Communicable Disease Investigator

Yamhill County   Mcminnville , OR   Full-time
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Communicable Disease Investigator (HS Specialist I)

 
Salary 
$4,163.99 - $5,448.93 Monthly
Location 
McMinnville, OR
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Department
Health and Human Services
Job Number
PH22-176
 
 
Closing
12/5/2022 3:00 PM Pacific
Yamhill County has one regular full-time position for a communicable disease investigator to perform investigations, contact tracing, counseling, and educational work in the enforcement of public health laws, rules and regulations that govern HIV disease, sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, and other communicable diseases, and to perform related work.

This position is eligible for hybrid work with some on-site requirements. 

The Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in social sciences, community health, health administration, or related field is required in addition to experience working with the public, conducting health related field investigations, community outreach, or case management. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working with various socioeconomic groups performing counseling or health education services and working with communicable diseases or epidemiological data related to communicable diseases.
 
Special Requirements:
The State of Oregon requires all Health Services and Clinic employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exemption to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exemption prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exemption will lead to withdrawal of the job offer.
 
The Candidate:
The successful candidate will have experience working in a medical field, doing case investigation work and/or interviewing or counseling clients on sensitive topics in addition to excellent skills in organization, paperwork management, and communication – both verbally and in writing. The candidate will also have typing and computer proficiency and will be dependable, organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to interact with coworkers, clients, and the public in a courteous, professional manner.
 
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.  
 
In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants:  
  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); and 
  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
The Benefits:
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits effective the first year of employment:
  • 15 paid holidays per year.
  • 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).
  • PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions. 
  • Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $58.53/month for current plan year. *
 Additional benefits for HHS employees: 
  • $500 and 40 hours of paid time annually for professional development/training.  
  • $200 annually toward required license and/or certification fees.
  • HRSA/NHSC approved site with many loan repayment opportunities available.
  • Qualifying employer for public service student loan forgiveness. 
  • Most positions are eligible to accrue overtime.*
 *Subject to the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader) (7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023).  


Our Community
Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country.   Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg.  Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within close proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains.  Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available.   We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.
 
Required Information
Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
 
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits.  Any documents submitted with the application that include this identifying information will not be accepted with the application.
 
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.
 
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.
 
Veterans’ Preference
Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with application. For the form and information for this process please click here (Download PDF reader). (Download PDF reader)
 
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.
 
Status of your application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.
 
 
 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Minimum Experience and Training/Other Requirements

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Work Environment/Physical Demands

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Yamhill County

Mcminnville , OR