PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR MANAGER

Job Description:

PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR MANAGER

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW


Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
PN: 37462
Division: Public Health Branch
Section: Bureau of HIV/STI & Viral Hepatitis Prevention
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.*
*Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides overall direction to the STI field Investigative and Congenital Syphilis team.
• Provides direct supervision and coordinates work of supervisors in the STI program.
• Conducts performance evaluations of Public Health Investigator Supervisors (PHI Supervisors) and conducts appropriate career conferences and direction for professional development of PHI Supervisors
• Provides administrative oversight and programmatic support to ensure STI program performance goals are measurable, meaningful, and effective.
• Updates and/or develops program policies and procedures and sets program work priorities for STI program.
• Evaluates program outcomes and reports to Deputy Assistant Director regarding overall work progress and needs of the STI program.
• Routinely evaluates and monitors STI programmatic areas and expends reports to determine areas for improvement.
• Develops and ensures implementation of appropriate STI training needs for DIS staff.
• Provides quality assurance activities to the STI program.
• Meet with DSHS consultants monthly and/or quarterly to go over STI programmatic indicators, processes, and stay abreast of DSHS STI procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Physical Science, Public Health, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six (6) years of experience in the public health field are required.

Pertinent professional experience in the public health field may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
•Working knowledge of STI (history, epidemiological profile, transmission, prevention, and treatment)
•Demonstrated experience working in the STI treatment field.
•Excellent written, oral, presentation, facilitation and interpersonal skills
•Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to work comfortably with communities highly impacted by STI/ HIV.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No

Pay Grade 26

SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUND POSITION
Grants & Special fund positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4882.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-4882). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 11/24/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$3,783.90 - $4,143.55 Biweekly