Employment Opportunities

Hamilton County Public Health (HCPH) is accepting applications for a Harm Reduction Program Specialist in the Department of Community Health Services. Requirements include: High school diploma or GED with experience in public health, health education or related field, and experience in injury or substance use/abuse prevention, as a first responder, within healthcare systems and/or other similar positions. Bachelor’s Degree, RN/LPN, LSW, OPRS, OCPS, OCDP, CHES, MCHES, CDCA or other relevant certification preferred. Lived experience with substance use disorder preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residency. Must be available to work up to two evenings per week. Bi-lingual applicants encouraged.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the day-to-day field staff for the harm reduction program focused on these core program components: (1) collecting client intake, client surveys, and other data for the syringe services program; (2) ensuring culturally and linguistically appropriate education is provided to participants, family members, and the community; (3) providing supplies for syringe services; (4) distributing personal care items such as condoms and take home pregnancy tests; (5) promoting testing, counseling, and referral for communicable diseases; (6) offering peer navigation for linkage to addiction treatment services; (7) providing overdose prevention education and supplies including naloxone; and (8) linking to other healthcare and social service providers as needed.
• Collaborate with Harm Reduction Program Supervisor on scheduling; monitoring orders/inventory; completing program reports and program evaluation; program policies and procedures revisions; proposal development; and inter-agency collaboration.
• Conduct various community outreach, trainings, and/or activities including delivery of current information about harm reduction, injury/disease prevention, and substance abuse disorder treatment and care.
• Other projects and duties as assigned by Harm Reduction Program Supervisor.
• Provide support for public health emergencies.

This is a non-exempt grant funded position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by Friday, November 22, 2024, to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for an Information Technology Support Specialist.  Requirements include: Associates degree with two (2) years experience in desktop support; or equivalent combination of education and work experience; and valid driver’s license.  

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoots hardware issues including, desktop and laptop PC’s and accessories, tablets and cell phones, desk phones, printers, faxes, and servers.
• Troubleshoots software issues with Microsoft Office 365, Windows 10 and 11, Adobe products, Citrix, and several other various applications.
• Supports remote-meeting technologies such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Forticlient, and associated hardware.
• Lifecycle management of all agency hardware including acquisition, inventory record keeping, deployment, user education, maintenance, replacement and disposal.
• Performs minor repairs, works with vendors and specialists to facilitate repair and service as required.
• Perform help desk services in-person and remotely to the agency’s (2) locations in Clifton and Norwood.
• Work with small I.T. team to provide world class customer service to ~170 users.

This is an exempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH is a recovery friendly workplace and is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume and salary requirements by Friday, November 22, 2024 to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer
250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Disease Investigation Specialist in the Department of Community Health Services.  Requirements include:  Bachelor’s Degree.  Public Health education and experience preferred.  Must have valid Driver’s License and private vehicle for job use.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing risk-reduction education and counseling to individuals being treated for and/or exposed to sexually transmitted infections.
• Locating and interviewing individuals who may have been exposed to sexually transmitted infections.
• Testing individuals for HIV and providing them results.
• Conducting home visits to individuals in the community for disease notification.

This is a grant funded exempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH is a recovery friendly workplace and is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by November 8, 2024 to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.Taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Population Health Specialist in the Department of Community Health Services.  Requirements include: BS in health education, public health, social work, or related field, one (1) year experience which indicates a thorough knowledge of population health/health promotion and health education principles. Master’s Degree preferred. CHES^®/MCHES^® preferred. Candidate with knowledge of population health/community health education practices, and policy, system and environmental change strategies preferred. Experience with authentic community engagement and ability communicating with diverse audiences preferred.  Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residency.  Some evening and weekend hours required.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Plan, coordinate and implement population health/health promotion and education strategies, initiatives, and training
• Establish and maintain working relationships with various stakeholders and communities.
• Facilitate county-wide mobilization for policy, systems and environmental change related to health, safety, and vitality.
• Evaluate project outcomes.
• Identify best practice recommendations for policy and system changes that can be implemented at the community level (Village, Township, City) that impact the overall health, safety, and vitality of the community.
• Translate public health best practices for populations served.
• Serve as a resource for population health/health promotion and education for communities within Hamilton County.
• Report population health/health promotion and education activities and outcomes to all key stakeholders as defined.

• Provide support for public health emergencies.

**This position is grant funded.

This is an exempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH is a recovery friendly workplace and is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

*Posted until filled; first review of applicants Friday, November 22, 2024

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training vacancy in the Environmental Health Division. The successful candidate will conduct community health inspections to ensure compliance.  Requirements include State of Ohio Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training registration or ability to obtain; Bachelor’s Degree in Science and/or a Master’s Degree; Valid Driver’s License and private vehicle for job use.  Some evening and weekend hours required.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Conducting onsite inspections of operation, facilities and/or systems to ensure they meet required public health standards and local regulations (i.e., food service inspections, swimming pool inspections, public accommodations facilities, etc.) 
• Investigating complaints or reports of public health nuisances and disease.
• Working with other officials and agencies in the promotion of improved environmental health.
• Ensuring Smoke Free Ohio compliance and maintenance of relative documentation. 

This is a non-exempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH is a recovery friendly workplace and is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Starting Salary:

Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training: $24.47 per hour

Registered Environmental Health Specialist: $26.96 per hour

Please send resume by Friday, October 18, 2024  to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Full Time Epidemiologist in the Department of Community Health Services.  Candidates must possess a Master’s in Public Health or a degree in a related field.  Two or more years of experience in disease surveillance, community health assessments, and/or epidemiological research is preferred.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participating in the design, management, and evaluation of surveillance systems used to monitor and characterize health outcomes in the community.
• Collecting, processing, and analyzing public health data using tools such SAS, R, and ArcGIS; assisting with the management of statistical databases.
• Developing Tableau dashboards related to program area.
• Coordinating and conducting epidemiologic research/ community health assessments.
• Producing and presenting surveillance reports and manuscripts.
• Assisting with the evaluation of public health practices associated with disease prevention.
• Developing methods to monitor and improve data quality.
• Fulfilling data requests related to program area.
• Maintaining collaborative partnerships with local public health stakeholders.
• Experience with quality improvement, program evaluation, and/or performance management a plus.

**This position is grant funded.

This is an exempt position.  Only non-tobacco users need apply.  HCPH is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by Friday, September 6, 2024, to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.Taylor@hamilton-co.org   

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Septic System Inspector (WQ Technician) vacancy in the Water Quality Division.  The successful candidate will visually inspect sewage treatment systems (septic systems) to ensure compliance with State and local regulations.  Requirements include: High School Diploma/GED and experience which indicates a basic knowledge of water pollutants, sample collection techniques and a demonstrable ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Candidate with wastewater treatment knowledge or experience and/or a college degree are preferred.  Must have valid Driver’s License and private vehicle for job use.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performing on-site inspection of sewage treatment systems (including routine lifting of concrete lids) to ensure compliance with required public health standards and state and local regulations. Technicians conduct visual inspections of the system’s operation and effluent quality.
• Providing technical advice to owners, operators and contractors on matters relating to sewage treatment systems.
• Preparing correspondence, records and reports concerning inspections conducted.
• Performing general office work (e.g., filing, answering telephones, etc.).
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

This is a nonexempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply.

HCPH is a Recovery Friendly Workplace and is committed to advancing health equity and encourages those with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by September 6, 2024 to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org