Epidemiologist 3 | Research and Data Analytics
Apply NowCompany: State of Washington
Location: Tumwater, WA 98511
Description:
Salary: $88,800.00 - $119,496.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2025-02844
Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: BSTA - Research & Data Analytics
Opening Date: 04/17/2025
Closing Date: 5/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Epidemiologist 3 | Research and Data Analytics
Full Time | Permanent
Location: Tumwater, WA
Salary Range: $88,800 - $119,496 Annually
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a public health professional to join the Health Services Informatics section of the Research and Data Analytics (RDA) Unit as an Epidemiologist 3! The goal of this position is to support the DOC mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives, with a vision of working together for safer communities, through leading and supporting the agency by providing analytic and epidemiologic expertise on health services programs, initiatives, and issues as they affect human morbidity and mortality.
As an Epidemiologist 3, your critical role will include acting as a lead analyst in providing departmentwide development, implementation, design, and sustainability of health services reporting. You will also work to promote the best practices, competencies, and translation of epidemiologic data.
Daily tasks may also include developing study designs and preparing health data to conduct epidemiological analyses for the purpose of health surveillance, identifying high risk populations, and investigating disparities and variations in care and outcome. Topics of focus may include, but are not limited to, mental health and substance use disorder, communicable diseases, and chronic diseases. You will also design, lead and conduct epidemiological investigations and spatial analyses of environmental, exposure, demographic, and health data to identify associations between environmental exposures and disease outcomes within identified locations.
The Research and Data Analytics team is responsible for coordinating and conducting research, program evaluation, and data analytics for the Department to inform the Office of the Governor, Office of Financial Management, the Legislature, research partners, stakeholders, and other public policymakers on DOC efforts that enhance public safety. This position will support the overarching goals of RDA while also ensuring the safety and health of the agency.
A completed application packet will include:
Duties
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.
As an Epidemiologist, some of your duties will include:
Qualifications
What we need (required qualifications):
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In addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:
What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework. Work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a "drop in" area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email mackenzie.conley@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
01
Are you a current DOC employee?
02
Please indicate your highest level of education:
03
If you have a degree obtained outside of the United States, have you included a foreign credential evaluation report with your application? (You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org)
04
Do you have 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology or research methods and statistics or biostatistics from an accredited graduate school?
05
How many years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data do you possess?
06
Do you have the ability to pass a written exam on concepts covered in 500-level (graduate) research methods, epidemiology, and biostatistics courses?
07
Do you have experience in the management and statistical analysis of multiple public health datasets for epidemiologic evaluation of health care outcomes and health system performance?
08
If you have experience in the management and statistical analysis of multiple public health datasets for epidemiologic evaluation of health care outcomes and health system performance, please describe this experience in detail. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.
09
Have you utilized SAS, R, and/or SQL statistical software applications to conduct epidemiological analysis or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)?
10
If you have experience utilizing SAS, R, and/or SQL statistical software applications to conduct epidemiological analysis or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), please describe this experience in detail. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.
11
Do you have two or more years of experience with PowerBI and/or Tableau?
12
Please indicate all knowledge, skills and/or abilities in which you possess:
13
Have you attached a cover letter, resume, three professional references and at least one article published in a peer-reviewed journal as the primary author?
14
How did you hear about this opportunity?
15
If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?
16
If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (The below link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents)
Required Question
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2025-02844
Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: BSTA - Research & Data Analytics
Opening Date: 04/17/2025
Closing Date: 5/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Epidemiologist 3 | Research and Data Analytics
Full Time | Permanent
Location: Tumwater, WA
Salary Range: $88,800 - $119,496 Annually
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a public health professional to join the Health Services Informatics section of the Research and Data Analytics (RDA) Unit as an Epidemiologist 3! The goal of this position is to support the DOC mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives, with a vision of working together for safer communities, through leading and supporting the agency by providing analytic and epidemiologic expertise on health services programs, initiatives, and issues as they affect human morbidity and mortality.
As an Epidemiologist 3, your critical role will include acting as a lead analyst in providing departmentwide development, implementation, design, and sustainability of health services reporting. You will also work to promote the best practices, competencies, and translation of epidemiologic data.
Daily tasks may also include developing study designs and preparing health data to conduct epidemiological analyses for the purpose of health surveillance, identifying high risk populations, and investigating disparities and variations in care and outcome. Topics of focus may include, but are not limited to, mental health and substance use disorder, communicable diseases, and chronic diseases. You will also design, lead and conduct epidemiological investigations and spatial analyses of environmental, exposure, demographic, and health data to identify associations between environmental exposures and disease outcomes within identified locations.
The Research and Data Analytics team is responsible for coordinating and conducting research, program evaluation, and data analytics for the Department to inform the Office of the Governor, Office of Financial Management, the Legislature, research partners, stakeholders, and other public policymakers on DOC efforts that enhance public safety. This position will support the overarching goals of RDA while also ensuring the safety and health of the agency.
A completed application packet will include:
- A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
- A detailed resume
- Three professional references
- At least one article published in a peer-reviewed journal as the primary author
Duties
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.
