What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst I - Overdose Data Insights Analyst position at Pima County?
Job Description Summary
Department - Health
Job Description
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5557 - Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst I
Salary Grade: 11
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $54,142 - $64,958 Annually
Pay Range: $54,142 - $75,774 Annually
Range Explanation
The Pima County Health Department is looking for a motivated and curious professional to join our team as a Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst I - Overdose Data Insights Analyst. In this role, you’ll help drive data-informed decision-making within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) Component C initiative by using informatics and statistical tools to analyze, model, and visualize public health data.
Your work will help uncover trends, patterns, and predictive signals in overdose-related data—insights that directly inform prevention strategies and community health efforts. You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team of epidemiologists, informaticists, and business intelligence analysts to ensure findings are meaningful, accurate, and shared through clear reports and dashboards.
If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about data quality, and eager to use your skills to make a difference in your community, we’d love to have you on our team.
This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. The Pima County Health Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, health education, computer science, computer engineering, management information systems (MIS), epidemiology, biostatistics or bioinformatics or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment and one year of data informatics experience.
Or
Two years of experience with Pima County performing duties related to data informatics and analysis.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. The Pima County Health Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Occasionally participates in external events, including assisting with emergency responses. Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently remains in a stationary position. Additional physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: The Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst II operates within a professional office setting, conducting desk-based tasks. Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position. Additional working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Department - Health
Job Description
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5557 - Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst I
Salary Grade: 11
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $54,142 - $64,958 Annually
Pay Range: $54,142 - $75,774 Annually
Range Explanation
- Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
- Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
The Pima County Health Department is looking for a motivated and curious professional to join our team as a Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst I - Overdose Data Insights Analyst. In this role, you’ll help drive data-informed decision-making within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) Component C initiative by using informatics and statistical tools to analyze, model, and visualize public health data.
Your work will help uncover trends, patterns, and predictive signals in overdose-related data—insights that directly inform prevention strategies and community health efforts. You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team of epidemiologists, informaticists, and business intelligence analysts to ensure findings are meaningful, accurate, and shared through clear reports and dashboards.
If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about data quality, and eager to use your skills to make a difference in your community, we’d love to have you on our team.
This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. The Pima County Health Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Conducts data analysis using established tools and techniques to extract insights from healthcare and public health datasets;
- Creates clear and effective data visualizations, such as charts and graphs, to communicate findings to stakeholders;
- Ensures data accuracy and reliability by implementing basic quality assurance procedures;
- Develops and produces routine reports and summaries based on public health data for internal and external stakeholders;
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including healthcare professionals and data experts, to support public health initiatives and projects;
- Maintains documentation of data analysis processes, data sources, and methodologies used for future reference;
- Adheres to data security protocols and assists in safeguarding sensitive healthcare and public health data;
- Stays informed about industry trends and emerging technologies related to public health informatics through continuous learning and training;
- Provides support to more senior analysts on data analysis projects, including data collection, data cleaning, and basic project management tasks.
Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, health education, computer science, computer engineering, management information systems (MIS), epidemiology, biostatistics or bioinformatics or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment and one year of data informatics experience.
Or
Two years of experience with Pima County performing duties related to data informatics and analysis.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Experience with/knowledge of using Snowflake, SQL, R, Qlik, or ArcGIS.
- Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, health informatics, or a closely related field.
- Experience with/knowledge of conducting statistical modeling and interpreting results in a public health context.
- Experience preparing datasets for publication, sharing, or external collaboration in compliance with data governance standards.
- Experience with written and verbal communication, including translating complex data findings into actionable insights for diverse audiences.
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. The Pima County Health Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Occasionally participates in external events, including assisting with emergency responses. Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently remains in a stationary position. Additional physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: The Public Health Data/Informatics Analyst II operates within a professional office setting, conducting desk-based tasks. Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position. Additional working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $54,142 - $75,774