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Disease Data Collection Specialist II - ACDC (Promotional only) & Disease Surveillance


The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) announces an examination process to create an eligibility list to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Disease Data Collection  Specialist II in the Department of Disease Surveillance and one (1) vacancy in the Acute Communicable Disease Control. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for these classifications for up to four (4) months. 

Responsible for  performing a variety of routine tasks related to collecting, processing, and entering disease surveillance data and information for the Southern Nevada Health District’s (District) Disease Surveillance and Control Division.

The current vacancies are in ACDC and Disease Surveillance.

Disease Surveillance vacancy - This recruitment will close on or before the closing date listed above once a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. This vacancy works in a correctional/jail setting supporting linkage for individuals experiencing substance use disorder and/or people living with HIV.   This position will provide supportive services including HIV testing, overdose prevention education, and referral to community partners. Candidates must be able to successfully complete appropriate background screenings. 


ACDC vacancy - This vacancy is open to current SNHD employees only 

This position works primarily in an office setting. The primary work includes processing incoming disease reports with data entry into and retrieval from various SNHD and external partner electronic systems. Additionally, provides education to medical facilities both by phone and in-person regarding reportable diseases and conditions. Expected to handle more complex/challenging issues than DDCS I at completion of training period. 





Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years' experience as a DDCS I and the ability to conduct low-level investigations and surveillance activities independently; OR
  • Three (3) years' experience working with populations at high risk for communicable diseases or other high-risk populations; OR
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in behavioral science, psychology, biology, microbiology, medicine, or a related field.
  • Clinical office experience and knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Laboratory Assistant license within six (6) months of employment.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Nevada Driver license within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications
Disease Surveillance vacancy
  • Outreach or public health experience preferred
  • Linkage navigator experience or familiarity with community services navigation preferred
ACDC vacancy
  • Experience in reviewing medical charts and/or chart abstraction for data entry.
  • Experience with general office software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite(Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
  1. Completed Employment Application
  2. Supplemental Question(s)
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Structured Panel Interview - Best Qualified Candidates  (Weighted 100%) 
Disease Surveillance Interviews
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026
ACDC Interviews
Thursday, March 26, 2026

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule through the SNHD online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment process for this position will take place on the date(s) listed above.  All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be available  in person, and/or via Teams, and make themselves available to participate in the assessment process at any time on the date(s) listed above.
The selection process will begin with an employment application screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. SNHD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department in writing at the time of application.  
 
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test.   Please see the job description to view the physical requirements.  SNHD reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

NOTE:  E-mail communications will be sent from senders with the extension @snhd.org, info@governmentjobs.com, and noreply@governmentjobs.com   You may need to adjust your spam blocker to ensure you receive e-mail notifications from SNHD.
Date Posted
03/03/2026
Job Reference
26-17-MAR-E-LP
Organization
Disease Surveillance & Control, Disease Surveillance
Location
Southern Nevada Health District, NV
Category
Data Science
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