WIC and MCH Epidemiologist 2026-01249
Salary: $32.52 - $36.13 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Contract Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01249
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Cheyenne and County Offices
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ATAW99
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Public Health Division, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program, and the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Epidemiology program are seeking an enthusiastic, data-minded individual to join our team. We strive to improve the health and well-being of Wyoming families and communities. We are committed to staffing our team with individuals who reflect our communities, and to providing locally responsive programs and services.
This position will be responsible for managing and analyzing data for both the WIC and MCH Epidemiology programs and providing concrete tools to monitor program and project effectiveness, conduct long and short-range planning, and inform programmatic priorities and strategies. This position will compile data, perform statistical analyses, establish and maintain data management processes and procedures, perform quality assurance, recommend data management and analysis changes where needed, monitor database validity, and create data visualizations. This is a full-time at-will contract employee (AWEC) position with limited benefits. This position does not have supervisory or budgetary responsibilities. This position reports to the MCH Epidemiology program manager, in coordination with the MCH Unit Manager and the WIC Unit Manager.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
- Compiles, analyzes, and edits epidemiological and programmatic data to ensure data conforms to requirements.
- Monitors datasets for completeness, accuracy, and consistency, and cleans data as needed.
- Conducts surveys, including obtaining necessary IRB reviews/approvals as might be needed.
- Enters and verifies data for program requirements.
- Assists in the preparation and distribution of epidemiological and programmatic information for public use.
- Creates data visualizations, including dashboards, for public and programmatic use
- Generates epidemiological and programmatic reports using established formats to disseminate information.
- Identifies priorities and performance measures and prepares data for dissemination to policymakers and funders.
- Analyzes data to provide the programs with concrete tools to monitor program and project effectiveness, to conduct long and short-range planning, policy review, and program management. This includes supporting WIC vendor program integrity/fraud prevention and any MCH program/grants requiring this task.
- Evaluates and analyzes data collected by WIC and MCH programs as needed.
- Fulfills data requests and interprets data for program staff and internal and external partners.
- Supports programs with using data to drive programmatic decision-making.
- Supports programs with data visualization, trend identification, and communication tool development.
- Aggregates data and performance measures for federal reporting as needed.
- Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants with a bachelor's degree in epidemiology or a related field and experience in data analysis, statistics, and program evaluation. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working with Tableau for data visualization and R for data management and analysis.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of principles and procedures of epidemiology, including study design and evaluation methods.
- Knowledge of theory, practice, and application of epidemiology methodologies.
- Knowledge of methods to prepare epidemiological reports.
- Knowledge of basic statistical compilation and analysis.
- Knowledge of how to build and maintain partnerships among internal staff and programs.
- Ability to create, implement, and adjust workflow strategies to ensure effective implementation of activities.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Skilled in technical writing as applied to various media, including the preparation of reports, promotional, educational, and informational materials to a wide range of audiences.
- Demonstrated competence in efficient organization, management of multiple responsibilities in a time-sensitive environment, and close attention to detail.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to sit comfortably for work
- Some in-state travel may be required
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- The Wyoming Department of Health is an employer.
- A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
Supplemental Information
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Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Non Benefit Position
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(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
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in epidemiology or a related field?
- Yes
- No
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Please describe your experience in data analysis, statistics, and program evaluation.
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Please describe your experience with R or other statistical software.
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Please describe your experience with Tableau or other data visualization software.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @[click to reveal website link]
- Indeed
- 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
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- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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- 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
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(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 [click to reveal website link] have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
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