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| Public Health Specialist II |
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| About the Organization |
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State of Alaska |
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Health and Social Services |
| Industry: |
State Government |
| Description: |
Full-time employment with the State of Alaska includes competitive benefits, which include:
• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
• Employer paid $2000 Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available
• Optional long and short-term disability plans
• Optional dependent and health care flexible spending accounts
• Retirement programs with a wide variety of investment options
• Vacation leave of 2 days per month, with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• 11 paid holidays annually
For more information regarding these benefits, please review the following web site: http://www.state.ak.us/local/akpages/ADMIN/drb/home.htm |
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| About the Position |
| Internal Ref.: |
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| Job Type: |
Full-Time Experienced |
| Related Areas: |
Environmental Health
Epidemiology
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| Openings: |
1 |
| Location: |
Anchorage, AK (United States) | Map It! |
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| Description: |
This recruitment seeks an environmental and/or public health scientist with formal education and experience in the field of toxicology.
This position serves as a health assessor for the Environmental Public Health Program within the Section of Epidemiology. The incumbent will evaluate the health significance of chemicals in the environment in Alaska, considering the chemical and physical nature of the chemicals, site conditions, toxicological properties, and relevant exposure pathways. The incumbent will evaluate contaminants in fish and other subsistence foods, perform health assessments for communities impacted by contaminated sites, conduct lead exposure surveillance, and respond to a variety of other environmental health concerns. This position provides a unique opportunity to improve the health status of Alaskans by reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals.
We are looking for candidates with the following Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Strengths:
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental toxicology principles
• Experience evaluating the health impacts of environmental contaminants
• Demonstrated knowledge of the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment
• Experience communicating the results of scientific information to peers, both through oral presentations and publication in peer-reviewed scientific literature
• Ability to communicate complex information in a simplified manner that is understandable to the lay public
• Ability to communicate professionally, effectively and diplomatically while under pressure
• Knowledge of risk communication theory and practice
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong writing skills (both scientific and for lay public)
• Experience working effectively as a member of a team
If you have the Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Strengths listed above, please explain in detail in the Cover Letter portion of your application.
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| Compensation: |
The starting salary for this position is $4976 per month. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in public health, health administration, nursing, nutrition, epidemiology, health sciences, education, health education, community health, psychology, the social sciences, the biological sciences, the physical sciences, social work, computer sciences, biostatistics/statistics, or a closely related field.
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Five years of professional experience administering or providing specialized health care or public health services or programs. The required professional experience includes work such as a Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Nurse Consultant, Health Program Specialist or Manager, Health and Social Services Planner, Nutritionist, Audiologist, Health Practitioner, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Physicians Assistant, Public Health Representative, Health Program Associate, or other health professional with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere. Service as an Analyst/Programmer, Education Specialist, Research Analyst or other job classes may qualify if the work performed was specifically related to the development of health curriculum or the collection, analysis, and maintenance of data concerning conditions of public health importance, such as incidence or prevalence of disease or injuries, social risk factors, behavioral risk factors, environmental risk factors, and/or demographic characteristics. The required work experience may also include graduate level work conducting/assisting in specialized scientific research studies related to public health.
Substitution: A master's degree from an accredited college in one of the required fields will substitute for two years of the required work experience.
Note: Some positions require security clearance. The essential functions of some positions may involve exposure to infectious disease and/or biohazards. Some positions require eligibility for specific professional registration or licensure in the State of Alaska, e.g., as a Registered Nurse, Advanced Nurse Practitioner Registered Dietician, Certified Clinical Audiologist, Certified EMT III, or Paramedic.
Special Notice for Recruitment:
Please Read Carefully
COVER LETTER LOCATED ON JOB QUALIFICATION SUMMARY (JQS)
In your cover letter located on the Job Qualification Summary, you must highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they pertain to the key responsibilities listed in the job description above. In addition, your application package will be reviewed to determine if you possess the experience, strengths and behavioral characteristics we are seeking in an employee.
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| Start Date: |
approx 12/1/2009 |
| Other: |
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Posting available until Thursday,
November 12, 2009
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| For more information, contact: |
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Lori Verbrugge, Ph.D.
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3601 C Street, Suite 540
Anchorage, AK 99503 |
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lori.verbrugge@alaska.gov |
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| How to Apply: |
To Apply Online (Preferred Method):
1. Review the online posting for this Public Health Specialist II position at http://notes4.state.ak.us/wa/postapps.nsf/3fce5e59a6a3b75189256443007a8ed2/f1aaadfd1fe8c0d1892576260079c1a1?OpenDocument
2. Assure Minimum Qualifications are met. Carefully read the Minimum Qualifications. If you can answer 'yes' to all of the Minimum Qualifications, or answer 'yes' to all parts of a minimum qualifications substitution group (if any such groups are listed), then you may continue on with this process and register. If you cannot, please DO NOT try to register or apply. Your Applicant Profile will NOT be sent to a hiring manager, and it will NOT be reviewed.
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3. If you are already registered,
login to edit your profile
First-time applicants only:
Register with Workplace Alaska and complete an Applicant Profile
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Your Workplace Alaska session will time out after 30 minutes.
It is recommended that you prepare your cover letter in advance in Wordpad or similar text processor. When you are satisfied with it, copy it into memory and apply for the job (step #4).
When you get to part 2 of the application, at the "Applicant Letter" field, simply paste in the text that was saved in memory [Ctrl-V]. This technique will speed up your application submission, and reduce the chances of a time-out.
If you get timed out before submitting your application, the data you entered will be lost. Keep your total submission time to less than 30 minutes.
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4. Click here to login Once you are logged in, you may apply for the position by filling out a Job Qualifications Summary form. First-time applicants see step two.
Note: Registering captures data common to all openings with Workplace Alaska, so if you have already filled out an Applicant profile, you do not need to do it again. When you have registered, you will have a user name and password and be allowed to apply for a job with Workplace Alaska.
Your Applicant Profile and Job Qualification Summary must be RECEIVED (not postmarked) or SUBMITTED on-line by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date of recruitment. Submissions after this time are not accepted.
To Apply By Hard Copy:
The State of Alaska will also accept printed (hard) copies of the Applicant Profile and the Job Qualification Summary through the mail or facsimile (fax). For the fax number to use, or if you need the forms mailed or faxed to you, please contact us:
Division of Personnel Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Department of Administration
Division of Personnel
PO Box 110201
Juneau, AK 99811-0201 Street Address:
State Office Building, 10th Floor
333 Willoughby Avenue
Juneau, Alaska
Submit Feedback
Jobs Hot-line and Customer Service:
• 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday excluding State holidays
• A recording of vacancies is available 24-hours per day
• (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
• (907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
• (907) 465-2576 (fax) Relay Alaska:
• (800) 770-8973 ( TT/TTD )
• (800) 770-8255 ( Voice phone )
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel at the address above.
We are an equal opportunity employer and support workplace diversity.
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