Communicable Disease Specialist

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan ERS GSEPS

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a Communicable Disease Specialist I to gather, analyze, and monitor data on communicable diseases within a health district. Under supervision, you will help implement timely disease intervention strategies to reduce prevalence and protect community health.

Qualified applicants typically hold an associate degree with related experience or RN licensure, and must meet state verification and pre-employment screening requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 2 years related experience; or 4 years in a medical-related field; or RN license with 1 year nursing experience.
• DPH verifies degrees/credentials with CHEA/DOE.
• Pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, gathers, analyzes and monitors data regarding communicable diseases within a health district.
• Ensures implementation of timely disease intervention strategies to decrease prevalence of such diseases.

Skills

Data analysis

Public health

Communicable diseases

Education

Associate degree

RN license

Job description

Pay Grade: I

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Who We Are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility– Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

• Under general supervision, gathers, analyzes and monitors data regarding communicable diseases within a health district.
• Ensures implementation of timely disease intervention strategies to decrease the prevalence of such diseases.

Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in a related area; or four (4) years of experience in a medical-related field; or licensure as a registered nurse and one (1) year of nursing experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Communicable Disease Spec 1 (HCP080) or position equivalent.

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email [e-mail].

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.