Public Health Data Analyst - Jackson County Health Department

Position: Public Health Data Analyst - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)
Location: Lee's Summit

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** Public Health Data Analyst - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)101 Truman Medical Center#
** Job Location
** Jackson County Public Health Lee's Summit, Missouri#
** Department
* * JCHD Community Engagement & Policy#
** Position Type
** Full time#
** Work Schedule
** 8:00AM - 4:30PM#
** Hours Per Week
** 40#
** Job Description**###
** What You'll Do
*** Support and strengthen overdose surveillance by pulling together data from EMS, hospitals, toxicology, naloxone distribution, and community partners using secure, compliant systems.
* Evaluate public health and partner data systems to identify gaps, duplication, and opportunities for better data sharing with partners such as the Medical Examiner, Vital Records, Emergency Departments, and harm reduction programs.
* Analyze fatal and non-fatal overdoses, naloxone use, demographic and geographic trends, and key risk factors to better understand what’s happening and where.
* Build and maintain centralized dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.
* Use data findings to help guide decision-making and support strategic investment of opioid settlement funds.
** Minimum Requirements
*** Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or a closely related field
* Knowledge of epidemiology principles and public health core functions
* Ability to research, analyze, summarize, and present complex data
* Experience with statistical analysis and data analysis software (SAS, SPSS, STATA, or R)
* Knowledge of program planning, implementation, and evaluation
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
* Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
* Proficiency in common computer applications (Word, Excel, databases, presentations)
* Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
* Ability to attend off-site meetings; valid driver’s license and insurance required
** Preferred (Nice to Have)
*** GIS experience
* Advanced epidemiology experience
* Ability to interpret technical and regulatory documents
** apply today and help shape the future of public health at Jackson County Health Department.
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