Internal Only - Coordinator of Epidemiological Services

Internal Only - Coordinator of Epidemiological Services

Salary

$49,379.20 - $87,776.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

071726

Department

Health

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/24/2026 12:00 AM Central

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Description

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified applicants to join the Communicable Disease Division as a Coordinator of Epidemiology Services. In this role, you will lead comprehensive investigations into reportable diseases and conditions, provide disease prevention education to clients, and analyze disease trends to ensure an effective and coordinated response to disease prevention. You will also stay informed on emerging pathogens, applying this knowledge to enhance disease surveillance and outbreak control efforts. As a key resource for local healthcare partners and community organizations, you will offer expert guidance on disease prevention and control strategies. This position requires strong investigative skills, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across multiple sectors to protect and improve community health.

This position is for INTERNAL CITY OF SPRINGFIELD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Biology, Chemical Sciences, Medical Technology or a related science area;

AND

• Three years of applicable experience that includes regular involvement in epidemiology related matters;
• A Masters Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Epidemiological Sciences, or a related area may be substituted for up to one year of the experience requirement.

PREFERRED

• Recent epidemiology/communicable disease control experience.

Licensing/Certification

• Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain, at the earliest opportunity available, certification in "Principles of Epidemiology" and "Applied Epidemiology" or equivalent specialized training as determined by the Health Department;
• Training on the Missouri Health Surveillance Information System (MOHSIS) and Emergency Response Data Collection System (ERDCS) or other current systems.
• For Nursing assignment - a MO RN license is required.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02

What best describes your level of education?

• High School
• Less than 30 college credit hours
• 30 college credit hours
• Associates Degree or 60 college credit hours
• 90 college credit hours
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate

03

Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.

04

How many years of experience do you have that includes regular involvement in epidemiology related matters?

• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 or more years

05

Please describe your experience that includes regular involvement in epidemiology related matters.

06

Do you have recent epidemiology/communicable disease control experience?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a current employee of the City of Springfield?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield (MO)

Address 840 N Boonville

Springfield, Missouri, 65802

Phone 417-864-1607

Website https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs