Communicable Disease Specialist

About the role

This is an entry-level/training role within the Communicable Disease Specialist job series. Under limited supervision, you will plan, develop, and conduct communicable disease-related investigations, ensuring timely disease intervention strategies to promote disease control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct communicable disease investigations within the health district or assigned area.
• Interview patients, perform contact tracing, and notify partners of exposures.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and disease-related information; prepare epidemiologic reports for programmatic purposes.
• Provide limited training, technical assistance, and consultative services regarding disease control.
• Oversee outreach, education, and HIV testing within priority populations and public health clinic settings.
• Ensure individuals who test positive for HIV are rapidly linked to care.
• Collaborate with the Office of HIV/AIDS Regional Coordinator to support ongoing efforts.
• Perform various other duties as assigned in support of section and district operations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in medical and preventive services from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience in a related field.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Behavioral or Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Major or minor coursework in the behavioral or life sciences.
• Experience working in a public health setting.
• Knowledge of computer applications related to public health (such as the Immunization Registry, SendSS, and M&M).
• Familiarity with communicable diseases and their prevention.
• Strong interviewing and counseling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work and communicate respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly on sensitive health topics.