Job Description
Join Milwaukee County's frontline public health team in this urgent hiring opportunity. As a Public Health Investigator, you'll play a critical role in protecting our community's health through disease surveillance, outbreak response, and community education. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a collaborative environment dedicated to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Conduct epidemiological investigations for communicable diseases and health threats
- Collect and analyze public health data to identify emerging trends
- Coordinate with healthcare providers, laboratories, and community partners
- Develop and implement outbreak control measures
- Provide public health education to diverse communities
- Prepare detailed reports and maintain confidential case records
- Participate in emergency response activations during public health crises
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of public health investigation experience
- Certified in Epidemiology (CPH) or willing to obtain within 6 months
- Strong data analysis and statistical interpretation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work flexible hours during outbreaks/emergencies
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license and reliable transportation
- Proficiency in public health reporting systems (e.g., Epi-Info)