Public Health Communicable Disease Investigator

County of Imperial; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Imperial seeks a journey-level Public Health Investigator to perform professional and technical activities in communicable disease prevention, surveillance, and control. You will conduct case investigations, contact tracing, and provide education and resources to patients and providers, supporting outbreak response within Imperial County.

Under supervision, you will apply public health principles and local protocols, maintain records, and collaborate with healthcare partners.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12) grade, supplemented by college-level coursework in public health, health science, nursing, biology, social service, epidemiology, health education, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a healthcare or public health setting.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct case investigations and contact tracing for communicable diseases.
• Provide education, technical assistance, and resources to individuals, providers, and community organizations.
• Support outbreak investigations and response activities.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Public health surveillance

Case investigations

Contact tracing

Education outreach

Education

High school diploma plus coursework in public health or related field

Job description

County of Imperial seeks a journey-level Public Health Investigator to perform professional and technical activities in communicable disease prevention, surveillance, and control. You will conduct case investigations, contact tracing, and provide education and resources to patients and providers, supporting outbreak response within Imperial County.

Under supervision, you will apply public health principles and local protocols, maintain records, and collaborate with healthcare partners.