PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4727469) Apply  PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR Salary $16.29 - $30.78 Hourly Location 8000 N. Stadium Job Type Full Time Job Number 35541 Department Houston Health Department Division DPC - Epidemiology Opening Date 11/13/2024 Closing Date 11/20/2024 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED PN: 35541 Division: Public Health Science and Surveillance Section: Outbreak Management Location: 9250 Kirby Drive Workday & Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm *SUBJECT TO CHANGE DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Houston Health Department (HHD) seeks a Public Health Investigator for the Outbreak Management Unit to support outbreak response activities of re-emerging and emerging infectious diseases of public health significance as prioritized by the HHD. This position requires active participation in public health intervention activities including, but not limited to, conducting interviews and counseling, and case finding, contact tracing and outreach. Includes collaboration with local public/private stakeholders. Job duties and responsibility of this position include the following: + Supports outbreak investigations in high-risk congregate living settings. + Supports investigations of unusual clusters of cases, especially if the transmission dynamics, disease course, and disease severity are concerning and not fully understood. + Supports investigation of novel or emerging infectious diseases that may pose significant risks for severe disease, hospitalization, or death. + Assists in any other operational areas of need (e.g., coordination of support services). WORKING CONDITIONS The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires a high school diploma or a GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Two years of experience with public contact in the social service or public health field or in a high-volume customer service environment are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving. PREFERENCES **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES If yes, this position may subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUNDS Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE: 12 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm. or call 832-393-4888. If you have questions, need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-4888. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 Are you a current City of Houston employee in the Houston Health Department? + Yes + No 03 If you answered yes in the question above, please provide your employee number. 04 Do you hold a Texas Driver's License? + Yes + No 05 Which best describes your education? + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree or Beyond + None of the above 06 How many years of experience do you have of public contact in the social service or public health field or in a high-volume customer service environment? + Less than 1 year of experience + 1 year but less than 2 years of experience + 2 years but less than 3 years of experience + 3 years but less than 4 years of experience + More than 4 years of experience + I have no experience 07 Are you willing to work the following: (Check all that apply) + Make after hour phone calls and/or field visits + Work in vulnerable neighborhoods + Work nontraditional days/hours (i.e., weekends, holidays, or late hours + None of the above 08 Do you have experience working with databases, web-based data systems, electronic medical record systems and search engines? + Yes + No 09 Please list the notifiable communicable diseases that you're familiar with. 10 Please indicate your "highest" level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other PC Programs). + BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail. + INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message. + ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel, delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar. + EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars. + No Experience 11 Is there anything preventing you from viewing patient medical records? If yes, please briefly describe why below. 12 Have you ever participated in an emergency response? If so, briefly describe below. 13 Please indicate languages other than English in which you are fluent (Reading, Writing, and/or Speaking). Check all that apply. + Spanish + French + Vietnamese + Korean + Chinese (Mandarin) + Other Required Question