Lead Publ Hlth Disease Intervention Spec II

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist II position performs advanced professional work to prevent and control the spread of HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and other communicable diseases through field investigations, case management, and specimen collection. The role includes identifying and locating high‑priority cases and contacts, coordinating with military, federal, and state officials for special populations, and ensuring timely testing and treatment. This position serves as lead worker by managing complex cases, providing technical guidance to staff, and delivering training to health professionals on sensitive disease intervention procedures, including phlebotomy. Work requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders and adherence to public health laws and protocols across multiple counties. The position reports to a regional supervisor and involves travel to varied and non‑traditional settings.

Key Duties

• Conduct advanced field investigations to identify and locate individuals at risk for HIV or sexually transmitted infections.
• Perform phlebotomy (drawing blood) and ensure proper specimen handling for diagnostic testing.
• Manage complex or sensitive cases and ensure timely referral for examination and treatment.
• Coordinate with military, federal, and state officials to maintain cooperative agreements for disease control among special populations.
• Provide technical guidance and consultation to lower‑level staff on casework activities and intervention strategies.
• Deliver training to health department staff and community medical professionals on disease procedures, treatment techniques, counseling standards, and phlebotomy practices.
• Analyze highly confidential medical records and epidemiologic data to prioritize follow‑up activities and improve intervention outcomes.
• Advise healthcare providers on appropriate treatment, counseling, and partner referral services in accordance with CDC guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports to support case management and program evaluation.
• Establish and sustain effective working relationships with clients, healthcare providers, and community organizations to facilitate disease prevention efforts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Management Preferences

• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining consulting relationships with health care and other human services professionals.
• Working and current knowledge of HIV, STI’s, COVID‑19 and other infectious diseases including their symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, follow‑up, analysis, compilations, prevention, and epidemiology.
• Extensive experience delivering clear, concise oral presentations and producing detailed written reports for diverse audiences, including healthcare providers, public health officials, and community organizations, with a proven record of meeting established deadlines and quality standards.
• Must have proven experience of working successfully among culturally diverse populations, high crime and highly sensitive communities.
• Experienced in the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local public health laws, rules and regulations, which are applicable to sexually transmitted disease and related issues, and able to express ideas clearly, concisely and sensitively in oral and written form.

Salary

MH09 Salary Grade Range: $43,950.00 - $65,926.00

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to drive vehicle and to work independently in non‑handicapped accessible areas.
• Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high‑quality, low‑cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH)

The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About the Communicable Disease Branch

The Communicable Disease Branch strives to protect and improve the health of people in North Carolina through disease detection, tracking, investigation, control, education, prevention and care activities to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from communicable diseases that are a significant threat to the public. The Branch works with the public, local health departments and other public health agencies, healthcare professionals, educators, businesses, communities and healthcare facilities to ensure that North Carolina is prepared to respond to any communicable disease situation that affects the people who live, work and visit here.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.