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Communicable Disease Investigator I, II, or III - FHS/133

RSORG-25 Grant Funded Until 6/30/26

WILL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT & COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

Job Posted: 10/08/24

Division
Family Health Services

Job Summary
Candidate will conduct investigations, surveillance, prevention, and control of communicable and non-communicable diseases of public health. Areas of importance will be vaccine-preventable diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, bloodborne pathogens, foodborne diseases, waterborne diseases, airborne diseases, vector-borne diseases, zoonotic diseases, healthcare-associated infections, and emerging infectious diseases. Assist in Outbreak Investigations through data collection, case interviews, contact tracing, education, and prevention. Schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Communicable Disease Investigator I
Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, 
Epidemiology, Nursing, or Science with one (1) year of experience in communicable disease investigation and epidemiology.  
 
Communicable Disease Investigator II
Accredited Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, or Science, OR Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, or biological Science with two (2) years’ experience in communicable disease investigation and epidemiology.
 
Communicable Disease Investigator III
Accredited Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, or Science with two (2) years’ experience in communicable disease investigation and epidemiology. 
 
REQUIREMENTS
Verification of U.S. citizenship or employment eligibility. Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License, with minimum auto liability insurance.
 
DESIRED
Bilingual in Spanish. Experience working with congregate settings, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.

Salary Range

CD Investigator I: Grade 12 Hourly Wages ($23.98 – $34.73)
CD Investigator II: Grade 13 Hourly Wages ($26.64 – $38.59)
CD Investigator III: Grade 14 Hourly Wages ($29.61 – $42.88)

Disclaimer

I certify that answers/information given herein are true, complete and accurate. I understand that any omission or misrepresentation of information may be sufficient cause for rejection of this application or, if employment has commenced, grounds for immediate dismissal. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I hereby authorize any schools that I have attended, current and previous employers, and organizations named in this application to provide the County of Will with any information that may be requested to make an employment decision. I hereby specifically waive written notice from any and all former employers regarding their disclosure to the County of Will of any information including disciplinary action. I understand that if I am offered employment, it is contingent upon satisfactorily passing a physical examination and/or drug test prior to placement in the position for which I have applied when such tests are required. I specifically authorize law enforcement agencies to release any records of prior criminal convictions and/or pending felony charges it may have or may obtain from other sources to the County of Will. I hereby release the County of Will and other agencies from any and all actions and claims that may be sustained by me from the release and use of the information. I understand and agree that in the absence of an express written agreement to the contrary executed by the employer, any employment I accept shall be for an indefinite term and shall be terminable at any time, with or without notice or cause, either by me or at the will and sole discretion of the employer. I have read or had read to me and understand the above statement. For purposes of this electronic form, my typed name in the signature box represents my signature. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SIGNATURES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.

APPLY BY:

11/4/24

DATE POSTED:
10/25/24​ – FHS/133

Contact:
Stacey J. Knack, M.B.A.
Director of Human Resources
Will County Health Department
501 Ella Avenue Joliet, IL 60433
Fax (815) 727-8526​

Download the Adobe PDF application below, complete, and fax it to (815) 727-8526 or email to jgodfrey@willcountyhealth.org. Please include your resume with the job application.