Job Location: Denver, CO
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
The state of Colorado (State) Constitution, Article XII, Officers, Section 13, requires that “All appointees shall reside in the state”. All non-residents of Colorado must be willing and able to relocate to Colorado if appointed to this position.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
This is a term-limited position. Funding cannot be guaranteed beyond June 30, 2024. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out, whichever comes first.
Be BOLD…..Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado’s health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
In addition to free parking , access RTD bus lines, Cherry Creek bike path and flexible working arrangements, click the link below to review additional benefits and perks!!!
(https://cdphe.colorado.gov/careers)
The Work Unit:
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment serves Coloradans by providing high-quality, cost-effective public health and environmental protection services that promote healthy people in healthy places. Staff members focus on evidence-based best practices in the public health and environmental fields and play a critical role in educating people in Colorado so they can make informed choices. In addition to maintaining and enhancing our core programs, the department continues to identify and respond to emerging issues affecting Colorado’s public and environmental health.
The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) is the department’s lead surveillance, planning and response arm for public events including communicable disease outbreaks and epidemics, pandemics, bioterrorism, and other public health and mass casualty events and disasters. The division includes the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response; State Public Health Laboratory; Health Equity Branch, Communicable Disease Branch; Immunization Branch; Public Health Informatics, Reporting, Technology Branch; Refugee Branch; and Operations Branch. The Division exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively prepare for, monitor, detect, diagnose, investigate, and nimbly respond to all types of conditions, events and disasters that impact the public’s health.
The Public Health GIS Integration Unit is housed inside the Administration section of the Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response, and is charged with supporting the division’s evolving Geographic Information Systems (GIS) needs as they relate to the cartographic visualization and scientific data analysis of place-based public health surveillance, demographic, economic, and environmental data (including but not limited to disease control response efforts). This work unit provides scientific and technical expertise in support of a broad range of programs and policies across the division and to outside entities that rely on the division for its institutional knowledge and subject matter expertise. This work unit also supports and educates an ever evolving and growing community of GIS software users within the division. In addition, this unit manages and procures the department’s annual investment in GIS software.
What You WiIl Be Doing:
The Public Health GIS Integration Analyst utilizes GIS software (including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Server/Enterprise) to develop, deploy, and maintain multiple data analysis, mapping and advanced data visualization/dissemination tools to enhance the division’s wide spectrum of geo-spatial data assets. This position assists in the development and maintenance of automated data processing tools that support the updating of geospatial dashboards (including web-based maps), charts, graphs, and reports as well as guidance for initiatives that come before division stakeholders including division and department leadership and the Colorado Board of Health. This position provides expertise in geospatial data management, data analysis, and the cartographic display of complex data. This position leverages the department’s geo-spatial data assets and reporting tools directly to department partners including the Colorado Division of Homeland Security, the Colorado Governor’s Office as well as the general public. This position must be familiar with GIS operations, how they differ from other IT systems, and how differences affect system usage and administration. This position coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, including epidemiologists, IT staff, and project managers. This position works independently and may assume project management and lead technical responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.
Option 1:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in GIS, information technology, cartography, computer science, data science or a field of study closely related to the work assignment.
AND
Two years of experience in geospatial data management, geospatial data analysis, cartographic visualization, scientific analysis, geographic information systems, geography or an occupational field closely related to the work assigned to the position.
OR:
Six years of professional experience in geospatial data management, geospatial data analysis, cartographic visualization, scientific analysis, geographic information systems, geography or other occupational field closely related to the work experience aligned to the position.
OR:
Option 3:
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in GIS, information technology, cartography, computer science, data science or a field of study closely related to the work assignment.
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. “See Resume” will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)
PREFERRED AND ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:
The preferred experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate.
- Experience working with data using GIS software technologies including ArcGIS Desktop/ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and other ESRI-based computing system components.
- Experience working as a geospatial data and/or GIS specialist.
- Experience building web-based geospatial data visualizations and/or dashboards.
- Experience providing technical assistance and training to GIS software users.
- Professional experience in geospatial data management, geospatial data analysis, cartographic visualization, scientific analysis, geographic information systems, or geography preferred.
- Proficiency with database programming languages such as SQL, R, or Python.
- Knowledge of data functions and tasks that GIS applications can support.
- Knowledge of database and application design principles.
- Ability to use quantitative and statistical analysis.
- Ability to create, edit, maintain, develop and manage large geospatial databases.
- Ability to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to present ideas accurately, effectively, and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and within teams.
Conditions of Employment:
Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.
Critical Status: Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
Critical Status: Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
A complete application packet must include:
- A completed State of Colorado application.
- A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
- If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
- If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection Process:
- All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
- Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
- A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations:
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.
Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
Submit CV To All Data Science Job Consultants Across United States For Free
Leave a Reply