Drug Overdose Epidemiology Investigator 3 (PN 20013704)

This posting expires on November 12. Who We Are: 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. In the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) , our vision is to provide a healthier and safer future for every community—where all Ohioans have the access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW advances health and well-being through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data utilization aimed at preventing and managing chronic disease; preventing violence and injury; promoting healthy lifestyles; and improving access to care. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses. What You'll Do: The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness is seeking a Epidemiology Investigator 3 to join the Violence Injury Prevention section as a Drug Overdose Epidemiology Investigator . This role leads complex epidemiological research, data analysis, and surveillance to support statewide drug overdose prevention initiatives. The position serves as a senior technical expert and lead worker for lower‑level epidemiology staff. Job duties include: Initiate, design, and conduct epidemiological and statistical research related to drug overdoses, injuries, and related health conditions. Lead analytic work using multiple datasets including Ohio vital statistics, emergency department and hospital discharge data, syndromic surveillance systems, OH‑VDRS, and OARRS. Coordinate data management quality control; design instruments, procedures, and methods for data collection, storage, and analysis. Produce reports, fact sheets, presentations, dashboards, maps, and other data products related to injury and drug overdose prevention. Conduct analyses to predict trends in morbidity and mortality and assist program staff in evaluating prevention programs. Summarize and disseminate Epi Alerts for drug anomalies to state partners and provide technical assistance to local surveillance epidemiologists. Lead and train lower‑level epidemiology investigators and support staff. Utilize national and state databases (e.g., CDC WONDER, WISQARS, Vital Statistics, OARRS, OH‑VDRS, EpiCenter) to generate data for surveillance and reporting. Coordinate electronic data transfers, write statistical programs (e.g., SAS), and develop dashboards using tools such as Excel, Tableau, ArcGIS, and PowerPoint. Additional Information: Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position , with a pay range of 33 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($34.53 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.20) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Application Procedures: We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed. ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION. Status of Posted Position: You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Background Check Information: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Educational Transcript Requirements: Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.