SURVEILLANCE INVESTIGATOR - EPIDEMIOLOGY

SURVEILLANCE INVESTIGATOR - EPIDEMIOLOGY

Salary

$26.65 - $29.85 Hourly

Location

8000 N. Stadium

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39688

Department

Houston Health Department

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Department: Houston Health Department

Division: Public Health Branch

Section: Bureau of HIV/STI & Viral Hepatitis Prevention

Reporting Location: 8000 N. Stadium Dr., Houston, TX 77054

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Conduct surveillance related to disease outbreak activities and conduct provider follow-up via phone calls and visits.
• Secures medical records and information related to disease outbreak activities, triage incoming morbidity reports and Electronic Medical Record (eLR) labs. Also, manage pending file folder.
• Performs field investigation activities related to disease outbreaks and activity as instructed by the PHI Supervisor & PHI Manager, and is available seven days a week to respond to suspected outbreaks
• Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports on investigative activities and findings to be reviewed by PHI Supervisor and/or PHI Manager.
• Acts as liaison to medical facilities and other governmental agencies involved in surveillance activities and projects. Establishes rapport with staff at these agencies. Identifies concerns and reports them to the PHI Supervisor and/or PHI Manager.
• Assists in developing preventive measures and intervention in controlling disease outbreak activities.

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

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelors degree in Public Health, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of professional experience in public health or health care is required. Internships, practicums, and similar programs may be evaluated and substituted for professional experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None.

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.

(Bilingual Preferred)

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None, However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test

SALARY INFORMATION:

GRANT FUNDED POSITION

Grants & Special funded 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 candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 17

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 832-395-8357.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-4888). (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 individuals 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
• 13 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

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your level of education pertaining to the job.

• A high school diploma/GED
• An Associates degree in Public Health, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field.
• A Bachelors degree in Public Health, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field.
• A Masters Degree in Public Health, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field.
• None of the above

03

How many years experience do you have working in public health or health care?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 or more years
• No experience

04

Have you ever worked with confidential materials and had access to pertinent patient medical information?

• Yes
• No

05

What is your experience on collecting and analyzing data?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years of experience to less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years of experience to less than 10 years of experience
• 10 years of experience or more

06

All health department employees can be called upon to support emergency operations. Are you able to work outside of normal business hours in support of city and/or health department emergency operation support?

• Yes
• No

07

Briefly give an example of what patient confidentiality means to you.

08

Is there anything that could keep you from working more than 40/hrs a week and including weekends in case of a public health outbreak and/or a Houston Health Department response to its citizens of Houston?

• Yes
• No
• Maybe

09

Describe your experience collaborating with multiple people and other public health agencies on surveillance tracking and data analysis activities.

10

Describe your experience in working on special work-related and/or medical projects with multiple people and agencies.

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/