PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR SPECIALIST

PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR SPECIALISTPrint ()ApplyPUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR SPECIALISTSalary$2,340.42 - $2,551.36 BiweeklyLocation8000 N. StadiumJob TypeFull TimeJob Number34953DepartmentHouston Health DepartmentDivisionPHB - HIV / STD / ViralOpening Date01 / 07 / 2025Closing Date1 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM CentralDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsPOSITION OVERVIEWApplications Accepted From : Departmental OnlyPN : 35748Division : Public Health Branch (PHB)Section : TB ControlLocation : 8000 N. STADIUM BR. 6TH FLOORWorkdays & Hours : Monday - Friday 8-5

• Subject to changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms disease intervention activities relating to the control of communicable disease among residents of the city. Leads, coordinates, and facilitates comprehensive quality administration of QuantiFERON Gold Test (QFT) (in congregate settings / other appropriate venues). Collects specimen for Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) and refers clients for 3HP regimen.Interviews and re-interviews of all new reported tuberculosis case / suspects to identify contacts with emphasis on high priority contacts (children less than 5 years old and immunosuppressed). Makes field visits for contact investigation follow up including administering QFT / TB skin test according to guidelines. Schedules appointments for contacts needing MD evaluation.Delivers and supervises patients taking medication for the treatment of TB and TB Infection (TBI), including sputum collection, visual acuity according to guidelines. Immediately documents doses delivered and supervised after each field visit, toxicity checks, sputum collection forms, control order forms, mileage reports, itineraries and all pertinent information correctly in the field records.Reports problems immediately by telephone and follows up with supervisor. Communicates with providers to facilitate and expedite TB patient care. Schedules clinic appointments, obtains medical evaluation results, and follows up with providers as needed. Meets with supervisor for patient case conferences.Assists PHI Supervisor in the training of new PHI and other personnel involved in disease intervention activities relating to the Communicable Disease Control Program. Assists PHI Supervisor in managing uncooperative patients.Accepts special assignments to provide services to community and governmental agencies; including the Harris County Jail system. Participates in the Department’s and or Bureau’s Initiatives as activated or assigned to promote public health (AIM, Project Saving Smiles, Project One Sight, HIP-HOP, etc.)WORKING CONDITIONSThe position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etcMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Physical Science, Public Health or a closely related field.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThree (3) year of experience in the public health field is required.Pertinent professional experience in the public health field may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.LICENSE REQUIREMENTSRequires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.PREFERENCESPreference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.GENERAL INFORMATIONSELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDNone. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION : YESIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he / she must pass an assigned drug test.SALARY INFORMATIONGRANT FUNDED POSITIONGrants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.Pay Grade 20APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at : www.houstontx.gov.To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 832-393-4885.If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-4885 (TTY 7-1-1).If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.EOE Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include : MedicalDentalVisionWellnessSupplemental InsuranceLife insuranceLong-term disabilityRetirement pension457 deferred compensation planEmployee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year11 city holidays, plus one floating holidayCompensable Sick LeavePersonal LeaveFlexible schedulesHybrid-Telework for eligible positionsProfessional development opportunitiesTransportation / parking planSection 125 pretax deductionsDependent Care Reimbursement PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness LeavesHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountFor plan details, visit 01Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?YesNo02Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?A high school diploma or GEDAn Associate's degree in social sciences, physical sciences, or public healthBachelor's degree or beyond in social sciences, physical sciences or public healthNone of the Above03Which of the following best describes your level of verifiable professional experience in Public Health?Less than one (1) year experienceAt least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years experienceAt least two (2) years, but less than three (3) years experienceAt least three (3) years, but less than four (4) yearsAt least four (4) years, but less than five (5) yearsMore than five (5) years experienceNo experience04Are you a City of Houston employee?YesNo05Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo06Please indicate years of experience in public contact, in the social services or public health field that you haveLess than one (1) yearOne (1) to two (2) yearsThree (3) to five (5) yearsMore than five (5) years07Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).BEGINNER : Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail.INTERMEDIATE : Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete e-mail messages.ADVANCED : Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel. delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.EXPERT : Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars.No Experience08Do you have a minimum of two years of experience leading a team of three or more staff?YesNo09Do you have the ability to work comfortably with communities highly impacted by HIV including but not limited to LGBTQ individuals, gender non-conforming individuals, people who inject drugs, etc.?YesNo10Do you have demonstrated experience working with healthcare providers?YesNo11Do you have a working knowledge of Tuberculous prevention, treatment, sociopolitical issues?YesNo12Are you comfortable conducting field activities, meeting with doctor offices and educating them on service linkage activities?YesNo13Below please write to describe your professional communication style when interacting with internal and external customers.14How many verifiable years of experience do you have extracting data from medical records?Less than one (1) yearOne (1) to two (2) yearsThree (3) to five (5) yearsMore than five (5) years15Which abilities do you possess? (Check all that apply)Ability to handle and prioritize multiple, diverse assignmentsAbility to plan and carry out complex, multidisciplinary projectsAbility to navigate within and among diverse institutions with competing prioritiesNone of the aboveRequired Question