Capacity Planner jobs in Hawaii

Recruitment Information

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, Disease Outbreak Control Division, Disease Investigation Branch.

The position is located in Downtown on the Island of Oahu.

$4,690 -$5,713 monthly, commensurate w/ training and experience

If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Lindsay Woodward at lindsay.woodward@doh.hawaii.gov.

The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Health.

Duties Summary

Exempt, temporary, full-time, non-civil service appointment. The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of epidemiological investigational and educational activities related to all infectious diseases for disease outbreak control and surveillance. The position provides epidemiologic expertise for statewide surveillance for infectious diseases and certain non-infectious conditions, including neglected diseases (e.g., waterborne, including amoeboid and fungal diseases); investigates individual cases and outbreaks of new, rare, or serious illness; implements disease prevention and control measures.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree that included completion of two (2) introductory biological science courses plus one (1) additional biological science course beyond the introductory level. Successful completion of such coursework should demonstrate an aptitude for, and a basic knowledge of, the biological sciences. Prior training in microbiology is highly desirable since it is the foundation for understanding the technical aspects of laboratory testing, proper specimen collection, and molecular epidemiology, all of which are important for successfully performing the duties of this position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Two and one-half (2 ½) years of progressively responsible professional work experience that required the knowledge and application of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in the identification, prevention, and control of infectious diseases. Typically, this work experience would entail a minimum of one (1) year of professional work experience as an epidemiological specialist at the next lower level.

LICENSE: Possession of a valid State of Hawaii Driver’s License is required.

Who May Apply

LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Other Information

This position is exempt from civil service. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be “at will.”

How to Apply:
Mail completed State of Hawaii Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment with original signature, cover letter, detailed resume, three (3) references, and salary requirements to:
Department of Health
Disease Outbreak Control Division
PO BOX 3378
Honolulu, Hawaii 96801-3378

Visit the Department of Health website at: https://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/

Recruitment is continuous until needs are met.

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
Lindsay Woodward at lindsay.woodward@doh.hawaii.gov.

This position is exempt from civil service. Employment in such positions are considered to be “at will.”

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and environment for all people in Hawaii. Hawaii Department of Health (HDOH) supports a diverse-multicultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels, and creates an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination.

NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Health regarding this exempt position.