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The Occupational Health Surveillance Program of the
Massachusetts Department of Public Health

is seeking qualified candidates to interview for the position of Epidemiologist II.  Attached, please find a summary flyer and the official posting from the state website.  The Health Office of Human Resources will be accepting applications through July 2nd.

The incumbent of this position will serve as Senior Epidemiologist in the Occupational Health Surveillance Program responsible for oversight of analysis of surveillance data and epidemiological research on work-related injuries and illnesses in Massachusetts. Specifically, she/he will be responsible for the analysis of data from surveillance systems for select work-related illnesses and injuries, such as work-related fatalities, work-related injuries to teens, work-related asthma, and needle stick injuries among hospital workers and for epidemiological investigations into occupational risk factors for injuries and chronic diseases using a wide variety of state data bases including, for example, hospitalization and emergency department data, workers’ compensation records , the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System and cancer incident reports. She/he will also be responsible for: the design and implementation of surveillance research studies; evaluating alternative sources of data for occupational health surveillance; developing new approaches to assessing occupational health disparities; and monitoring state occupational health indicators. She/he will supervise the work of staff and contracted epidemiologists and research assistants; provide technical assistance to other program staff regarding survey and study design, sampling and variance estimation, selection of appropriate analytic methods and interpretation of study findings, prepare reports of surveillance and research findings for departmental and professional publications, and advise the overall program on use of data to identify intervention priorities to reduce occupational health risks in the Commonwealth. He/she will also assist the Director of OHSP in overall program planning and direction and in grant writing and management, and will carry out other duties as required.

Preference will be given to applicants with the following experience:

• Use of epidemiological methods for occupational and/or environmental health research.
• Familiarity with the various standard coding schemes and methods for categorizing exposure and     populations at risk used in occupational health research.
• Use of multivariate statistics such as logistic regression and path analysis.
• Three years of programming experience in SAS.
• Working familiarity with data large data sets.
For more information, see the official posting at https://jobs.hrd.state.ma.us

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Jim Laing
Occupational Health Surveillance Program
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
250 Washington Street, 6th Floor, Boston MA 02108-4619
617-624-5632

http://www.mass.gov/dph/ohsp

http://publichealth.blog.state.ma.us/

Posted 6/19/09 to 7/7/09
TOWN OF EASTON
PUBLIC HEALTH AGENT

The Town of Easton is accepting applications for the position of Public Health Agent.  Applicant must have the ability to perform professional inspections, technical and administrative work relating to the enforcement and interpretation of public health, sanitation, and environmental laws and regulations. Applicant must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license; registration as a Massachusetts Sanitarian; Massachusetts Certification as a Soil Evaluator; Lead Code Determinator; Title 5 Septic System Inspector required and have Federal certification as a pool operator required.   Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in public health ore related field; two years of experience in public health and environmental health; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  This full time (40 hours per week) union position has a starting rate of pay of $26.929 per hour with increases thereafter in addition to a liberal fringe benefit package.  Required applications may be obtained on the Town’s web site, www.easton.ma.us; click on Town Notices; Employment Opportunities; Full/Part time.  Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and the required job application to David Colton, Town Administrator, 136 Elm Street, North Easton, MA 02356 by 4:30P.M on Monday, July 6, 2009.
The Town of Easton is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted 6/15/09 to 7/6/09

City of Melrose
Sanitary Inspector
2 part-time positions

We are seeking two qualified Inspectors to fill two part-time (15 hrs/wk) Sanitary Inspector vacancies. Perform a variety of inspections for Wakefield and Melrose including food establishments, housing & public health nuisance complaints. Qualified candidates have excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills, a BS in sciences, chemistry or related field and knowledge of local and state public health laws required. MA driver’s license and own transportation is required. Detailed description on employment page www.cityofmelrose.org. Minimum $25.76/hr. Letter and resume to  or HR, 562 Main Street, Melrose, MA 02176 by 6/30/09. ADA/EEO

Posted 6/15/09 to 6/30/09

Town of West Springfield
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

The Town of West Springfield, on behalf of the Offices of Community Development and Health, invites applications for the position of Code Enforcement Officer.

A  Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field; minimum two years of technical or professional experience in the field of environmental sanitation or practical knowledge of the  MA  State Sanitary Code Chapter II, or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience.  Most possess a valid  Massachusetts driver’s license.  MA  Registered Sanitarian and  MA  lead determinator license preferred.   Applicant must perform housing code inspections, investigate complaints, issue orders to correct/and or legal notices.
Full-time position with competitive wage and benefit package.  Please send resume and letter of intent to:  Human Resources, Municipal Office Building, 26 Central Street, Suite 6, West Springfield, MA  01089.

Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

The Town of West Springfield is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity within its community.

