Disease Intervention Specialist Posting Begin Date: 2025/02/12 Posting End Date: 2025/02/26 Category: Health Education Sub Category: Public Health Work Type: Full Time Location: Caldwell, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 25.79 Maximum Salary: 30.34 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description NOTICE: Effective Spring 2025, in lieu of participating in Social Security, SWDH employees will benefit from a mandatory 401(a) retirement plan. + Vision : A Healthier Southwest Idaho. + Mission : To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho. + Values : Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make. Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public? Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting aDisease Intervention Specialist (Program Specialist)to join the dedicated group of public health professionals in thePublic Health Emergency Preparedness and Epidemiology Response (PHEPER) unit within the Division of Environmental and Community Health. As aDisease Intervention Specialist (DIS)and public health employee, you will serve an active role in improving the health of your community. As part of a small, but mighty team, you will investigate diseases from the Idaho Reportable Disease List to comply with IDAPA 16.02.10 within the SWDH region. The position will also be responsible for the contact tracing, disease monitoring, and coordination of partner services to ensure medical treatment. In addition, this position will support and augment the work being done by the SWDH epidemiology team. If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. This position may include a teleworking option from within Idaho. This is a limited-service position. Length of Limited-Service appointments are defined as appointments tied to funding for a specific program, grant or project that is not indefinite in nature. Excellent Benefits This budgeted, regular full-time, limited-service position offer a competitive benefits package including PERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/docs/members/PERSI-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf) with a lifetime benefit! + Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) (Employee-only PPO coverage at $65/month for medical/vision and $11.82/month for dental; low-cost options for family members. Free High Deductible Health Plan for employees; low-cost for dependents.) + Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) (FREE basic coverage; paid supplemental options for employees and dependents.) + 11 paid holidays , generous vacation, and sick leave accrual starting immediately. (Holiday pay and accruals are prorated based on hours worked.) + Mandatory 401(a) retirement program with 12.4% combined contributions + Optional 401(k) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/choice-401k-plan/active-members/) and 457 (https://www.idahodc.com/rsc-web-preauth/index.html) Saving Plans + Wellness Programs (https://ogi.idaho.gov/be-healthy/) + Flexible and family-supported policies, including 8 weeks paid parental leave + Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays + In-house fitness room and outdoor walking path + Ongoing internal and external training opportunities + Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) and Tuition Reimbursement! + Easy commute with reverse traffic flow from Boise to Caldwell Our generous benefits package boosts total compensation for full-time Program Specialist (DIS), transforming the base pay range from $25.79 - $30.34/hour to an estimated total compensation value, including benefits, of $37.79 - $43.35/hour, showcasing our investment in your well-being and professional growth. Typical Duties: Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position. + Interview cases, contacts, and community members about behaviors contributing to disease transmission. + Track exposed individuals, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other federal and state guidelines. + Facilitate testing and treatment for close contacts with medical providers. + Provide education to patients and communities to prevent disease transmission. + Assist epidemiologists with outbreak investigations, electronic case reviews, and data analysis. + Enter case information into the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System and evaluate surveillance systems. + Create and distribute educational and informational materials for disease intervention. + Generate situational awareness reports during outbreaks and assist with Health Alert Network messages. + Keep up to date with local, national, and international disease trends and outbreaks. Minimum Qualifications: You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. Minimum Qualifications (MQ): + Some knowledge of: - Management practices - Program or project planning and implementation “Some knowledge” typically means applicants should have knowledge similar to that of an apprentice or beginner, which can be gained through either 2-4 relevant college courses, 6 months to 2 years of entry-level related work experience, or a combination of coursework and experience demonstrating the necessary knowledge. + Approximately 6 months of related work experience developing and evaluating policies and procedures. MQ Specialty : + Valid Driver’s License + Good knowledge of: - State and federal laws and regulations regarding the confidentiality and safeguarding of citizen and governmental information - MS Office, marketing computer software and online applications (CRM tools, Online analytics, Google Analytics, etc.) “Good knowledge” typically means applicants should possess journeyman level expertise, which can be gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above. + Approximately 1-2 years of related work experience in the following areas: - Experience utilizing problem solving strategies as a responsibility of the job - Compiling and analyzing information and/or data and writing reports and/or correspondence in a work setting - Providing customer service - Technical writing and communication strategies - Reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance - Developing complex spreadsheets and performing mathematical calculations - Using database management systems for tracking and reporting - Presenting information, both verbally and in writing, to both technically and non-technically oriented audiences - Assessing training needs and evaluating courses and instructors to meet those needs. Supplemental Information: Who May Apply Individuals who meet all the “MQ’s” and “MQ Specialties” listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting. How to Apply Log in to your https://statecareers.idaho.gov/ account, find this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints. SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, age, or disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodation to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodation or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Human Resource Office at 208.455.5318. NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance. To learn more about Southwest District Health, please visit SWDH.id.gov . If you would like to become a part of our team, we encourage you to apply. If you have questions about this position, please contact us at: Email: [email protected] Phone: 208.455.5318