What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Communicable Disease Investigator position at County of San Diego?
Job Summary
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for the position of
SUPERVISING COMMUNICABLE DISEASE INVESTIGATOR
Interviews and job offers will take place beginning the week of January 26, 2026.
County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for step placement in accordance with Comp Ord 1.3.5.
** June 2026 – 4.8% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board 1.3% Market Adjustment)
** June 2027 – 4.3% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board 1.3% Market Adjustment)
Public Health Services has an immediate opening for Supervising Communicable Disease Investigator. Incumbent will be responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating the work of Communicable Disease Investigators and other staff members engaged in communicable disease investigations.
This complete job description includes essential functions, required certifications, working conditions, essential physical characteristics, etc.
HIRING TIMELINE AND DATES
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins in January 26, 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.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
2. Any combination of higher education and investigative experience in the enforcement of communicable disease laws, rules, and regulations in a position comparable to Communicable Disease Investigator in the County of San Diego, totaling seven (7) years.
NOTE: A State of California Phlebotomy License is required within six (6) months of employment.
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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. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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