PUBLIC HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE 2*-05062025-67519 Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

PUBLIC HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE 2

•-05062025-67519 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 1616 Church Street, Nashville, TN 37203 Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time 05/06/2025 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 05/12/2025 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $3,197.00 – $4,001.00 Salary (Annually) $38,364.00 – $48,012.00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Nashville, TN Department Health

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OF HEALTH, LOCAL HEALTH DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

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Qualifications Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional health program experience that involves the investigation, prevention or treatment of individuals with communicable diseases. Substitution of Experience for

Education:

Qualifying full-time professional health program experience that involves the investigation, prevention or treatment of individuals with communicable diseases may be substituted for the required education, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years. Substitution of Education for

Experience:

Additional qualifying graduate coursework in public health, public health education, epidemiology, nursing, or social work may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of one year (e.g., 36 graduate quarter hours in one or a combination of the above listed fields may substitute for one year of the required experience).

Necessary Special Qualifications:

A valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.

Examination Method:

Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview Summary:

Under general supervision, is responsible for professional public health field contact work of average difficulty and/or provide oversite to a moderate region wide program; and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Features:

,This is the working class in the Public Health Representative sub-series. An employee in this class implements the sexually transmitted disease (STD), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), tuberculosis and immunization programs within the county health department by performing a full range of epidemiological investigative, public information, disease control program implementation, and monitoring work, or performs alcohol and drug abuse treatment and prevention program monitoring work and provides technical assistance. This class is flexibly staffed with and differs from the Public Health Representative 1 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the entry level. This class differs from the Public Health Representative 3 in that an incumbent of the latter may function in a supervisory capacity and/or provide oversite to a moderate to large statewide program.

Responsibilities Getting Information:

Conducts field investigation of disease suspects and contacts. Interviews patients diagnosed as having a communicable disease to determine other persons who may have been exposed to the disease or who may have exposed the patient. Locates disease suspects and refer them to the appropriate diagnostic facility for examination and needed treatment. Assisting and Caring for

Others:

Performs phlebotomy and tuberculosis skin tests according to guidelines and procedures. Observes patients during field visits for compliance with prescribed treatment regimens including direct observation of treatment (DOT). Provides expedited partner-delivered therapy according to guidelines. Interacting with

Computers:

Enters data into the Sexually Transmitted Disease and Human Immunodeficiency Virus database. Uses computer systems to enter data or process information. Enters data into surveillance and case management systems to maintain information for field records, laboratory results and task lists.

Coaching and Developing Others:

Provides risk reduction or behavioral counseling to individuals or groups for the purpose of reducing the risk of acquiring or transmitting a communicable disease. Determines and advises individuals of the best means of reducing risk. Conducts case management and observation of field staff to evaluate staff development needs.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work:

Prioritizes and conducts tasks based on importance, urgency and other scheduled activities. Implements program standards, goals, objectives and guidelines.

Scheduling Work and Activities:

Schedules audits according to program requirements. Schedules community events and activities. Schedules appointments for patients.

Performing Administrative Activities:

Reviews records to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems:

Provides risk reduction or behavioral counseling to groups to reduce the risk of transmitting communicable diseases.

Documenting/Recording Information:

Maintains records and produce reports. Records information in patient records.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships:

Develops rapport with patients and community partners. Maintains professional working relationships with co-workers and community partners. Communicating with

Persons Outside Organization:

Interacts with others and serves as a Health Department representative. Develops and maintains an ongoing working relationship with laboratories, health care providers and community-based organizations.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge:

Learns to review departmental policies and procedures to keep current of any changes, revisions or additions. Attends and completes all required training.

Operating Vehicle, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment:

Transports patients to Tuberculosis clinic for evaluation and treatments. Utilize personal vehicle for extensive authorized travel.

Processing Information:

Audits records to ensure compliance with laws designed to control transmission of communicable diseases. Conducts laboratory and hospital surveillance activities. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with

Others:

Handles complaints, settles disputes and resolves conflicts or otherwise negotiate with others.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources:

Monitors program activities to ensure program goals are being met. Communicating with

Supervisors or Peers:

Maintains positive, constructive and cooperative communication by telephone, in written form, in email or in person with supervisors and peers. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for

Others:

Explains tests, procedures and results to appropriate individuals according to guidelines.

Developing and Building Teams:

Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. Competencies (KSA’s)

Competencies:

Conflict Management Integrity and Trust Negotiating Organize Perseverance Planning Priority Setting Problem Solving Time Management Timely Decision Making Written Communication Knowledge:

Administration and Management Clerical Computers and Electronics Customer and Personal Service Education and Training Law and Government Mathematics Personnel and Human Resources Psychology Sociology and Anthropology Therapy and Counseling Skills:

Active Learning Active Listening Critical Thinking Learning Strategies Mathematics Monitoring Reading Comprehension Science Speaking Writing Coordination Instructing Negotiation Persuasion Service Orientation Social Perceptiveness Complex Problem Solving Management of Personnel Resources Time Management Abilities:

Category Flexibility Deductive Reasoning Inductive Reasoning Memorization Number Facility Oral Comprehension Oral Expression Perceptual Speed Problem Sensitivity Selective Attention Speed of Closure Time Sharing Written Comprehension Written Expression Arm-Hand Steadiness Finger Dexterity Manual Dexterity Auditory Attention Depth Perception Speech Clarity Speech Recognition Tools & Equipment Computer Scanner Printer Copier Fax Telephone Other office equipment as needed. TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: A valid driver’s license For the past five years, the candidate’s driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver’s License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. •Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.