POSITION DESCRIPTION
Senior Analyst II — Immunization
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), a national organization representing approximately 3,000 local health departments nationwide, has an opening for a Senior Analyst II for the Immunization Project. Approximate start date: January 2009.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This Senior Analyst II position is a member of the Community Health primary work team and contributes to the advancement of local public health practice by performing a range of responsibilities related to immunization and related vaccine-preventable disease epidemiology. General responsibilities include policy analysis; program design; research and evaluation; writing for publication; technical assistance; communication of learnings to the field; program and budget management; and project promotion.
NATURE OF WORK
This is a highly-advanced professional position that requires a degree of specialized training and/or knowledge in immunization and vaccine-preventable disease epidemiology. The work involves collaboration with other staff, associated professional organizations and groups, and local health departments. The work also requires the exercise of extensive discretion, independent judgment, and a high level of accountability.
WORK DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Research and Writing
§ Research immunization and vaccine-preventable disease-related activities at local health departments across the country, and identify best practices.
§ Conduct Internet and other research on topics related to immunization, including disease epidemiology, vaccine safety, vaccine financing, and vaccine supply.
§ Develop and implement survey instruments and tools, conduct telephone and in-person interviews, and perform other data-gathering functions.
§ Prepare proposals, progress reports, budgets and other reports to funders as needed.
§ Coordinate and prepare written summaries of project meetings, including workgroup meetings and conference calls.
Policy Analysis
§ Track current immunization and vaccine preventable disease-related issues and support the Immunization Workgroup in developing and promoting policy statements as necessary.
§ Review and analyze major policies regarding immunization that affect local health departments and prepare and disseminate related issue briefs, resources and tools to NACCHO members.
§ Work collaboratively with NACCHO’s Government Affairs staff to identify, track and promote immunization policy.
§ Prepare analysis reports, including implications for public health practice.
Project Planning and Coordination
§ Participate in long-term project planning, including identifying future activities and additional funding to support the Immunization project.
§ Communicate with local health department staff via e-mail, listserve, etc. regarding funding, conferences, training opportunities and other timely information related to immunization and vaccine preventable diseases.
§ Serve as primary staff liaison to the Immunization Workgroup.
§ Interface with NACCHO members and various committees/workgroups, especially the Immunization Workgroup, the Infectious Disease Prevention and Control Workgroup, Pandemic Influenza Workgroup, and the Community Health Essential Services Committee.
§ Ensure integration of the project with other NACCHO projects, especially Maternal and Child Health, HIV/STI Prevention, Pandemic Influenza, Emergency Preparedness, and Infectious Disease.
§ Serve as lead staff and primary liaison to project participants, collaborative organizations and funding agencies.
§ Oversee maintenance of project Web pages and other online resources.
§ Identify appropriate individuals to serve on external committees related to immunization and infectious disease epidemiology.
§ Represent NACCHO (through presentations, exhibits, etc.) at meetings/conferences related to immunization and vaccine preventable disease epidemiology as needed.
§ Coordinate project-related training activities, policy briefings, meetings, and other special events.
Other
§ Perform other duties, as needed.
§ A medium level of travel is required for this position.
Employment Standards
Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Public Health or related field and five years of experience in a public health setting, or Bachelor’s degree with seven years of such experience, is required. Specialization in immunization policy and practice and vaccine preventable disease epidemiology strongly preferred. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have worked in a local or state health department.
Knowledge
§ Considerable knowledge about and interest in immunization policy and practice and vaccine preventable disease epidemiology
§ Knowledge of public health practice at the local, state and/or national level
§ Knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment
§ Preferred: Experience working in an association environment and/or a local health department
Abilities
§ Demonstrated ability to analyze immunization policy and identify implications for public health practice
§ Demonstrated ability to translate vaccine-preventable disease epidemiology to lay audiences
§ Demonstrated ability to independently design and manage project activities
§ Demonstrated accountability for completing high quality work within time requirements
§ Ability to establish effective working relationships with diverse groups
§ Ability to interpret and explain research findings and project outcomes both orally and in writing
§ Ability to communicate with and advise NACCHO staff, members, and external groups on immunization policy and practice
§ Ability to effectively represent NACCHO in a variety of settings
§ Ability to think critically
§ Ability to work independently
§ Ability to work effectively within a team
§ Ability to track and manage budgets
Skills
§ High level computer skills with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
§ Skills in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
§ Skill in preparing and presenting research findings in oral and written form
§ Strong organizational skills
§ Excellent oral and written communication skills
§ Strong analytical skills
§ Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
§ Medium level skills with qualitative analysis software (e.g., NVIVO) and/or qualitative software (e.g., SPSS) preferred.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $63,697 to $78,984; salary will be commensurate with experience.
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
EOE: NACCHO is an Equal Opportunity Employer
POSTING DATE: October 20, 2008 – Will be posted until the position is filled
SELECTION PROCESS:
This position is open to internal candidates wishing to be considered for these job responsibilities. If the position is not filled internally, it will be filled externally.
Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to: NACCHO,
1100 17th Street, NW, Second Floor, Washington, DC 20036. Fax: 202-783-1583. Attn: Sr Analyst-Immunization. Or email dpoux@naccho.org. No phone calls please.