As an Epidemiologist, some of your duties will include:
- Providing Technical Leadership and Subject Matter Expertise on Epidemiologic Analyses for Health Services Programs, Initiatives, and Topics which could include:
- Designing, leading and conducting epidemiological investigations and spatial analyses of environmental, exposure, demographic, and health data to identify associations between environmental exposures and disease outcomes within identified locations
- Utilizing data from a variety of sources to identify and conduct epidemiologic investigations as well as identify and inform programmatic, partnership and policy gaps and opportunities
- Providing technical guidance on built environment and, as warranted, spatial epidemiological investigations and analyses
- Guiding non-routine health, environmental, demographic, and geographic data to guide programmatic environmental health actions
- Participating in the measuring, reporting and continuous improvement of organizational performance
- Working with the Health Service Informatics Manager to analyze trends, issues, and outcomes as well as present findings and recommendations to executive staff and external stakeholders
- Supporting the Unit by providing policy and program recommendations informed by data trends, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to furnish data and information
- Assisting in development, maintenance, and training on standard processes for responding to health services reporting needs for internal and external stakeholders
- Participating in the design and management of surveillance systems for diseases of public health concerns related to supported population
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
What we need (required qualifications):
- A Master's degree or higher in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related behavioral science which includes 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology or research methods, and 12 graduate quarter hours in statistics or biostatistics from an accredited graduate school
AND
- Five (5) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data
OR
- A Bachelor's degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related behavioral science
AND
- Eight (8) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data
AND
- The ability to pass a written exam on concepts covered in 500-level (graduate) research methods, epidemiology, and biostatistics courses
AND
- At least one article published in a peer-reviewed journal as the primary author
OR
- A minimum of 12 years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data
AND
- The ability to pass a written exam on concepts covered in 500-level (graduate) research methods, epidemiology, and biostatistics courses
AND
- At least one article published in a peer-reviewed journal as the primary author
In addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:
- Experience in the management and statistical analysis of multiple public health datasets for epidemiologic evaluation of health care outcomes and health system performance
- Use of SAS, R, and/or SQL statistical software applications to conduct epidemiological analysis or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
- Two or more years of experience with PowerBI and/or Tableau.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to summarize complex information in a clear and concise manner to different audience
What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):
- Minimum of a Masters degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, Public Health, or a closely allied field.
- Two (2) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes
- Collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data
- Providing technical assistance and customer service to data users
- Advising partners about how to use data and scientific information for planning and decision making
- Two (2) or more years of experience in supporting development, administration, analysis, and reporting of population-based or other public health survey instruments
- Demonstrated advanced experience in analyzing complex health data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, hospitalization data, or other population survey dat
- Working knowledge of current public health principles and practices
- Proficiency in the use of information technology tools and statistical software language such as R, SAS, and/or SQL, Microsoft SQL Server
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to present data using appropriate techniques for a range of audiences with different data familiarity
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
- Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references. - A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
- We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
- Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
- DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework. Work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a "drop in" area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email mackenzie.conley@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
01
Are you a current DOC employee?
- Yes
- No
02
Please indicate your highest level of education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associates degree
- Bachelor's degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related behavioral science
- Master's degree or higher in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related behavioral science
03
If you have a degree obtained outside of the United States, have you included a foreign credential evaluation report with your application? (You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org)
- Yes
- No
- NA
04
Do you have 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology or research methods and statistics or biostatistics from an accredited graduate school?
- Yes
- No
05
How many years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting that includes collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data do you possess?
- I do not have this experience
- I have one to two years of this experience
- I have three to four years of this experience
- I have five to six years of this experience
- I have seven years of this experience
- I have eight to nine years of this experience
- I have ten to eleven years of this experience
- I have twelve or more years of this experience
06
Do you have the ability to pass a written exam on concepts covered in 500-level (graduate) research methods, epidemiology, and biostatistics courses?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have experience in the management and statistical analysis of multiple public health datasets for epidemiologic evaluation of health care outcomes and health system performance?
- Yes
- No
08
If you have experience in the management and statistical analysis of multiple public health datasets for epidemiologic evaluation of health care outcomes and health system performance, please describe this experience in detail. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.
09
Have you utilized SAS, R, and/or SQL statistical software applications to conduct epidemiological analysis or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)?
- Yes
- No
10
If you have experience utilizing SAS, R, and/or SQL statistical software applications to conduct epidemiological analysis or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), please describe this experience in detail. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.
11
Do you have two or more years of experience with PowerBI and/or Tableau?
- Yes
- No
12
Please indicate all knowledge, skills and/or abilities in which you possess:
- Two (2) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting population-based health data
- Two (2) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting providing technical assistance and customer service to data users
- Two (2) or more years of experience working in a public health agency or a similar setting advising partners about how to use data and scientific information for planning and decision making
- Two (2) or more years of experience in supporting development, administration, analysis, and reporting of population-based or other public health survey instruments
- Demonstrated advanced experience in analyzing complex health data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, hospitalization data, or other population survey data
- Working knowledge of current public health principles and practices
- Proficiency in the use of information technology tools and statistical software language such as R, SAS, and/or SQL, Microsoft SQL Server
- Ability to present data using appropriate techniques for a range of audiences with different data familiarity
- I do not have any of the above knowledge, skills and/or abilities
13
Have you attached a cover letter, resume, three professional references and at least one article published in a peer-reviewed journal as the primary author?
- Yes
- No
14
How did you hear about this opportunity?
- Careers.wa.gov; jobs.doc.wa.gov; or governmentjobs.com
- Indeed
- DOC social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)
- Job/career fair
- Job boards (Monster. ZipRecruiter, GlassDoor, CareerBuilder)
- WorkSource
- Veteran outreach
- Referral from current DOC employee
- Other
15
If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?
- Yes
- No
16
If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (The below link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents)
- Yes
- No
Required Question