Disease Intervention Specialist
0301 - Health Board · 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS · Mississippi
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Aug 17, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- $34,368.00 - $40,497.20 Annually
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Summary
The Mississippi State Department of Health seeks a Disease Intervention Specialist based in Hinds County to investigate and manage cases of sexually transmitted infections and other communicable diseases. The position involves case investigation, patient counseling, specimen collection, and coordination with healthcare professionals to support disease prevention and control efforts. This is a full-time, non-state service, time-limited role reporting to a Disease Intervention Specialist Supervisor.
Key qualifications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to establish rapport with diverse populations
- Empathy, professionalism, and nonjudgmental approach when handling confidential health information
- Valid Mississippi driver's license and willingness to travel for field investigations and training
- Bachelor's degree preferred in public health, health education, biology, psychology, social work, or related field
- Experience in communicable-disease prevention, disease investigation, patient interviewing, or related public health setting
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