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State of Vermont Public Health Analyst III - Limited Service in Waterbury, Vermont
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Overview
The Vermont Department of Health (VDH) is excited to hire a Public Health Analyst III (PHA III) in the Research Epidemiology and Evaluation Unit (REE) of the Division of Health Statistics and Informatics (HSI). The position requires data analysis and interpretation for tobacco use, tobacco cessation, chronic disease conditions and public health concerns; monitoring performance measures; participation in evaluation; preparation of analytic reports; and communicating with partners. This position supports and guides Vermont\'s data-driven Tobacco Control Program in addition to informing the public and key partners about tobacco\'s burden through engaged data.
This position conducts statistical analysis and reporting of data related to tobacco use and cessation using multiple data sets which include the BRFSS, YRBS, Vital Records, medical claims, PACE VT and PRAMS, and oversees administration of the Vermont Adult Tobacco Survey. This position requires strong knowledge of a statistical software package, data collection, management, analysis, and visualization. The PHA III works in partnership with the Tobacco Control Program to determine, manage, and prioritize analytic needs. This position will consult on evaluation plans related to Tobacco Control as requested. The PHA III will also respond to and triage data requests and develop data presentations. The PHA III will work with key partners in VDH, including the Division of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (HPDP), and partners in other state departments and agencies.
Applicants should have a strong interest in improving data quality and producing accessible data reports. They should be motivated to become the Department\'s subject matter expert in Tobacco Control surveillance and creatively use the data sources available to understand populations at high risk.
The position operates under the REE Unit Chief and HPDP Analytic Team Lead. All analysts are expected to work on multiple teams, including the HSI-REE Unit, the HPDP Analytic team, special topic workgroups, and perform other related duties as required. Expertise in Microsoft Office and statistical analysis software (SAS, SPSS, Stata, or R) is required. Experience with Microsoft PowerBI and ArcGIS is desired but not required. Applicants should include in their cover letter specifically why they are interested in this position. This opportunity is full-time, based in Waterbury, VT and is supportive of a hybrid work environment.
The Vermont Department of Health is interested in candidates who can contribute to the Department\'s diversity and commitment to foster an environment of mutual respect, acceptance and equal opportunity. We are a dynamic, cohesive, motivated and hardworking office that is community-minded and customer-focused. We believe all Vermonters should have a fair and just opportunity to be healthy and live in healthy communities. We\'re seeking people of all backgrounds who are dedicated to improving economic, social, health and environmental conditions for all Vermonters; and committed to a vision of Vermont that embraces all its citizens.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Meetings with data users and providers may require some travel, for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.