Public Health Analyst

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Functional Title: Public Health Analyst

Job Title: Epidemiologist II

Agency: Dept of State Health Services

Department: Agency Analytics

Posting Number: 20944

Closing Date: 09/18/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science

Salary Range: $4,800.00 - $5,700.00

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)

Other Locations:

MOS Codes: 230X,43EX,43HX,43TX,4E0X1,61G,HM,SEI12

Brief Job Description:

Performs complex and creative epidemiological work for a variety of public health topics for the Agency Analytics Unit within the Center for Health Statistics. Position is the designated epidemiologist to oversee public data dissemination for a variety of public health datasets, including but not limited to mental health, adolescent health, vital events, community health, and substance use. Work involves working with teams including data visualization specialists and geographic information systems (GIS) specialists as the subject matter expert on epidemiological concepts, definitions, methodology, and general public health expertise. Collaborates with diverse DSHS program areas on various research projects and ideas for public data dashboards and data products.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF 1: Researches, evaluates and performs complex epidemiological analyses for a variety of public health topics. Responsible for ensuring epidemiological analyses are translated into effective data visualizations. Uses epidemiological expertise to determine key variables of interest to data customers and provide clear language for explanation of data. Translates research findings into messaging that is meaningful to the general public. Assesses data needs of Texas to further increase data visibility and availability (35%)

EJF 2: Provides DSHS program areas with recommendations for public data dissemination products. Performs complex data management and analysis on existing program data and creates diverse data products. Ensures quality assurance and quality control of datasets and data products prior to releasing and on a routine basis to ensure data is up-to-date and free of errors. (35%)

EJF 3: Proposes, initiates and assists in the planning and execution of strategic data projects and presentations. Manages communication with internal and external partners to establish or continue engagement in public health data projects. Provides consultation on epidemiological data analyses and methodologt. Creates and submits conference abstracts and manuscripts for presentation and publication (25%)

EJF 4: Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location (5%) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of epidemiological principles and methods

Knowledge of data visualization theories and practices

Knowledge of geospatial concepts

Knowledge of statistical concepts

Knowledge of public health principles and practice

Skills in technical writing and documentation

Skill in both verbal and written communications

Skill in using Tableau for data visualization

Skill in using SAS, R, SQL, Python, and/or other analytical and statistical software

Skill in ensuring data quality, consistency, and accuracy

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with stakeholders and wide variety of audiences

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to demonstrate creativity, initiative, and innovation

Ability to plan, organize and conduct data projects 

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None  

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience in epidemiology work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in epidemiology, infectious diseases, biostatistics, or a related field is generally preferred. Master's degree preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Experience using SAS, R, SQL or other analytical and statistical software.

Additional Information:

Applicants selected for an interview will be required to complete an in-basket exercise after the interview.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form