Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases (ELC) Epidemiological Specialist
State of Hawaii
Department of Health
Kauai District Health Office
Disease Investigation Section
Lihue, Kauai
Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases (ELC)
Epidemiological Specialist
$4,252 - $5,178 per month, salary commensurate w/ training and experience
Exempt, non-civil service, full-time, temporary appointment. The primary purpose of this position is to perform island-wide communicable disease control activities for the County of Kauai by providing epidemiological expertise for county-wide surveillance of communicable diseases and certain non-communicable conditions; investigating individual cases and outbreaks of new, rare or serious illness; implementing disease prevention and control measures. This position supports disease investigation and outbreak control, in coordination with our Disease Investigation, PHP, CDPHN and other programs as appropriate, under the supervision of the Deputy District Health Officer.
Minimum Qualification(s)
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree that included completion of two (2) introductory biological science courses plus one (1) additional biological science course beyond the introductory level. Successful completion of such coursework should demonstrate an aptitude for, and a basic knowledge of, the biological sciences. Prior training in microbiology is highly desirable since it is the foundation for understanding the technical aspects of laboratory testing, proper specimen collection, and molecular epidemiology, all of which are important for successfully performing the duties of this position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional work experience that required the knowledge and application of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in the identification, prevention, and control of infectious diseases.
LICENSE: Valid driver's license preferred; certification to pack and ship biohazard materials and equipment preferred.
Who May Apply
LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
How to Apply
Mail cover letter, completed State of Hawaii Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment with original signature, three (3) references, salary requirement and detailed resume to:
Department of Health
Kauai District Health Office
3040 Umi Street
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
Attn: Human Resources
Recruitment is continuous until needs are met for position no. 124046.
Application packet at: https://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/
Other Information
For additional information, you may email Hazel Kashiwabara at [email protected].
This position is exempt from civil service. Employment in such positions is considered to be at will.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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