Salary: $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: HSEP10

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Infectious Disease Epidemiologist serves as a subject matter expert leading surveillance, field investigations, and outbreak responses for high-consequence public health threats across Wyoming. This role directs disease response strategies for Waterborne and Bioterrorism (BT), including Anthrax, Plague, Tularemia, Legionella, and Chronic Wasting Disease/CJD. Key responsibilities include conducting rapid case investigations, analyzing surveillance data, coordinating directly with the Wyoming Public Health Laboratory for clinical and water sample testing, and reporting crucial epidemiological data to the CDC.

In addition to direct outbreak leadership, this position drives program cross-cutting initiatives and manages 24/7 public health surge capacity. The epidemiologist will lead the development of the annual infectious disease report, maintain state web resources, author Health Alert Network (HAN) advisories, and cross-train personnel. The candidate will also participate in the All-Hazards Response 24/7 hotline rotation, serving as a vital point of contact for healthcare providers, first responders, and the public during emergency and non-emergency public health events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Performs public health surveillance activities.
• Analyzes data from epidemiologic investigation or study.
• Evaluates results and assists in formulation of conclusions.
• Prepares detailed reports based upon investigation, surveillance, and analysis.
• Coordinates public health interventions and control measures.
• Uses laboratory resources to support epidemiologic activities and interpret laboratory results for use in epidemiologic investigation.
• Skilled in the use of information systems for surveillance, investigation, and other epidemiologic practices.
• Develops policies and procedures.
• Serves as environmental health advisor.
• Gathers epidemiologic data on cases from physicians, laboratories, and patients.
• Monitors epidemiologic trends for detection of clusters and outbreaks.
• Provides subject matter expertise in zoonotic/vectorborne and waterborne diseases.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to candidates with a Master's degree in public health and experience in infectious disease surveillance and case investigation.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of public and business administration.
• Knowledge of the principles of organization.
• Knowledge of epidemiologic principles for surveillance of infectious diseases.
• Knowledge of case-control studies.
• Knowledge of basic biologic principles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Epidemiology)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Epidemiology) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Epidemiologist I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Epidemiology) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Epidemiologist I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in an average work environment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an employer.

Supplemental Information
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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(HSEP10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
08

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

09

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

10

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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