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Lead Publ Hlth Disease Intervention Spec II

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$43,950 - 65,926 yearly

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Job Description - Lead Publ Hlth Disease Intervention Spec II

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Public Health

Job Classification Title

Publ Hlth Disease Intervention Spec II (S)

Position Number

60039835

Grade

MH09

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist II position performs advanced professional work to prevent and control the spread of HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and other communicable diseases through field investigations, case management, and specimen collection. The role includes identifying and locating high-priority cases and contacts, coordinating with military, federal, and state officials for special populations, and ensuring timely testing and treatment.

This position serves as lead workers by managing complex cases, providing technical guidance to staff, and delivering training to health professionals on sensitive disease intervention procedures, including phlebotomy. Work requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders and adherence to public health laws and protocols across multiple counties.

This position reports to a regional supervisor and involves travel to varied and non-traditional settings.

Key Duties Include:
- Conduct advanced field investigations to identify and locate individuals at risk for HIV or sexually transmitted infections.
- Perform phlebotomy (drawing blood) and ensure proper specimen handling for diagnostic testing.
- Manage complex or sensitive cases and ensure timely referral for examination and treatment.
- Coordinate with military, federal, and state officials to maintain cooperative agreements for disease control among special populations.
- Provide technical guidance and consultation to lower-level staff on casework activities and intervention strategies.
- Deliver training to health department staff and community medical professionals on disease procedures, treatment techniques, counseling standards, and phlebotomy practices.
- Analyze highly confidential medical records and epidemiologic data to prioritize follow-up activities and improve intervention outcomes.
- Advise healthcare providers on appropriate treatment, counseling, and partner referral services in accordance with CDC guidelines.
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports to support case management and program evaluation.
- Establish and sustain effective working relationships with clients, healthcare providers, and community organizations to facilitate disease prevention efforts.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $43,950.00 - $65,926.00

Recruitment Range: $43,950.00 - $60,275.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. 
 
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: 

  • Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining consulting relationships with health care and other human services professionals. 

  • Working and current knowledge of HIV, STI’s COVID-19 and other infectious diseases including their symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, analysis, compilations, prevention, and epidemiology.

  • Extensive experience delivering clear, concise oral presentations and producing detailed written reports for diverse audiences, including healthcare providers, public health officials, and community organizations, with a proven record of meeting established deadlines and quality standards.

  • Must have proven experience of working successfully among culturally diverse populations, high crime and highly sensitive communities. 

  • Experienced in the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local public health laws, rules and regulations, which are applicable to sexually transmitted disease and related issues, express ideas clearly, concisely and sensitively in oral and written form.

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.

This Position Is 100% Federally Funded.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to drive vehicle and to work independently in non-handicapped accessible areas.

  • Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH):

The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About the Communicable Disease Branch:

The Communicable Disease Branch strives to protect and improve the health of people in North Carolina through disease detection, tracking, investigation, control, education, prevention and care activities to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from communicable diseases that are a significant threat to the public. The Communicable Disease Branch works with the public, local health departments and other public health agencies, healthcare professionals, educators, businesses, communities and healthcare facilities to ensure that North Carolina is prepared to respond to any communicable disease situation that affects the people who live, work and visit here.

Compensation and Benefits: 

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits

Supplemental Contact Information: 

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. 

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. 

               

Application Process 

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

  • Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. 

  • Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers. 

  • If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. 

  • Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust"will besubject to a criminal background check. 

  • Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. 

  • Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. 

  • For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. 

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference 

  • Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. 

  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 

  • Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

CONTACT INFORMATION 

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist, including one year in the same program area

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tresha Walker

Email:

[email protected]

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