WYCOPHD Epidemiology Data Analyst VISTA
Role summary
The AmeriCorps VISTA program seeks an Epidemiology Data Analyst to support the Wyandotte County Public Health Department. This role focuses on developing sustainable systems for the Community Health Assessment (CHA) by identifying, compiling, and organizing data into a centralized system. Responsibilities include creating data management, visualization (charts, maps, dashboards), and reporting tools, as well as developing narrative summaries and accreditation compliance materials. The goal is to enhance the department's capacity to identify community needs and effectively target resources, ultimately improving health and economic stability for underserved residents.
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County AmeriCorps VISTA Program strengthens local capacity to improve public health services for low-income and underserved residents. This position supports the Public Health Department by developing sustainable systems to complete the 2027 Community Health Assessment (CHA). The VISTA member will identify, compile, and organize data from multiple sources into a centralized system to support analysis and decision-making. The member will develop standardized processes and tools for data management, ensuring that systems can be maintained and used for future assessments. They will also create data visualization tools, such as charts, maps, and dashboards, to communicate key findings. In addition, the VISTA will support development of CHA reporting materials, including templates, narrative summaries, and documentation to ensure consistent and accessible communication of results. The member will also research and align CHA processes with Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) requirements and develop tools to support ongoing compliance. By strengthening data systems, reporting processes, and community health assessment capacity, this project will improve the department’s ability to identify community needs and target resources effectively. These efforts will increase access to programs and services that support improved health and economic stability for residents experiencing poverty.
Member Duties : The AmeriCorps VISTA member will develop and document systems to support the Community Health Assessment, including compiling and organizing data from multiple sources into a centralized system. The member will create tools and processes for data management, visualization, and reporting, including charts, maps, and templates. They will draft and edit narrative summaries of findings and develop materials to support communication of results. The VISTA will also research accreditation requirements and create tools to align CHA processes with those standards. These efforts will strengthen data systems and improve the department’s ability to identify needs and deliver services to underserved residents.
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage\* , Living Allowance , Housing , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Relocation Allowance .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Health .
Skills :
Writing/Editing , Public Health , Computers/Technology .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
WYCOPHD Epidemiology Data Analyst VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/10/2026 - 08/09/2027
Work Schedule
Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
KANSAS
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 03/25/2026 To 07/05/2026
Contact
Raegan Billinger
619 Ann Ave
Kansas City KS 66101
913-573-8232
rbillinger@wycokck.org
Listing ID
129018