What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Representative III - Baltimore City Health Department position at City of Baltimore, MD?
POSTING DATE: 2/25/2025
SALARY RANGE: $62,454.00 - $78,048.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
CLASS DESCRIPTION
A Public Health Representative III completes complex investigation work to prevent of the spread of sexually transmitted diseases or Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) by identifying and counseling people who have been exposed to such diseases and motivating them to be promptly examined and treated. Work of this class involves lead duties or responsibilities.
Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in homes, health clinics and communities where there is possible exposure to contagious diseases and undesirable environments. Work requires minimal physical exertion.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
AND
EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience performing investigative work.
EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience performing investigative work.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:
Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read, understand, retain and transmit information about sexually transmitted diseases.
- Ability to motivate others to reveal personal information and seek medical treatment.
- Ability to work effectively with people of diverse sexual orientation and ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Ability to provide and obtain information from people who may be reluctant to communicate and are hostile.
- Ability to communicate effectively with health care providers and a diverse population in the community.
- Ability to be non-judgmental and keep sensitive information confidential.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to relay and obtain sensitive and personal information in a professional manner.
- Ability to educate others concerning sexually transmitted diseases.
- Ability to prepare reports and document STD investigations.
- Ability to operate a personal computer.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:
https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I via email at
Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov
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Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
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Salary : $62,454 - $78,048
