Evaluation and Epidemiology Lead

Job Description

Evaluation and Epidemiology Lead (31746) - p>

• Analyzing programmatic, service-related, and surveillance system data.
• Designing, coordinating, and managing special evaluation procedures where there is no other existing data available.
• Developing and conducting various trainings related to program evaluation and quality improvement issues.
• Designing and conducting program evaluations.
• Functions as a lead worker providing program evaluation and epidemiology direction and training to staff.

• Skill in programming in Statistical Analysis System (SAS) or other statistical software.
• Ability to manipulate and analyze large, complex data sets.
• Skill in descriptive and inferential statistical analysis.
• Ability to identify relationships and trends in data as well as factors that could affect the results of research.
• Bachelor’s degree in health science, health education, behavioral or social science, or a closely related degree.
• Three years of job-related experience in program evaluation or related health or education programming.
• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

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This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026.

The primary location for this position is open for consideration, within the state of Montana, contingent on available workspace. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state and DPHHS policies.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

39.22 - 39.22 Hourly

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

1

Standard

Day

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Helena

Billings, Missoula, Miles City, Kalispell, Glasgow, Butte, Bozeman, Great Falls Agency :
Department of Public Health & Human Services Union :
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Jan 22, 2026, 7:03:46 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Ongoing

Cover Letter, Resume, References

Shandee Cook | shandee.cook2 |

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