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RESEARCH STATISTICIAN IV **RE-POST**

Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Coordinator

Recruitment #18-002604-0002

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Introduction

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH/Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control (CCDPC) is responsible for a dynamic portfolio of projects which facilitate healthy lifestyles for Marylanders, with a focus on diabetes, heart disease and stroke prevention, including the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) program.

This position will manage all aspects of the Maryland BRFSS program, including its budget and at least one federal grant supporting the program. The BRFSS is a statewide telephone survey that collects data from Maryland adults, regarding their health-related risk behaviors, chronic health conditions and use of preventive health services. This position will oversee the collection of survey data by the contractor, the statistical analysis of surveillance data, and the dissemination of data and reports. This position will not only provide timely data to internal and external partners, but will also assist partners in understanding and effectively utilizing surveillance data to inform public health programs, policies and decisions.

This position is located in the Maryland Department of Health, Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control. He/she will work collaboratively with other Center staff members to inform programs related to chronic disease (e.g. heart disease, diabetes) and associated risk factors (e.g. poor nutrition, physical inactivity, obesity).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university, including fifteen credit hours in research methodology, theoretical or applied statistics and measurement theory. A copy of your transcripts must accompany your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Experience: Three years of post doctoral experience in statistical research.

OR:

Education: Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, including nine credit hours in research methodology, theoretical or applied statistics and measurement theory. A copy of your transcripts must accompany your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Experience: Six years of post master’s experience in statistical research.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a Commissioned Officer in Statistician classifications or Statistician and Intelligence Officer specialty codes in the Statistics field of work, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience and education. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in managing data, preferably as an Epidemiologist. He/she should also have a Master's degree in Epidemiology, as well as experience in managing contracts and budgets. 

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application, based on your education, training and experience, as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. 

Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this, or other, State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to, 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division, at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service, at 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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