Community Substance Use Data and Engagement Specialist

Community Substance Use Data and Engagement Specialist

Salary

$63,828.00 - $91,944.00 Annually

Location

Boulder County, CO

Job Type

Term

Job Number

6879(EP1)

Department

Public Health

Division

PHD Comm Disease Emer Mgmt

Opening Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Boulder County Public Health Department is seeking to hire a Community Substance Use Data and Engagement Specialist. The Community Substance Use Data and Systems Specialist provides coordination, data collection and analysis, evaluation, and community engagement support for substance use prevention initiatives in Boulder County, including the Healthy Futures Coalition (HFC), Elevating Prevention in Colorado (EPIC) project, and the Substance Use Advisory Group (SUAG). This position supports community-driven prevention efforts and helps ensure data-informed decision-making and evaluation across coalition activities.

This role leads data collection, evaluation, and supports reporting for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Elevating Prevention in Colorado (EPIC) grant and grants funding SUAG. The Community Substance Use Data and Engagement Specialist translates qualitative and quantitative survey data and coalition observations into formal assessments, plans, and reports required by CDPHE. They also translate that data back to the community in accessible formats so that residents, youth, and coalition members can lead decisions about prevention strategy, policy change, and quality improvement. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with grant requirements, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and translating findings into clear, accessible information for coalition members, partners, and funders.

Funding dependent, this role will also coordinate Boulder Countys Community Naloxone Coordination Initiative (CNCI), supporting equitable access to naloxone for community organizations serving people at risk of overdose. Responsibilities may include developing and maintaining CNCI processes, coordinating applications, inventory management, distribution, data tracking, and co-facilitating a CNCI oversight workgroup with the SUAG Facilitator. This position supports strategic implementation by facilitating the Community Based Data Workgroup shared between HFC and SUAG, supporting the Boulder County Overdose Workgroup, and contributing to SUAG workgroups as appropriate. They also lead BCPH's contributions to the Shared Measurement project in collaboration with the City of Boulder and Community Based Data Workgroup.

The Specialist builds and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and other partners. This position works closely with internal staff and external stakeholders to align data collection and assessment efforts and identify opportunities to leverage shared data for prevention planning.

This role requires a self-directed professional who is comfortable working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and balancing strategic thinking with detailed implementation. The nature of community-based work also requires someone who is highly collaborative with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate can manage multiple priorities, support both planning and operational tasks, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Due to the nature of working with community, some evening and weekend work will be required.

This is a term limited position with an anticipated end date of December 25, 2027.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm with some evening and weekend work required. This position will work out of 3482 Broadway St., Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $63,828.00 - $77,886.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of October 19th
• First Round Interviews: Week of October 19th
• Second Round Interviews: Week of October 26th
• Language Proficiency Test (if applicable): Week of October 26th
• Reference Check: Week of October 26th

New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

Data, evaluation, and reporting

• Lead data collection, evaluation, and reporting for the CDPHE EPIC grant, Boulder County Opioid Abatement grant, and other grants related to HFC and SUAG
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to identify community needs and priority populations
• Support data collection, analysis, and expansion of the Shared Measurement project in collaboration with the City of Boulder
• Ensure alignment of local data collection and reporting with CDPHE tools, frameworks, and guidance
• Collaborate with internal staff and partners to align data collection and leverage shared data
• Review and synthesize data from multiple sources and communicate findings in accessible formats
• Act as the lead for the HubSpot CRM for HFC and SUAG
• Lead tracking processes for HFC and SUAG including stipends and membership tracking

Community Engagement and Communications

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and partners
• Support community engagement efforts including outreach, tabling, newsletters, and engagement of priority populations (youth, LGBTQ+, Latine)
• Support meaningful youth engagement in prevention efforts

Coalition and Workgroup Participation

• Participate in overdose prevention initiatives such as the Boulder County Overdose Workgroup and OD Map support
• Facilitate the Community Based Data workgroup shared between HFC and SUAG
• Participate in SUAG and HFC coalition meetings
• Represent the Community Based Data workgroup on the HFC Steering Committee

