Marbella Mejia Camargo
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Dynamic public health professional with extensive experience at Loma Linda University, specializing in community health disparities and stakeholder engagement. Proven expertise in data analysis and strategic thinking, successfully leading initiatives that enhance public health education and compliance. Adept at developing impactful advocacy materials and fostering collaboration among diverse populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, USA
10.2024 - Current
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on community health disparities
- Develop data collection tools and analyse trends to support public health interventions
- Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborate with research staff and community partners on public health initiatives
- Lead the coordination and finalization of Community Conversations transcripts to ensure qualitative data accuracy for the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)
- Coordinate and lead focus groups, managing participant engagement, scheduling, and structured qualitative research frameworks to assess community health needs and priorities
- Develop coding analyses for qualitative data to support public health strategy recommendations
Public Health Intern
American Public Health Association
Washington, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct research on climate change, health equity, and environmental justice
- Develop advocacy materials, including fact sheets and policy briefs
- Analyse data on climate-related health disparities and community impacts
- Write reports and blog posts on public health topics for dissemination
- Leading the implementation plan for the BRACE (Building Resilience Against Climate Effects) framework, managing project timelines, stakeholder coordination, and deliverables to enhance climate adaptation strategies in public health
Environmental Health Specialist, REHS
San Bernardino County Division of Environmental Health Services
San Bernardino, USA
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Conducted comprehensive environmental health inspections for solid waste, medical waste, and body art facilities
- Investigated public health complaints, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
- Conducted regulatory audits and risk assessments on hazardous waste management
- Reviewed California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation, ensuring adherence to environmental compliance
- Verified and reviewed Solid Waste Facility Permits (SWFP), Joint Technical Documents (JTD), and Environmental Impact Reports (EIR)
- Developed technical reports, permit review documents, and compliance notices to maintain transparency between regulatory bodies and operators
- Served as an Emergency Service Worker during public health crises such as COVID-19
Lead Health Education Specialist
San Bernardino County Division of Environmental Health Services
San Bernardino, USA
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented public health education programmes targeting diverse populations
- Created educational materials and communication strategies to disseminate environmental health information
- Organised community engagement initiatives, stakeholder roundtables, and outreach campaigns
- Managed public health social media platforms and online content
- Conducted data-driven health assessments to improve public health education and interventions
- Provided mentorship to interns and guided new employees in public health education roles
Education
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) - Global Health
Loma Linda University Health
Loma Linda, CA, USA03-2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Kinesiology
California State University
San Bernardino, CA, USA06.2015
Skills
- Public Health Programme Management
- Community Development & Co-creation
- Mental Wellbeing & Suicide Prevention
- Wider Determinants of Health
- Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Implementation
- Technical Writing & Data Analysis
- Environmental Health & Regulatory Compliance
- Research, Auditing & Risk Assessment
- Health Education & Public Communication
- Strategic Thinking & Leadership
Certification
- Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), 9380
- Cal/OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Health & Safety Training, 04/01/24
- GIS & Data Analysis Certifications, ArcGIS Online Basics, Telling Stories with GIS Maps, Using GIS to Solve Problems
- Gapminder UN Goals Certification, 10/01/23
- Social & Behavioral Research Investigators Certification (CITI Program, Loma Linda University), 10/01/26
- Why Data Rights Matter Certification (CALP Network, Oxfam), 10/01/23
- FIELD Data Standards Certification (Save the Children), 10/01/23
Additional Information
Eligible to work remotely and across international settings., Experienced in working independently and leading multidisciplinary teams in public health, environmental health, and community engagement projects., Strong knowledge of UK public health frameworks and priorities., References available upon request.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Loma Linda University
10.2024 - Current
Public Health Intern
American Public Health Association
09.2024 - Current
Environmental Health Specialist, REHS
San Bernardino County Division of Environmental Health Services
05.2019 - 05.2024
Lead Health Education Specialist
San Bernardino County Division of Environmental Health Services
07.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) - Global Health
Loma Linda University Health
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Kinesiology
California State University
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