Epidemiologist

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a full-time Epidemiologist for a hybrid position in Topeka. Responsibilities include monitoring data on infections, conducting prevention and response activities for antimicrobial resistance, and preparing reports. Candidates must have a Master’s in Public Health or Science. The position offers comprehensive benefits and flexible work schedules. The job posting closes on May 12, 2025.
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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: May 12 , 2025

Required documents uploaded by:May 12, 2025

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

About The Position

Who can apply: KDHE (Agency Only)

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:
• Hourly Pay Range:$27.51 - $30.37
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement And Deferred Compensation Programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0243546)

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has an Epidemiologist opening in Topeka. This position will have a hybrid work schedule. The Bureau of Epidemiology and Public Health Informatics is seeking epidemiologist for the KDHE Healthcare-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance (HAI/AR) Section to conduct prevention, detection, and response activities for antimicrobial resistant (AR) infections and provide back-up support for response to healthcare-associated infections (HAI).

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Enters and monitors data on reportable cases, outbreak related cases and cases related to infection control breach investigations in the Kansas electronic disease surveillance system (EpiTrax).
• Utilizes available data sources like laboratory reports, review clinical information from healthcare facilities, and health information exchange networks, and assess potential exposure risks to formulate prevention and response guidance.
• Participates in infection prevention and control responses (ICARs), via onsite and remote/video conferencing.
• Assists with the development of special studies and projects to assess the burden of AR infections.
• Prepares reports in written, interactive dashboards, and oral formats for use within KDHE, external partners, for distribution to health care providers, the public, and the media.

Qualifications
• Education:
• Master’s of Public Health or Master’s of Science.
• Licensing & Certification:
• Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s of Public Health or Master’s of Science.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with epidemiological analysis and/or biostatistics.
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, REDCap, Tableau, SAS, Epi-Info, SPSS, or other statistical packages.
• Ability to apply computers for the manipulation, analysis, and management of HAI and AR data.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive analyses on HAI and AR data.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with colleagues and outside partners.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
• Current CBIC certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) - if not current, can recertify within 2 years of starting the position or certify for the first time within 5 years of starting the position.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Hope Stover

Email: Hope.Stover@ks.gov

Mailing Address:1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

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ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Landon State Office Building

900 SW Jackson, Rm 401

Topeka, KS 66612

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The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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