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Form of workThe Health and Human Services Agency is seeking qualified individuals for the position of
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE INVESTIGATOR
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE INVESTIGATOR
Interviews and job offers will take place beginning the week of April 2, 2024.
This position is eligible for appointment at step 1, $61,734.40 annually.
County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5.
County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5.
PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
Public Health Services is dedicated to community wellness and health protection in San Diego County. Public Health Services work to prevent epidemics and the spread of disease, protect against environmental hazards, prevent injuries, promote and encourage healthy behaviors, respond to disasters, and assist communities in recovery and assure the quality and accessibility of health services throughout the county.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Communicable Disease Investigators perform non-criminal investigations, counseling, and educational work in public health laws, rules, and regulations that govern HIV disease, sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis, and other communicable or infectious diseases.
The ideal candidate will be able to engage in conversation with a wide variety of individuals, discussing highly sensitive topics including medical and personal information such as sexual history and practices, in order to conduct thorough investigations/interviews.
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HIRING TIMELINE AND DATES
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins week of April 2, 2024. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college/university or a certified foreign studies equivalency in a health related science; OR,
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college/university or a certified foreign studies equivalency in a behavioral, social or natural science, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of experience in Communicable Disease investigations; OR,
- An associate degree from an accredited U.S. college/university or a certified foreign studies equivalency in a behavioral, social or natural science, or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience in Communicable Disease investigations; OR,
- Five (5) years of work experience in Communicable Disease investigations.
Notes:
- A current CPR card is required at time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment in this class.
- A State of California Phlebotomy License must be obtained within six (6) months of employment, or an equivalent license that allows phlebotomy such as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license with special certification for Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Blood Withdrawal.
- Incumbents in the HIV, STD, and Hepatitis program are required to complete HIV Testing and Counseling Certification within six (6) months of employment.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
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Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
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