Quantitative Specialist 1 at Wayne County Government

ABOUT USThe Charter County of Wayne is Michigans largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live work play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit our largest city and the automotive capital of the world Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture arts and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently effectively and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations innovation and a clear focus on serving our residents.JOB SUMMARYThe Quantitative Specialist 1 furthers the Department mission by leading and supporting data identification synthesis advance level analysis reporting visualization and interpretation under the supervision from the Chief Epidemiologist to inform evidence-based public health strategies and data-driven decisions that improve and promote the health and wellbeing of Wayne County residents.Required TasksData Analysis and VisualizationCollect clean and organize epidemiological data from various sources.Identify develop and implement automations to analyze summarize and visualize data into meaningful stories for a variety of audiences including maintain improve and optimize existing suite of data analysis.Research develop and perform statistical analysis to identify patterns trends and risk factors related to public health issues. Utilize statistical software and modeling techniques to generate forecasts and predictive models.Map visualize and interpret a variety of data including but not limited to categorical ordinal numeric string date/time network and geospatial.Research SupportLead meetings that focus on identifying research requirements as well as end user needs preferences objectives and working methods.Assist in the design and execution of epidemiological research projects.Collaborate with the Chief Epidemiologist and research team to formulate research questions and hypotheses.Conduct literature reviews and stay updated with current research in epidemiology and public health.Report GenerationPrepare scheduled and ad hoc reports presentations data visualizations and dashboards to communicate research findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders.Translate results into actionable recommendations for public health interventions.Data ManagementMaintain databases and data systems to ensure data integrity and security.Develop and implement data quality control measures.Create and update data dictionaries and documentation.Generate document and updated standard operating procedures for data-related processes (collection analyses reports dashboards) to ensure ongoing validity integrity and version control.Collaboration and CommunicationCollaborate with the Chief Epidemiologist and other team members to integrate quantitative analysis into epidemiological studies.Communicate research findings to a variety of stakeholders including health professionals policymakers and the public.Technical ExpertiseStay current with advancements in quantitative methods statistical software and data analytics tools.Provide expertise in selecting appropriate statistical methodologies for different research questions.Training and Capacity BuildingContribute to team knowledge building and growth by sharing and learning new tools.Collaborate and support quantitative specialists and epidemiologists within the organization.Develop and provide training and support to staff members on epidemiological principals and study designs data governance principles data analysis and statistical techniques.Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making within the department.Educational RequirementsA Masters in Epidemiology Biostatistics Statistics Bioinformatics Data Science or a related field from an accredited institutionExperience RequirementsExperience in data analysis reporting and visualization.Experience in quantitative research skills including experience with epidemiological study design and analysis.Excellent attention to detail and data management skills.Effective communication skills both written and verbal.Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders the public and peers to provide or obtain information.Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.Familiarity with public health concepts and issues is a plus.Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Sales Experience,Crane,Customer Service,Communication skills,Heavy Equipment Operation,Microsoft Word,Case Management,OSHA,Team Management,Catheterization,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,EHS Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 83869 - 117417