Communicable Disease Investigator-26573506
Salary
$68,619.20 - $84,281.60 Annually
Location
County of San Diego, CA
Job Type
Regular - Full time
Job Number
26573506
Department
Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division
Public Health Services
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
The Health and Human Services Agency is seeking qualified individuals for the position of:
Communicable Disease Investigator
Interviews will take place beginning the week of September 8, 2026.
Job offer will take place the week of September 28, 2026.
Selected candidates will be hired at Step 1 $68,619.20 of the salary range.
County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Compensation Ordinance 1.3.5.
Future Salary Increases:
June 2027 - 3.50% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 0.50% Market Adjustment)
Communicable Disease Investigators perform non-criminal investigations, counseling, and education regarding communicable diseases, understand, interpret, and work within following public health laws, rules, and regulations that govern HIV disease, sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis, and other communicable or infectious diseases.
The ideal candidate will be able to quickly develop rapport with a wide variety of individuals, discussing highly sensitive topics including medical and personal information such as sexual history and practices, in order to conduct thorough investigations/interviews.
Read the complete job description of Communicable Disease Investigator including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, essential functions, etc..
About Public Health Services
Public Health Services is dedicated to community wellness and protecting health in San Diego County. Public Health Services works to prevent the spread of disease, prevent outbreaks, protect against environmental hazards, prevent injuries, promote and encourage healthy behaviors, respond to disasters, and assist communities in recovery and assure the quality and accessibility of health services throughout the county.
To learn more about the Public Health Services Department in the Health and Human Services Agency, see the Strategic Plan: Public Health Services Strategic Plan-2025-2027.
Hiring Timeline and Dates
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
Notes:
Blind Applicant Screening
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Conditions of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veterans Preference Policy for additional information.
Military Skills Translator
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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov).
Disaster Service Worker
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
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Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner and include this experience in the work history section of the application. Note that if you are invited to the selection interview phase of this recruitment, you may be asked to provide additional detail on your work experience in order to verify your responses.
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Please select the statement that best describes your education and experience as it relates to this position.
Be sure to include this information in the work experience section of your application.
NOTE: In order for your education to be considered, you must attach a copy of your degree, final transcript, and/or foreign studies equivalency certificate to your application.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
By selecting the statements below, you are indicating your agreement with and willingness to perform the following working conditions. Please note that if you do not agree with and/or are not willing to perform the stated working conditions, your application will be rejected.
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Do you possess a current CPR card?
In order for your CPR card to be considered, you must attach a copy to your application.
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Please indicate below the length of your experience conducting patient/client interviews.
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Do you have experience conducting patient or client interviews in a language other than English?
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If you answered "Yes" to question #6, please list the language(s) below. If not applicable, please enter "N/A".
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Please indicate the length of your experience conducting investigations.
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Please indicate if you have experience working with clients from any of the below listed populations. Select all that apply.
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Please indicate which of the following duties you have performed for more than 6 months:
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Please select the statement which best describes your phlebotomy experience:
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Do you have experience writing reports based on work activities? If yes, please describe your experience below. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Do you have experience conducting group presentations? If yes, please describe your experience below. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
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If you selected "Other" above, please tell us how you first heard about this employment opportunity.
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Employer County of San Diego
Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370
San Diego, California, 92123
Phone (619) 236-2191
(866) 880-9374
Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov
We are committed to provide and retain a skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for County departments so they may deliver superior services to the residents and visitors of the County of San Diego.