General

• Other duties as assigned
• Employees may be reassigned during emergency situations

Depending on the outcome of current funding applications, the following may be additional duties and responsibilities:

• Use community data to inform CNCI priorities and evaluate equitable distribution of harm reduction resources
• Develop and maintain CNCI policies, procedures, inventory systems, and distribution processes
• Coordinate the implementation and day-to-day operations of the CNCI including naloxone ordering, inventory management, storage, distribution, and tracking
• Manage CNCI applications and support the coalition review process
• Coordinate collection and redistribution of expired naloxone
• Track CNCI performance measures and prepare reports for leadership and funders
• Coordinate naloxone deliveries, including outreach to rural communities and organizations with limited access to harm reduction resources; this includes delivering naloxone to organizations serving rural communities using a personal or County vehicle
• Co-facilitate the CNCI Advisory Workgroup with the SUAG Facilitator

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• Masters degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or related field

AND

• Relevant coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, disease surveillance, or related areas

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

DRIVERS LICENSE & RELIABLE VEHICLE:

• Applicants must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record
• Access to reliable transportation that is readily available for business use
• For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.

BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting
• Must pass reference and background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and Central Registry of Child Protection

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be able to work in a hybrid format

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.

• Experience in public health planning, assessment, program development, and operational system design

• Experience engaging culturally diverse communities using equity-driven and harm reduction approaches

• Experience with tracking systems, workflows, and inventory or resource distribution processes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of public health principles, evidence and community-based prevention approaches, population-based public health strategies, and health equity frameworks
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles and overdose prevention strategies
• Strong understanding of data collection, program evaluation, and data analysis methods
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective project coordination and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate data and trends into plain language for a variety of audiences
• Skill in writing reports, plans, and grant-related documents
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, youth, partners, and community members
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and strong ability to use Microsoft Excel for data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Ability to analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to inform decisions and resource allocation
• Ability to develop and improve processes, coordinate operations, and balance strategic planning with day-to-day needs
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including youth, and navigate differing viewpoints
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work both independently and in teams, and take initiative to anticipate needs
• Commitment to person first, destigmatizing language and inclusive, community driven prevention practices

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

• Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE.

• Additional Benefits include

• Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements

• 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave

• Breast feeding friendly-work environment

• Infants-at-work policy

• Access to LifeMart and Benefits Hub discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!

• Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program

• Employee Assistance Program

• PERA 401k

• Social Security retirement plans

• Additional Life and Disability Insurance

• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance

• County-paid tuition assistance

• Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Free EcoPass

• Hospital Indemnity

• ID Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave

• Generous paid time off

• Holidays

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther Kings Birthday January

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Indigenous Peoples Day

• General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day November

• Friday after Thanksgiving*

• Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Christmas Day

• New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Vacation

• 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire

• Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.

• Medical

• Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.

• PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA

• Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary

• Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 15.80%

• The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving

Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.

01

Do you have a valid drivers license, access to reliable transportation that is readily available for business use and clean driving record? (Required)

• Yes
• No

02

Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of a masters degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or related field and relevant coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, disease surveillance, or related areas.

03

Please describe a time when you analyzed quantitative or qualitative data and used it to inform decisions, develop recommendations, or communicate findings to others. What was your role, what tools or methods did you use, and how did you ensure the information was understandable to your audience?

04

This role involves working with coalitions and partners who may have differing viewpoints or strong personalities. Please share an example of how you navigated a challenging group dynamic or conflicting perspectives. What approach did you take to maintain collaboration and move the work forward?

05

Provide brief detail, if any, about your experience and expertise working with issues around cultural responsiveness, diversity, inclusion, and equity.

06

Describe your level of comfort and expertise discussing and working with complex racial issues. Please include any experience related to facilitating difficult conversations and/or doing anti-racism work.

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org