County of San Diego
Health Information Specialist II-25481610
County of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Health Information Specialist II
Job posted by the Health and Human Services Agency. Interviews and job offers will take place beginning December 15, 2025.
Future Salary Increases
June 2026 – 3.63% increase to base pay (3.50% Across-the-Board + 0.13% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 3.13% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 0.13% Market Adjustment)
Responsibilities Health Information Specialist II’s are responsible for developing health education and promotion materials and campaigns (including but not limited to social media, flyers, and PowerPoint presentations) to be disseminated in print and electronic media, and collaborating with community health agencies, advisory bodies, and professionals on health, safety and wellness information, activities, and services throughout the community.
Current vacancies are in the HIV, STD, and Hepatitis Branch (HSHB) and Maternal, Child, and Family Health Services (MCFHS); however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other departments.
For a complete description of the Health Information Specialist II classification including essential functions, working conditions, essential physical characteristics, etc., see complete classification details.
Hiring Timeline and Dates
Job Offer and Background Process begins week of December 15, 2025. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience as a Health Information Specialist I in the County of San Diego or in a public/community agency performing equivalent duties; or
A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in journalism, English, public health or related discipline, AND two (2) years of full-time experience in a public/community health program developing and writing printed materials and press releases for use in print and electronic media; or
A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in journalism, English, public health or related discipline, AND one (1) year of full-time experience in a public/community health program developing and writing printed materials and press releases for use in print and electronic media.
Notes: Additional years of experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-to-year basis.
Condition of Employment Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Accommodation and Veterans Preference Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Public Service Notes Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Seniorities and Miscellaneous Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
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Future Salary Increases
June 2026 – 3.63% increase to base pay (3.50% Across-the-Board + 0.13% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 3.13% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 0.13% Market Adjustment)
Responsibilities Health Information Specialist II’s are responsible for developing health education and promotion materials and campaigns (including but not limited to social media, flyers, and PowerPoint presentations) to be disseminated in print and electronic media, and collaborating with community health agencies, advisory bodies, and professionals on health, safety and wellness information, activities, and services throughout the community.
Current vacancies are in the HIV, STD, and Hepatitis Branch (HSHB) and Maternal, Child, and Family Health Services (MCFHS); however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other departments.
For a complete description of the Health Information Specialist II classification including essential functions, working conditions, essential physical characteristics, etc., see complete classification details.
Hiring Timeline and Dates
Job Offer and Background Process begins week of December 15, 2025. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience as a Health Information Specialist I in the County of San Diego or in a public/community agency performing equivalent duties; or
A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in journalism, English, public health or related discipline, AND two (2) years of full-time experience in a public/community health program developing and writing printed materials and press releases for use in print and electronic media; or
A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in journalism, English, public health or related discipline, AND one (1) year of full-time experience in a public/community health program developing and writing printed materials and press releases for use in print and electronic media.
Notes: Additional years of experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-to-year basis.
Condition of Employment Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation Process Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Accommodation and Veterans Preference Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Public Service Notes Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Seniorities and Miscellaneous Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
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