NJLINCS COVID-19 DATA MANAGER/EPIDEMIOLOGIST

Unclassified
N.J.A.C.4A:3-1.3(a)5

DEFINITION:

Under direction, provides data management and epidemiological support to all local Health departments
(LHDs) and contact tracing teams within the NJLINCS jurisdiction; analyzes and reports COVID-related 
data to local, county, regional, and state partners for use in COVID-related planning, response, and 
evaluation initiatives; performs other related duties as required.

NOTE:  The New Jersey Local Information Network Communications System (NJLINCS) is a system of 
public health professionals and electronic public health information that enhances the identification and 
containment of diseases and hazardous conditions that threaten the public's health. Built on personal 
computer and Internet technologies, NJLINCS is a network of strategically positioned county and local 
health departments located throughout the state, the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior 
Services, all other local health departments and public / private organizations working at the community 
level to safeguard public health.

NOTE:  This position is full-time and supported through a two-year grant awarded by the New Jersey 
Department of Health (DOH). The NJLINCS Agency will provide direct supervision of this position, in 
close consultation with LHDs to coordinate and bolster COVID-19 duties performed by jurisdictional 
public health authorities. Work location and hours may be flexible, as determined by the needs of the 
NJLINCS Agency and LHDs within the NJLINCS jurisdiction.

NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only.  A particular position using 
this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on 
the job may not be listed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Monitors, cleans, and analyzes COVID-related data received through testing, outbreak investigations, 
and contact tracing.

Ensures completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of all collected information.

Guides the planning and response efforts of NJLINCS/LHDs and generates metrics for local, regional, 
and statewide usage.

Works with teams of contact tracers and supervisors to manage data received from interviews with 
COVID-positive and COVID-exposed persons.

Utilizes web-based platforms to ensure that electronic reporting of symptoms from contacts is uploaded 
into public health databases and appropriate linkages are made, such as referrals to NJLINCS Social 
Support Coordinators.

Trains contact tracers on utilization of contact tracing technology and troubleshoots any issues with 
technology.

Designs and implements analyses of COVID data.

Routinely disseminates and presents data and metrics to NJLINCS/LHDs and DOH Regional
Coordinators to guide public health planning and response measures.

Collaborates with NJLINCS/LHD Information Technology (IT) staff and DOH Regional Contact Tracing 
Coordinator to support contact tracing teams when necessary.

Resolves issues that may arise with web-based technologies.

Works with the DOH Regional Contact Tracing Coordinator to establish and maintain working 
relationships with NJLINCS Epidemiologists in other counties.

Ensures local, regional, and statewide coverage, monitors regional trends, and standardizes data so 
as to improve data analyses and reporting.

Participates in COVID task forces, working groups, and other meetings held by the NJLINCS Agency, 
LHDs, Regional Coordinators, and DOH SMEs that may be relevant to data management and 
epidemiology or require data to bolster and evaluate COVID initiatives.

Prepares and maintains essential records and files.

Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and 
information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year of professional work experience in data management and/or data analysis.

LICENSE:

Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation 
of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the principles, policies, standards, and/or procedures involved with managing data 
in public health, epidemiological, and/or biostatistical settings.

Knowledge of data management and statistical software and technology used in documenting, 
performing, and presenting various types of data analyses.

Knowledge of methods in designing, presenting, and implementing data and analyses.

Ability to train contact tracers on utilization of contact tracing technology.

Ability to prepare and present statistical reports in both technical and layman’s terms.

Ability to use data management and statistical software used in documenting, performing, and 
presenting various types of data analyses.

Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects.

Ability to work both individually and in collaboration with others in a team environment.

Ability to prepare and maintain essential records and files.

Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording information systems 
used by the agency, office or related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties 
of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of 
communication.

Persons with mental and physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform essential functions of 
the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because 
it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.


This job specification is applicable to the following title code:
Job
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Code
Variant
State,
Local or
Common
Class of
Service
Work
Week
State
Class
Code
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Class
Code
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Note
09037
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U
  
N/A
99
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This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.

 10/5/2020