City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Jul 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License at the time of hire and maintain during employment, as necessary for position. Notes to Applicants Position Overview Provide directly observed therapy ( DOT ) and directly observed preventative therapy ( DOPT ) to patients with TB disease and TB infection. Monitor compliance of the patients with TB treatment, educate patients and contacts patients, and provide TB screening during public clinics or in the course of Public Health investigation. Sign-On Bonus (*For those meeting eligibility requirements): This position is eligible for an APH Sign-On Bonus. Immediately upon hire - $500 Complete 1 year of service with APH - $1000 Complete 2 years of service with APH - $1500 If you are selected to Interview: This position will have in-person interview(s). This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, including High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and graduate degrees, will be required. Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid Class “C” driver’s license or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. APH Information: This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan . Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website . Immunization Requirement: Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the Department’s immunization policy. Regarding your Application: A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position. The application and resume must include dates (month and year) for each job history entry. In addition, the resume information must match the information on the application. A resume will not substitute for an official COA application. Please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications when responding to the supplemental questions on the application. Work experience must include month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees in Good Standing who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information. Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan. Electronic Notification to Applications: Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that your email address and contact information are current, secure, and readily accessible. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox promptly. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days. When public health responds to an emergency, you may be assigned activities outside your job description. This may involve responding anytime, including nights and weekends,s with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health. This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This federal program is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. Pay Range $21.78 - $24.50 per hour Hours Monday-Friday; 8:00 am.- 5:00 p.m., hours may vary to meet patient care needs. Job Close Date 08/13/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Grant Funded Category Professional Location RBJ Health Center, 15 Waller St. Austin, Texas 78702 Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in English and Spanish Knowledge of best practices and/or direct experience in public health/community outreach Trained or willing to train in phlebotomy Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Counsel individuals on prevention of communicable diseases e.g. HIV , STIs, TB, etc. Conduct fact-finding and/or informational interviews. Refer citizens to appropriate agency or program. Answer citizen questions and provide assistance. Conduct public health investigations as required by position. Counsel physicians, laboratories, clinics, etc. about disease reporting requirements Research information as requested and/or needed. Perform program-specific outreach activities such as TB/ HIV / STI education, testing and counseling. Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection. Compile data/information and prepare reports. Some positions may require employee to meet patients at home, work or elsewhere to administer medications or perform testing, as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general public health programs, specifically those related to communicable diseases. Skill in oral and written communications, especially interviewing techniques. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in recording data from interviews and investigations accurately. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Public Health Program Specialist I position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Are you trained or willing to be trained in Phlebotomy? Yes No * Please briefly describe your experience in Public Health, outreach, or healthcare settings (include number of years). (Open Ended Question) * Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement? Yes No * Select the statement that best describes your English/Spanish bilingual skills. Speak, read, and write in both languages fluently. Speak English and Spanish fluently. Speak some Spanish. Fluent in English only. * In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin? Yes No Don't know If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents