PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR SUPERVISOR

PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATOR SUPERVISOR

Salary

$77,701.78 - $80,626.00 Annually

Location

8000 N. Stadium

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39538

Department

Houston Health Department

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Public Health Services

Section: TB Control

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

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, Flexible*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for first-line supervision and training of Public Health Investigators and other personnel involved in disease intervention activities relating to the Communicable Disease Control Program. May supervise special projects and programs.
• Monitors and tracks duties related to expanded / high-profile contact investigations, including arranging Tuberculosis (TB) Informational Sessions with community stakeholders.
• Monitors field work, data collection, data entry and maintenance of databases to ensure appropriate medical evaluation of individuals being treated for tuberculosis and their contacts.
• Leads a team of Public Health Investigators to perform tuberculosis (TB) field activities including Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), Video DOT (VDOT), Enhance Self Administer Therapy (ESAT), Contact Investigation (CI), transportation. Provides appropriate orientation for newly employed Public Health Investigators and other staff.
• Conducts performance evaluation of Public Health Investigators and appropriate career conferences with specific work program needed to correct deficiencies.
• Develops and implements appropriate additional training as needed for disease intervention staff. Conducts performance evaluation of Public Health Investigators. Provides appropriate counseling and coaching sessions to correct performance deficiencies.
• Prioritizes the Bureau's missions and makes necessary adjustments to address coverage issues, and patients concerns. Provides support to field teams as required, including home visits and field services for patients when necessary.
• Provides statistical analysis and required reports assigned by the program manager.
• Prepares and submits required records and reports.
• Performs venipuncture, specimen collection or skin tests on an as-needed basis.
• Performs field audit on investigative procedures to ensure compliance with established Quality Assurance Guidelines for Public Health Investigators
• Individuals interested in this position must be:

Willing to work in non-traditional settings

Willing and able to work non-traditional work hours

Must be willing to use personal vehicle and get mileage reimbursement for travel to visit clients

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting,

temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of experience in the public health field are required.

SUBSTITUTION

Pertinent professional experience in the public health field may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Texas drivers license and compliance with the City of Houstons policy on driving.

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.

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

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 21

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 (832-395-8885). (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

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or GED
• Associates degree in Social sciences, Physical Sciences, Public Health or a closely related field
• Bachelors degree in Social sciences, Physical Sciences, Public Health or a closely related field
• Masters degree in Social sciences, Physical Sciences, Public Health or a closely related field
• None of the above

02

How many years of experience do you have in the public field related to this position?

• 1 year to less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years to less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years to less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years to less than 7 years of experience
• 7 years to less than 8 years of experience
• 8 years or more of experience
• No experience

03

Do you have a valid Texas drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of verifiable supervisory experience do you have?

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

05

Please indicate languages in which you are fluent (reading, writing, and/or speaking). Check all that apply:

• English
• Spanish
• Chinese
• Vietnamese
• French
• Arabic
• Other
• None

06

Please describe which of the following communicable disease experiences you have obtained.

• STD
• Tuberculosis (TB)
• HIV/AIDS
• Herpes
• Measles
• Syphilis
• Other communicable diseases
• None of the above

07

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

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/