Public Health Medical Director & State Epidemiologist - PH

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.*

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is seeking a forward-thinking Public Health Medical Director & State Epidemiologist to serve as the state of Idaho's lead authority on epidemiology and medical public health efforts in Boise. This position This role guides surveillance and outbreak response, provides medical direction for public health programs, and serves as a key spokesperson for the Division and Department. The position builds strong partnerships across healthcare and government, oversees bureau level budgets, and supervises key public health leaders. Ideal candidates bring strong clinical and epidemiologic expertise, strategic leadership, and a commitment to protecting the health of Idaho communities.

This position is not eligible for telework.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Review and interpret public health surveillance data to identify concerning cases, outbreaks, and trends, and recommend appropriate responses.
• Partner with the Deputy State Epidemiologist to align epidemiology goals, priorities, and procedures with Department and Division policies.
• Guide and maintain epidemiologic data systems, ensuring effective data collection, analysis, reporting, and system updates.
• Provide strategic medical direction for Division public health programs in alignment with the Strategic Plan and Division priorities.
• Represent the Division with Idaho medical providers, agencies, and professional organizations, serving on committees, boards, and workgroups as needed.
• Review and approve Division program workplans, performance measures, and public facing materials such as press releases, web content, and newsletters.
• Serve as the Division and Department's primary media communications point of contact for subject matter expertise.
• Build and maintain communication networks and lead collaborations with local, state, federal, public, and private partners.
• Review and manage Bureau budgets, ensuring compliance with guidelines, participating in quarterly and annual budget processes.
• Supervise Bureau Chiefs and other assigned personnel, providing coaching, training, and direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine and surgery by the Idaho State Board of Medicine. Licensure must be obtained prior to appointment.
• Considerable knowledge of public health principles.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of epidemiology.

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

Significant experience in public health and epidemiology. Typically gained by at least five years of work in a public health setting or a degree in a public health related field (master's or higher) or a completion of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Epidemic Intelligence Service program.

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If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.

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EMAIL: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.