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Epidemiologist


City of Philadelphia


Location

Philadelphia, PA | United States


Job description

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This is public health program work at the senior epidemiological expert level in the planning, management, and implementation of all tobacco, obesity, and chronic disease-related program evaluation, surveillance, and data analytic activities. The position in this class is responsible for developing an overarching evaluation and surveillance plan for chronic disease-related programs and implementing the plan through the supervision of subordinate staff and contracted agencies. Significant to the work is managing, analyzing, and interpreting data on core measures to track program effectiveness and developing and disseminating evaluation products. The employee in this class is also responsible for insuring all necessary human subjects review and for developing data use agreements. Work is performed under the direction of the Director of Policy and Planning.



Union Code

N. Non-Represented


FLSA Code

Exempt



Application Procedures

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION


Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.


1. You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.


2. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:


Charlene B. Clark-Smith

Office of Human Resources

City of Philadelphia

Public Safety Team

1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102

[t] 215-686-3159

[f] 215-686-2347
[e] [email protected]


3. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email [email protected]

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Training, Education & Experience

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.



Option 1:



EDUCATION :


Completion of a Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health or a related field.


AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE :


Three years of experience planning, managing, and implementing public health surveillance, data analysis, and program evaluation activities, preferably for a local, state, or federal agency.
OR



Option 2:



EDUCATION :


Completion of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health or a related field.


AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE :


Two years of experience managing evaluation and analytics projects through subordinate analytic staff;


AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE


Four years of experience planning, managing, and implementing public health surveillance, data analysis, and program evaluation activities, preferably for a local, state, or federal agency.



Physical & Medical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.



Required Licenses & Certifications



Other Requirements

TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement.



Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.


It is an absolute requirement that you provide this documentation by April 15, 2024 . It is optional whether you provide this documentation by attaching it to this application or submitting via email, postal mail, or fax. Your options are further explained below:


If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document



Option 1 – Upload an official copy of your documentation and attach to this application

You may upload the documentation into your account and attach to this application. Once uploaded to your account, the documentation may be attached to all future applications. This will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future. This also ensures that your documentation will not be misplaced.

Your documentation should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. It cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.

Option 2 – Submit an official copy of your documentation via email, mail or fax

If you submit the required documentation via email, mail or fax, it will be used for this application only. You will have to submit the documentation again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Copies of the documentation will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants.



Email: [email protected]

Fax: 215-686-2347 with ATTN: Charlene Clark-Smith

Mailing address:

City of Philadelphia

Office of Human Resources

1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Attention: Charlene Clark-Smith



Equivalency Statement(s)

Any equivalent combination of experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources which has included the specific experience.



Application Details

Notes to Applicants

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.



What We Offer:

Impact – The work you do here matters to millions.

Growth – Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?

Diversity & Inclusion – Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

Benefits - We care about your well-being.



The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.


Learn more here:


The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected] . For more information, go to:


The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Department of Labor at 215-683-5085. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and the EEO Unit. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.


As a condition of employment with the City, any person offered employment shall be required to certify that such person either is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the City; or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with the City. For so long as the person is employed by the City, the amount of the payment as set forth in the payment agreement (not to exceed, for any pay period, twenty percent (20%) of the person’s gross pay for such period, without the person’s consent) shall be withheld from each paycheck until such payment agreement is fully satisfied.


Such person shall also be required to certify as a condition of employment that he or she is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with PGW.


Failure to enter into a payment agreement shall result in the cancellation of the appointment and removal from the certification. The name of the eligible candidate will be returned to the eligible list.



Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.


Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.


For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at [email protected]



ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on March 15, 2024.


Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:

1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.

2) Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application


All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile. Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct.


If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add [email protected] to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider.


Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.


Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at various social media sites. We can be found as Philadelphia Office of Human Resources . The pages for each are linked below:



ELIGIBLE LIST

OPEN - COMPETITIVE : Only an Open-Competitive eligible list will be established as a result of this examination. Permanent City employees will receive no promotional preference in this examination.


Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.



RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT Applicants must have established bona fide residency in the city of Philadelphia for one year prior to appointment for this civil service opportunity.



PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination, the residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this application, April 15, 2024.


Your response to the residency question on this application will be used to determine eligibility for residency preference. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.



U.S. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE : Ten (10) points for veteran’s preference will be added to the scores of eligible veterans who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. To be eligible, the veteran must be honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces by the first date of the examination. Candidates must submit a DD214 Member-4 to the staff member listed on the announcement if they wish for their eligibility to be reviewed. Spouses of disabled or deceased veterans may also be considered and will be required to submit additional documentation.

LEGACY PREFERENCE : Ten (10) points for legacy preference will be added to the scores of the children and grandchildren of Philadelphia Firefighters or Police Officers who were killed or died in the line of duty who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. Candidates must submit documented proof of relationship to the deceased parent or grandparent AND the death certificate of the deceased parent or grandparent.

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE PREFERENCE : Up to five (5) points will be added to the scores of eligible national volunteers who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. Candidates must submit a copy of their service letter to the staff member listed on the announcement if they wish for their eligibility to be reviewed. To be eligible, candidates must have:

A. Successfully completed a term of volunteer service with Peace Corps, AmeriCorps NCCC (including FEMA Corps), or AmeriCorps VISTA

Such candidates will be awarded five (5) points for the completion of a two-year term of service or three (3) points for the completion of a one-year term of service.

B. Successfully completed at least 450 hours of service with AmeriCorps State and National (including Teach for America).

Such candidates will have:


The candidate must successfully pass all parts of the examination before points are awarded.



Projected Exam Date

Training and Experience Evaluation:
Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.

Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials.



An Eligible List will be established the week of April 15, 2024. Please note that this date may change.



Test Review

In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.



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Assigned to

Charlene Clark



Parts & Weights

Part

Training & Experience Evaluation



Weight

100%


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