Disease Intervention Specialist

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Health Educator III

Opening Date : October 21, 2025

Closing Date : November 3, 2025

Job Class Code : 4374

Grade : 23 (Pro / Tech)

Salary : $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 per year

Position Number : 02000-1666

Location : This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This position allows for partial telework with manager approval.

Job Description :

The Maine CDC Infectious Disease Prevention Program provides services which support the improvement of the health and well-being of Maine residents living with and at risk for certain infectious diseases, such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), sexually transmitted Infections (STIs), Tuberculosis (TB), and hepatitis. The Infectious Disease Prevention Program addresses gaps in care, reduces health disparities, and reduces the risk of disease transmission. The Infectious Disease Prevention Program is looking for a Public Health Educator to work with the HIV, STI, and hepatitis prevention programs.

As the Public Health Educator III you will be responsible for developing, supporting, and evaluating HIV, STI, and Hepatitis Testing Programs. You will provide program support by evaluating services purchased from community-based organizations, training, and conducting technical assistance to a variety of governmental and non-governmental agencies, and facilitating a variety of special initiatives and work groups.

As a key member of the HIV / STI team, your core responsibilities will include :

• Collect a variety of information related to HIV / STD cases through interviews, record review and other methods.
• Provide HIV antibody counseling, testing and referral services.
• Provide counseling and referral services to partners of positive cases.
• Maintain records and case findings and prepare reports.
• Provide direct HIV / STD disease intervention services, including case investigations, interviewing positive cases, notifying possible contacts, following up with health care providers on diagnosis and treatment, and with laboratories on reporting test results.
• Conduct STD and HIV disease investigations and interviews, and / or HIV linkage / reengagement to care services.
• Address all technical and general consults related to STDs from providers, community members, and partner organizations.
• Perform education and outreach activities and serve as the point of contact for DIS prevention activities for local and federal agencies, medical providers, and members of the public.
• Assist in the coordination of HIV / STD outbreak and emergency response.
• Coordinate and participate in consumer planning groups related to HIV, STD, and viral hepatitis prevention.
• Collaborate with state-funded organizations, staff, and clinicians to improve HIV / STD morbidity in the state.
• Participate in and contribute to overall Infectious Disease Program planning and evaluation activities.
• Review and evaluate integrated HIV, STD, viral hepatitis, and harm reduction data and interventions.
• Attend relevant meetings, work sessions, and conferences.
• Contribute to Infectious Disease Surveillance evaluation, performance improvement, outbreak preparedness, and response planning including but not limited to COVID 19
• Assist in additional duties as reasonably assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

A Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health Education, Health Education and two (2) years experience in community or health education program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation. Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred candidates will also have :

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Agency information :

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

Application Information :

For additional information about this position please contact Alyssa Farmer, Health Program Manager, at (207) 287-7395.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine :

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including :

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note : Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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