Overview
Wake County Public Health is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communicable Disease Manager to lead and oversee its Communicable Disease Program. This leadership role is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a range of public health initiatives, including disease surveillance, tuberculosis control, refugee health, and health education. The manager ensures the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and data-driven services that protect and promote community health. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in clinical and/or public health settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct the strategic planning and daily operations of the Communicable Disease Program
- Lead program areas including: Communicable disease surveillance, Tuberculosis control, Refugee health services, Disease Intervention services, and health and education outreach
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal public health regulations
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify trends and guide prevention and control strategies
- Develop and monitor program goals, performance metrics, and timelines
- Manage program budgets, grants, and contracts
- Collaborates with healthcare providers, schools, long-term care facilities, and government agencies
- Lead and support multidisciplinary teams of clinical and non-clinical staff including: Communicable Disease Surveillance Team, Tuberculosis and Refugee Health Clinic, Communicable Disease Quality Assurance Team, and Disease Intervention Specialists
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree
- Five years of job-related experience, including three years of supervisor experience
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
**Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- NC Registered Nurse Licensure (strongly preferred)
- North Carolina Credentialed Public Health Nurse
