What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communicable Disease Investigator Senior position at Maricopa?
Posting Date
09/16/26Application Deadline
09/18/26Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $28.00 - $33.50 hourlyFull Pay Range: $28.00 - $39.00 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public HealthAbout the Position
Are you committed to serving your community?
As a Communicable Disease Investigator Senior, you will play an important role in our efforts to reduce the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Maricopa County! We will count on you to conduct case investigations, including identifying and interviewing contacts and providing testing recommendations and education to clients, medical providers, the community, and staff.
About Us
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to theMaricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of experience conducting health field investigations, community outreach, and/or case management
Bachelor's degree in health promotion, public health, medical technology, health sciences, or a health-related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Experience conducting confidential case investigations and patient interviews related to the transmission of communicable diseases
Venipuncture experience
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Job Contributions
Performs complex case investigations and interviews to determine disease origin and method of contraction through contact with physicians, hospitals, and healthcare providers
Conducts a full range of investigational activities for chronic and communicable diseases
Interviews patients to obtain epidemiological information and determine contacts; may include conducting home visits and patient referrals to medical providers for diagnosis, treatment, and care
Provides guidance to investigative staff for improving case investigation techniques and strategies, and trains new staff
Leads a team of Communicable Disease Investigators in performing community outreach activities targeting high-risk communities, locations, and events
Collects specimens and submits samples for laboratory testing
Working Conditions
Position requires extensive fieldwork in diverse communities, including driving to various locations within Maricopa County, in all weather conditions, walking long distances, climbing stairs, and reacting quickly to potentially unsafe situations
May be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness, humidity, respiratory hazards, vibration, moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises
Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire
Requires travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding use of a County or private vehicle on County business
Mileage reimbursement is available
Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency
Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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Salary : $28 - $34