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Hourly Communicable Disease Specialist

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Hourly Communicable Disease Specialist (10624)

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

LOCATION: North Health Center
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
SALARY INFORMATION:  $25.00 Hourly / Pay Grade TPW / Job Code T7001

Requirements

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. Performs reporting and surveillance activities as well as conduct data collection and analysis. Prepares documentation of all communicable disease case investigations occurring within the district.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in medical and preventative services from an accredited college or university AND Two years of experience in a related area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant must possess a strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STD’s.  Experience in conducting outreach and disease intervention. Completions of ISTDI and or ASTDI and Pass Port Case Management skills and Phlebotomy are a plus.NOTE:  Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. 
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. 
 
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov. 


 DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Date Posted
03/25/2026
Job Reference
2024-09229
Organization
District 3-5 County Position
Location
DeKalb County, GA
Category
Disease Prevention
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