Data Operations Specialist

Salary: $50,982.94 - $66,351.55 Annually
Location : 200 Piedmont Ave. SE Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00302
Division/Section: Health Protection/EM PREP
Unit: View phone number on click.appcast.io
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
Pay Grade: L
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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.
This position is located under the Emergency Preparedness and Response section of the Division of Health Protection of DPH. The Data Operations Specialist reports to the Data Operations Manager. This is an entry-level position, offering the opportunity to build skills in data collection and analysis as well as emergency management.

Job Responsibilities

• Under supervision, the Data Operations Specialist collects and analyzes data across numerous sources as well as generates visualizations and reports that facilitate situational awareness across DPH's Emergency Preparedness and Response program.
• Maintains and improves a Knack™-based data collection platform used statewide.
• Identifies trends, gaps, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and drive decision-making.
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in relevant areas.
• Serve as a liaison between data operations and planning teams, ensuring emergency preparedness planning efforts are data driven.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications


Associate degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience related to area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Busi Support Analyst 2 (GSP131). Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.
Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with Knack, Power BI, or computer programming.
• Prior public health or emergency preparedness and response experience.
• Previous experience developing plans or formal guidance documents.
• Team-oriented, able to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Solutions-driven, meticulous, and willing to learn.
• Bachelors Degree.

Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.


The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.


ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email .


DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Doctorate's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED

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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

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How many years of experience do you have working with Knack, Power BI, or computer programming?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 years or more

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How many years of experience do you have in emergency preparedness and response?

• More than 5 years
• 3-5 years
• 1-2 years
• No experience

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How many years of experience do you have developing plans or formal guidance documents?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

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