Disease Intervention Consultant (PN 20013596)

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.  Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

About Us:

At the Ohio Department of Health, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a statewide force for better health. Within the Bureau of HIV/STI/Hepatitis (HEP), we work hand-in-hand with communities, equip providers with the tools they need to succeed, and help shape the next generation of public health leaders.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Disease Intervention Consultant to join our team. In this vital role, you'll support health and human service professionals across Ohio in their shared mission to stop the spread of HIV and syphilis, strengthen local prevention efforts, and protect the health of Ohioans.  

What You'Ll Do:

As a Disease Intervention Consultant, you'll serve as a critical resource to local health departments, healthcare providers, and Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS). You’ll deliver high-impact technical assistance, help shape prevention strategies, and be the go-to expert in your assigned jurisdiction(s).

Whether you’re conducting site visits, reviewing case data, coaching local teams, or responding to an outbreak—you’ll be changing lives every day. 

• Train local agency staff on partner services, Ohio Disease Reporting System software, active surveillance, case management, and CDC standards.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance to public/private health partners and DIS supervisors.
• Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of HIV/STI prevention strategies and program standards.
• Conduct regular site visits and monitor compliance with grant objectives, data quality, and reporting requirements.
• Evaluate community health indicators, review HIV/syphilis case reports, and report outcomes to program leadership.
• Assist in creating and reviewing local/state grant proposals, program objectives, and evaluation tools.
• Serve on the Statewide Syphilis Outbreak Response Team—supporting case investigation, partner services, and rapid response. 

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel.

Completion of graduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; AND 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups); AND Must be able to provide own transportation.

Or

Completion of undergraduate core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; AND 18 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations, working with grants, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating, working collaboratively with coalitions or groups); AND Must be able to provide own transportation.

Or

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Disease Intervention Specialist
• Familiarity with grant program management and federal/state funding processes
• Background in outbreak response  

Additional Qualifications:

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: 

• Graduate or advanced degree in public health, health care or health administration
• Experience working with local health departments or subgrantees
• Experience with Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention work
• Experience working as a DIS (Disease Intervention Specialist)
• Experience working with advanced database software (e.g., Access, Excel, ODRS)
• Experience developing and presenting training and/or workshops
• Experience in creating educational materials (brochures, pamphlets, posters, etc.)
• Experience monitoring grant activities and program outcomes

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.

Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. 

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

• Job Skills: Public Health
• Technical Skills: Computer Literacy
• Professional Skills: Consultation, Presenting, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Organizing and Planning

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 12, Step 1 of the union (SEIU/1199) Pay Range Schedule ($31.74/hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($33.35/hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.  

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System.  Paper applications will not be considered.  Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications.  Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above.  An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.