Birth Defect Surveillance Coordinator; Health Services Policy Analyst - PN

Birth Defect Surveillance Coordinator (Health Services Policy Analyst - PN ) ( 260000EY )

Organization:
Health. Agency contact:
Gayla. A will contact you if selected for interview.

Unposting Date:
Feb 2, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Work Location:

Health Department Building 246 North High Street 1st Floor Columbus 43215

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Monday–Friday; 8am–5pm

Union: 1199

Compensation: 34.96

Health Administration

Technical

Skills:

Public Relations, Research, Compliance Enforcement

Professional

Skills:

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Birth Defect Surveillance Coordinator

Health Services Policy Analyst

About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health (BMCFH) is organized to support families by improving birth outcomes and the health status of women, infants, children, and youth, including children and youth with complex health care needs. Using data and proven practice, the bureau’s programs support the delivery of direct services, linkages and referrals, population-based supports, program evaluation, education, monitoring and quality oversight, and policy and systems development.

What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Maternal Child and Family Health is seeking a Health Services Policy Analyst to lead and support Ohio's statewide Birth Defects Surveillance System by analyzing public health data, coordinating research and surveillance activities and translating findings into policy, program improvement, and decision-making to improve health outcomes for children and families. Additional duties include:

• Conduct analytical studies on health status, costs, quality, access, and outcomes related to birth defects and child health.
• Collect, manage, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data from multiple state and federal data systems.
• Develop methodologies, perform statistical analyses, and prepare reports and presentations for policy, administrative, and public audiences.
• Collaborate with state and local partners, healthcare providers, researchers and internal ODH programs to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements, confidentiality standards, and Institutional Review Board guidelines.
• Provide training and technical assistance to hospitals, physicians, and reporting partners on surveillance requirements and data systems.
• Support quality improvement and research initiatives related to birth defects, congenital anomalies, and maternal and child health.
• Coordinate surveillance activities with related programs such as newborn screening, genetics services, preconception health, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder initiatives.
• Represent the agency in meetings and committees on Ohio's Birth Defects Surveillance System.

Unusual

Working Conditions:

Position may require travel.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Position

Qualifications:

Option 1:

• Completio…