Position Description:

Purpose Under direct supervision, provide support to health, social, and behavioral research, to inform and understand issues affecting the health of nearly one million residents and visitors of Milwaukee County as a health policy analyst for Dr. Ben Weston, Chief Health Policy Advisor for Milwaukee County. Primary Functions Review published literature and research topics as requested to help develop policy briefs, topic summaries, or other needed informational products to be used for policy development, departmental advising, or public messaging Identify data and/or credible information to inform policy recommendations Assist in research and preparation of information to inform and educate the community on health matters Collaborate with County and community leaders on health promotion messaging and activities As requested and available, participate in meetings to discuss above outlined deliverables As requested and available, participate in meetings with County and community stakeholders Part-time position with a flexible work schedule

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Knowledge of data interpretation and analyses, evaluation of published literature, documentation, and records management. Additional skills required: data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills, communication skills, and organizational skills.

Preferred Schedule:

Open, average of 10 hours per week

Position Requirements:

Specifications Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Required Experience: None Preferred Education: Enrollment in a medical, public health, or related graduate program is preferred but not required Preferred Experience: Research or policy experience and social media coordination preferred

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