Posted 6/1/09 to 6/30/09

Town of Wilmington
Part Time Health Agent/Inspector

The Town of Wilmington is seeking an individual with the requisite qualifications and experience to assist the Director with the management and operations of the Public Health Department.  Primary responsibilities include conducting code enforcement inspections and assisting with the regulation of food establishments.  Individual must have a working knowledge of MA Title 5 and related environmental and public health ordinances; certification as a Title 5 soil evaluator and a certified food protection manager ; a minimum of an Associates Degree in environmental science or a related field and a minimum of three years experience working for a municipal health department.

Salary $25/hour, 15-20 hours per week – flexible work schedule.  Send cover letter and résumé to Michael A. Caira, Town Manager, 121 Glen Road, Wilmington, MA  01887-3597.  Position open until filled.  AA/EOE

Posted 3/14/09 to 6/30/09


TOWN OF MIDDLEBOROUGH
HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Jeanne Spalding, RS, CHO                                                                      PH: 508-946-2408
Health Officer                                                                                            FX: 508-946-2321

POSITION POSTING

Posting Date:  May 19, 2009

Position Title: Part time Public Health Staff Nurse in the Health Department

Work Hours: Thirty (30) Hours Per Week

Wages: In compliance with General Municipal Employees Group

Duties/Responsibilities: Provide wide variety of nursing services in homes, clinic care, in office and schools.  Provide immunization and screening services.  Investigate communicable diseases.  Schedule programs on both short and long-term health care issues.  Maintain written narrative reports.  Prepare reports to State Department of Public Health on communicable diseases.  Attend relevant conferences and seminars.  Conduct food facility inspections.  Perform other related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications: Requires current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License and current driving license. Five years experience in a clinical public health setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Accountable to:  Health Officer

Posting Closes June 19, 2009

Pursuant to Federal Regulations 51.55 (3) (k) (6), the Town of Middleborough does not
Discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to, or treatment
in, its programs and activities.

Posted 5/10/09 to 6/19/09

Summer Interns' Resumes

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Posted 5/6/09 to 6/30/09

                             Region 3A Northeast Public Health Coalition - February 2009

The Region 3A Northeast Public Health Coalition consists of fourteen communities in northeastern Massachusetts. The Coalition requires the assistance of part-time, contract health professionals to serve on an as-needed basis under its Emergency Preparedness, MDPH contract. Said professionals will assist in completing health inspections, public health planning and reporting, and in various clinical and other services. Contractors may be called for during regular staff vacations, to assist during public health emergencies, or to supplement staffing as needed. The number of contracts to be offered will depend on need and the availability of MDPH funds. If interested in any of the p/t contract positions listed below, please submit your resume via hard copy or via email to the points of contact at the bottom of this page.

Health Inspector
Under the general direction of one or more Region 3A municipal Director of Public Health/Health Agent(s), the contractor will perform field inspections, investigate complaints and conduct plan reviews for compliance with the all applicable State Codes.  Minimum qualifications include a demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes and appropriate certifications (i.e. Title 5 Soil Evaluator, Certified Food Safety Manager, Lead Determinator, Certified Pool Operator). Previous experience in the contracted inspections is required. Inspectors are paid either a flat rate of $25.00 per inspection or at another rate negotiated by the Region 3A community(ies) for which the work is to be performed.

Public Health Nurse
Under the general direction of one or more Region 3A municipal Director(s) of Public Health/Health Agent(s), the contractor will perform clinical work in the field of public health. Minimum qualifications include a thorough knowledge of clinical practice, disease prevention and treatment, and a demonstrated ability to communicate with the general public and clients. Those selected will all have Massachusetts Registered Nurse licenses. Nurses are paid at a rate of $25.00 per hour or at another rate negotiated by the Region 3A community(ies) for which the work is to be performed

Public Health Emergency Planner
Under the general direction of one or more Region 3A municipal health-related official(s),  prepares, reviews, and drafts public health emergency plans such as, but not limited to, Emergency Dispensing Site plans, Special Population plans, Continuity of Operations plans, Pandemic and Infectious Disease Response plans, and Medical Reserve Corp plans.   Knowledge and experience drafting the types of plans listed will be preferred.  Planners will be paid at a rate of $25.00 per hour or at another rate negotiated by the particular Region 3A community(ies) for which the work is to be completed

The purpose of this posting is to develop a database of interested persons should the need for their use arise. Contracts will be with Region 3A Host Agency, International Institute of Greater Lawrence. Contractor payments will be guided by signed contract specifics and there is no guarantee of employment. Persons interested in being considered for any and all of the contract positions listed above must submit a resume to the below address or email:

Region 3A Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee
ico International Institute
125 Amesbury Street
Lawrence, MA  01880
Rafael Abislaiman, Host Agent

Posted on the MHOA Website at www.mhoa.com and at various area municipal sites and websites

Posted 2/17/09 to 10/17/09