Epidemiologist II

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Functional Title: Epidemiologist II 
Job Title: Epidemiologist II 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Env Epidemiology & Toxicology 
Posting Number: 21000 
Closing Date: 11/07/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science 
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $5,888.50 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DHT) 
Other Locations: Austin 
MOS Codes: 230X,43EX,43HX,43TX,4E0X1,61G,HM,SEI12 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Under the direction of the Branch Director, performs advanced epidemiology work. Performs evaluations of potential adverse effects resulting from human exposure to toxic substances and harmful physical agents. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Provides technical information related to occupational and environmental health issues to internal and external agency staff and the public. Provides epidemiology support to the Occupational Health Surveillance, Environmental and Poison Epidemiology, and Health Assessment and Toxicology Programs. Researches, analyzes, and interprets hazardous chemical risks for internal and external agency staff and the public through outreach materials, presentations, and consultations.  

Essential Job Functions (EJFs): 

Provides epidemiology support to the Occupational Health Surveillance, Environmental and Poison Epidemiology, and Health Assessment and Toxicology Programs. Performs follow-up on cases of reportable conditions, including contacting and interviewing exposed individuals and their employers, obtaining medical records, completing questionnaires, data entry, and data quality assurance/quality control. Analyzes and interprets surveillance data using scientifically valid methods, appropriate databases, and statistical software. Reviews Branch reports, health assessments, occupational health investigations, and other publications for scientific validity, clarity, and consistency. Publishes analyses and conclusions internally and in peer reviewed journals. Creates and maintains data visualizations for Branch staff and the public. (50%)

Assists Branch staff in establishing and maintaining Environmental Public Health surveillance measures and dashboards. Gathers data, establishes workflows, and creates data visualizations. Creates related indicator specifications and standard operating procedures. (30%)

Responds to inquiries regarding hazardous chemical risks by gathering pertinent information, including information on the types of chemicals and measurements of exposures. Reviews literature on occupational and environmental health. Provides public assistance on the interpretation of epidemiological and toxicology data and technical chemical information explaining the material at an appropriate technical level. Develops outreach literature related to environmental and occupational health. (15%)

Performs related work as assigned. “Other duties as assigned include but not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location”. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of the principles and methods of epidemiology and biostatistics.
• Knowledge of toxicology and environmental or occupational health principles.
• Skills in statistical, data management, and data visualization software.
• Skills in problem solving, planning, organizing, developing, and implementing multiple projects/activities.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assemble, interpret, and summarize pertinent data and technical literature.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public and the media.  

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: 

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Masters' or doctoral degree from an accredited university with major coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related field.  
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.  
• Experience in data collection and data management using software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, SQL, REDCap, etc. 
• Experience with statistical analysis software such as SAS, R, STATA, Python. 

Additional Information:

N/A

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
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