Viral Hepatitis Epidemiologist

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Epidemiologist Opening Date: October 28, 2025 Closing Date: November 10, 2025 Job Class Code: 4363 Grade: 26 Salary: $56,264.00 - $79,998.40 per year Position Number: 02000-3903 Location: This is a full-time position located in Augusta. After an initial probationary period, this position allows for partial telework with manager approval. Job Description: In this position, you will serve as an epidemiologist focused on viral hepatitis and other infectious diseases in Maine. You will be responsible for conducting public health surveillance of viral hepatitis illnesses and will serve as secondary subject matter expert for one or more other infectious diseases. This position initiates public health actions to control and/or prevent the spread of these infectious diseases in Maine. You will develop, manage, and evaluate statewide infectious disease surveillance systems; conduct public health interventions; participate in outbreak investigations; and provide consultation on reportable disease conditions to protect the health of Maine citizens and visitors. This position is within the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program at the Maine CDC Division of Disease Surveillance. You will also: • Coordinate the collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of surveillance data regarding viral hepatitis to stakeholders. • Coordinate the investigation of active cases of viral hepatitis. • Collaborate with Infectious Disease Preventionists to perform public health interventions by providing accurate, timely data. • Provide professional consultations to program epidemiologists, healthcare partners, and the public. • Prepare and disseminate technical reports for statewide and federal partners. • Monitor national and international disease trends and emerging threats. • Provide input to public health policy initiatives based on surveillance and evaluation to reduce barriers to disease control and prevention. • Communicate epidemiological surveillance information effectively and accurately. • Coordinate the state-sponsored quarterly Viral Hepatitis workgroup. • Assist the Hepatitis and Harm Reduction Program Manager with writing the hepatitis grant and completion of required reporting. • Participate on the Maine HIV/AIDS Advisory Board (MeHAAB). • Collaborate with Infectious Disease epidemiologists to help improve program operations. • Participate in daily Infectious Disease Epidemiology morning conference call on business days. • Serve as Epidemiologist-On-Call and After-Hours On Call on a rotating basis. Minimum Qualifications: A Masters Degree in Epidemiology or closely related field or a Bachelors Degree in Epidemiology or closely related field and two (2) years professional experience in epidemiology. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred candidates will also have: o Knowledge of and experience with infectious disease epidemiology, particularly viral hepatitis. o Excellent oral and written communication skills. o Knowledge and experience with drafting technical disease information for a range of audiences, from health care providers to the general public. o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners. o Extensive database skills including creation, management, and integration of diverse datasets. o Experience performing in-depth data analysis using statistical software such as SAS (preferred), R, or other programs. o The ability to participate in strategic discussions and help groups to reach decisions to further the mission of the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program. o Experience in or working knowledge of clinical laboratory testing. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart. Agency information: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine. Application Information: For additional information about this position please contact Rebecca DeKeuster, Health Program Manager, at (207) 287-3817. Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy Hernandez at Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3 weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting. 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