Public Health Project Coordinator (Hepatitis C Investigator and Linkage to Care Coordinator)

Public Health Project Coordinator (Hepatitis C Investigator and Linkage to Care Coordinator)

Salary

$51,946.00 - $78,833.00 Annually

Location

100 Mack Avenue, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20261222090HEAL12301JT2

Department

Dept of Health & Wellness

Division

Health Grants

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

About the Detroit Health Department

The Detroit Health Department has served Detroiters for more than a century. Today, DHD is building a modern public health department that is visible, responsive, data-informed, and rooted in the daily realities of Detroit residents. Our work goes beyond traditional health services. Through a Health in All Policies approach, DHD recognizes that health is shaped by housing, transportation, environmental conditions, economic opportunity, public safety, education, and the broader systems that shape life in the city. We seek team members who can work across programs, City departments, and community partners to improve health, reduce inequities, and deliver better outcomes for Detroit residents

Public Health Project Coordinator (Hepatitis C Investigator and Linkage to Care Coordinator)

Under the general supervision of the Communicable Disease Manager, the Public Health Project Coordinator (Hepatitis C Investigator and Linkage to Care Coordinator) investigates reported cases of Hepatitis C Virus and provides Hepatitis C education, testing, and referral services. This position requires monitoring patients, answering questions, and providing support to enhance patient engagement andtreatment of Hepatitis C within the community.

Examples of Duties

• Provides health information to the public and makes referrals to appropriate agencies through individual phones, and personal contacts
• Refers patients for follow-up confirmatory testing and treatment as needed
• Listens to client concerns about diagnoses and testing with patience and care
• Participates in the design and implementation of Hepatitis C program to meet the needs of identified populations.
• Maintains detailed, accurate, and confidential records and documentation in health surveillance systems
• Investigates reported cases of Hepatitis C by interviewing infected individuals to determine the potential source of illness.
• Delivers compassionate and non-judgmental customer services to educate individuals and at-risk populations by telephone ,mail and in clinic settings
• Provides consultation and direct services to defined at-risk populations
• Makes referrals to health clinics, encouraging individuals to obtain medical evaluation and following up to ensure they receive appropriate treatment
• Assist with monitoring the quality of the Hepatitis C disease surveillance data
• Monitors patient testing and treatment progress to ensure patients receive education and complete treatment for Hepatitis C
• Tests patients for Hepatitis C as needed, and provides pre and post-testing education
• Provide community education and health promotion on hepatitis C prevention, transmission, testing, treatment, and available resources to increase awareness and support linkage to care.
• Assist with community outreach and field-based activities, including health fairs, screening events, and other community initiatives, to promote hepatitis C prevention, testing, and access to treatment and supportive services.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor
• Certification in Incident Command Structure Crisis Management, and participation in Public Health Emergency
• Preparedness activities in real or simulated emergencies

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters degree Public Health, Business Administration, Health Science Administration or other related field, with two years experience in community engagement, community organizing, and project coordination and implementation.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in nursing (BSN) with a Registered Nursing License in the State of Michigan

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 06/11/2024

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

02

How many years of experience do you possess as a hepatitis investigator?

• None
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

03

How many years of experience do you have investigating reported cases of Hepatitis C?

• None
• 1 yr
• 2 yrs
• 3 yrs or more

04

How many years do you have interviewing Hepatitis C infected individuals?

• None
• 1 yr
• 2 yrs
• 3 yrs or more

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job