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Senior Communicable Disease Investigator-26576304


 
The Health and Human Services Agency is currently accepting applications for

Senior Communicable Disease Investigator

 
Interviews and job offers will take place beginning the week of June 15, 2026.   


This position is eligible for appointment at Step 1, $71,032.00 annually. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5. 

Future Salary Increases

** June 2026 – 4.26% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 0.76% Market Adjustment) 

** June 2027 – 3.76% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 0.76% Market Adjustment) 



Public Health Services (PHS) has an immediate opening for a Senior Communicable Disease Investigator in the HIV, STD, and Hepatitis Branch. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting complex communicable disease investigations; performing interviews of cases and contacts; documenting activities in surveillance system; providing mentoring to less experienced investigators; and assisting with outbreak investigations. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other PHS areas.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience with communicable disease investigations as a lead or mentor
 • Knowledge of community resources for HIV and STIs 
 • Experience mentoring employees in the areas of HIV counseling and testing, partner services, or STD/HIV disease investigation
 • Strong interpersonal skills to provide feedback and development of plans for complicated or difficult cases
 • Proven ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
 • Strong organizational and prioritization skills
 • Flexibility with changing work situations
 • Perform assignments with minimal supervision and utilize sound judgment in making decisions
 • Communication of potential risk and assist with mitigation of risk

Please click here for a complete job description of Senior Communicable Disease Investigator, including essential functions, examples of qualifying education/experience, working conditions, etc. 

To learn more about Public Health Services of the Health and Human Services Agency, see the Strategic Plan:  HHSA Strategic Plan 2024-26.


Hiring and Timeline

  • Job Offer and Background Process begins June 15, 2026.  Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. 
  • Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
  • Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.


If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.



Minimum Qualifications

  1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university in a behavioral, social, natural science, or a closely related field; AND, two (2) years of specialized investigative experience in the enforcement of communicable disease laws, rules and regulations; OR,
  2. One (1) year of work experience as a Communicable Disease Investigator in the County of San Diego; OR,
  3. Six (6) years of work experience in communicable disease investigations.

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments.  This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
 
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview.  Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
     
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.


Condition Of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation Process

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.


Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov)

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Date Posted
04/28/2026
Job Reference
26576304
Organization
Health & Human Serv Agcy, Public Health Services
Location
San Diego, CA
Category
Disease Prevention
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