends in epidemiology and public health practice; effective communication techniques; grant writing; and demonstrated understanding of health equity and how to incorporate health equity best practice principles into epidemiologic methods.

Ability to:

Provide effective technical assistance, consultation and, where appropriate, training to Public Health Division staff; utilize data base, word processing, and communications software applications; familiarity or ability to learn appropriate applications including communicable disease reporting systems such as CalREDIE, statistical analysis programs such as Stata or SPSS; and other relevant applications including Microsoft Access and ArcGIS; develop and maintain cooperative, effective, and respectable working relationships with staff, community agencies, and the public; speak clearly, concisely and logically; use tact and persuasion in eliciting information; interpret data and draw valid conclusions; provide accurate and appropriately referenced information in response to data requests; write clear, concise reports, including easily understood tables and graphs; develop realistic implementation plans, work schedules and cost estimates of proposed activities; set priorities and meet deadlines; keep supervisor informed in a timely manner regarding progress on projects, schedule, or cost estimates and problems encountered; and plan, initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervision. Maintain confidentiality and HIPPA compliance.

EDUCATION AND EXPIERIENCE

EITHER

PATTERN I

Education :

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related public health field with coursework in both epidemiology and biostatistics.

Experience :

Three to five years of experience in designing and conducting epidemiological investigations or studies and interpreting epidemiological or demographic data.

OR PATTERN II

Education :

Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in epidemiology, biostatistics or a related public health field (with a minimum of one year of course work in epidemiology and one year in biostatistics).

Experience:

At least one post degree year of experience in designing and conducting epidemiological investigations or studies and interpreting epidemiological or demographic data. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW• Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home.

Program Highlights:

Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify.

Flexible guidelines:

Minimum

FICO 640

; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists

Boot Allowance:

$150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December.

Qualifying Classifications:

Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech.

Uniform Allowance:

$600 per calendar year split into monthly payments. Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer.

Extra-Hire:

Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance.

Vacation days:

0•3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3•10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year

Holidays :

14 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance through

ReliaStar:

$50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%.

Sick Leave:

12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling.

Merit:

After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step.

Probation Period:

New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay : $75 per month for specific approved job classifications.

Flexible Spending:

Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement•Max contribution of $2,500 annually

Flexible Spending:

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account•Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125

Plan :

Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?

LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION

CalPERS:

CLASSIC MEMBERS

2% at 55

PEPRA MEMBERS:

2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS.

Additional Retirement Plan:

The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ). The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. 01 1. Provide an example of how you used epidemiologic or statistical data to identify a health trend, evaluate a program, or inform a public health decision. What data sources and analytical methods did you use, and how did you communicate your findings to stakeholders? 02 2. Describe your experience conducting disease surveillance, case investigations, or outbreak response activities. Include the types of public health issues you addressed, your responsibilities, and how your work supported public health action. 03 3. As the department's epidemiology expert, you may be asked to explain data, disease trends, and public health recommendations to staff, healthcare providers, community partners, and local leaders with varying levels of technical knowledge. Describe your approach to communicating complex information to diverse audiences and building support for public health initiatives. Required Question