Job Description
Join New York's frontline public health response team! We're urgently seeking dedicated Public Health Investigators to combat emerging health threats and protect NYC communities. This critical role offers unparalleled opportunities to make a direct impact on public safety while advancing your career in government service. Enjoy competitive benefits, comprehensive training, and the satisfaction of safeguarding New Yorkers' wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field investigations into disease outbreaks and public health emergencies
- Interview patients, witnesses, and healthcare providers to identify exposure sources
- Collect and analyze epidemiological data to track infection patterns
- Implement containment protocols and coordinate with emergency response teams
- Prepare detailed incident reports and recommend intervention strategies
- Collaborate with federal, state, and local health agencies
- Provide public health education to community stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of investigative or public health experience
- Certification in Incident Command System (ICS) or equivalent
- Proficiency in epidemiological data analysis tools (e.g., Epi-Info)
- Excellent communication and crisis management skills
- Ability to work flexible hours during public health emergencies
- New York State driver's license with clean record
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred