Communicable Disease Specialist Supervisor

• Provides direct supervision, guidance and other training and/or instruction to STD team, including issuing work assignments, providing real-time feedback and managing staff workloads.

• Ensures implementation of timely disease intervention strategies to decrease disease prevalence in the community and leads STI team to meet state and/or federal benchmarks.
• Creates and maintains a high-performance environment characterized by positive leadership and strong communication.
• Motivates staff to improve quantity and quality of work performed and provides training and development opportunities as appropriate.
• Provides consultation via technical guidance and evidence-based education regarding STI testing and treatment to internal and external audiences, including clinical providers and community partners.

• Supports the collection, analysis, and surveillance of data regarding communicable diseases with a focus on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV.
• Supports management of STD program grant deliverables, including maintaining records on program activities and completing state reports as indicated.

• Works closely with the District’s HIV Prevention section to foster coordination of partner services and linkage to care between interdisciplinary staff.
• Adheres to established policies on privacy and security for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and related policies and regulations.

• Completes timely review of the department’s documented partner services interviews and provides timely updates to supervisor as indicated.
• Conducts and/or directs home visits and other types of field investigations for people at risk for STIs/HIV including locating hard to reach clients and connecting them to care.
• Participate in local and/or state meetings as indicated. 
• Performs pre and post-test HIV counseling and point-of-care testing on patients and contacts as indicated. 
• Participate in community screenings, health fairs, and pop-up events throughout the district as needed. 
• Assists in emergency preparedness response efforts as needed. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in biological or health science from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience in a related area

Employee Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Additional Support Programs:

• Physical activity breaks 
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Employee discounts

No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.

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 DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. 

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