Dane County
LTE Disease Intervention Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish)
Dane County, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
LTE Disease Intervention Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish)
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The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County is recruiting for a Limited Term Employee (LTE) Disease Intervention Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish) position. Work is mostly remote, with some in‑person work required at PHMDC’s Atrium office (2300 South Park St, Madison, WI 53713). The work hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour (not reflected in the above hourly rate). For the 2026 budget year, there is a 1% reduction in wages, which is already reflected in the hourly wage above.
Limited Term Employees (LTEs) are limited to 1,200 hours in a payroll year and are not guaranteed any hours per week.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion We strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities, are especially encouraged to apply.
Definition Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) work individually and as part of a team to stop the spread of disease and infections that negatively impact the health and wellness of individuals and communities. Incumbents plan and participate in programs related to the prevention and control of various communicable diseases, conduct risk reduction outreach and education, and provide referrals to services. They provide outreach, education, counseling, and testing services to individuals at higher risk or groups experiencing disparate health outcomes related to communicable disease, under the supervision of a Public Health Supervisor and public health nurses.
Examples of Duties Communicable Disease This role uses case investigation and contact tracing to prevent and control the spread of communicable diseases, including sexually transmitted infections. The Specialist provides counseling, education, testing services and referrals for individuals and high‑risk groups, maintains related databases, reports, and records, and ensures strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Sexual and Reproductive Health The Specialist works to reduce unintended pregnancies and minimize the spread of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, through direct outreach, education, testing, referral, and distribution of safer sex supplies. The Specialist provides education on safe sex practices, birth control methods, and referrals for treatment and care.
Drug Harm Reduction The Specialist reduces harms associated with injection drug use through client engagement, outreach, risk reduction education, referral to services, overdose prevention, and distribution of safer use supplies. The Specialist works as part of a larger Substance Use Prevention & Harm Reduction Team.
Education, Training and Experience Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a high school graduation. Applicants must have at least two (2) years of experience in public health or related fields, including extensive communicable disease work or related areas such as HIV/STI, substance use disorder treatment and prevention, drug harm reduction, mental health, or medical counseling.
Bilingual Position Requirements
Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong).
Applicants will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment, including oral language proficiency assessment and possible written translation.
Individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether their existing bilingual language certifications qualify them for the position’s designation.
Special Requirements Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation and be available 24/7 in case of public health emergencies. May need to learn to draw blood. Must complete state‑mandated Harm Reduction, HIV, and STI trainings within six months of hire, maintain required immunizations, and coordinate with community services across diverse settings.
Background Check Statement Some positions may require a criminal background check that includes fingerprinting. Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Law prohibits discrimination due to arrest or conviction records, though Dane County may disqualify applicants if criminal history is substantially related to job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to make employment contingent on successful completion of the background check.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements Work involves walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, turning, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, and driving. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, use phone and computer, and travel between locations is required. Must work flexibly to accommodate diverse populations and community settings.
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The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County is recruiting for a Limited Term Employee (LTE) Disease Intervention Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish) position. Work is mostly remote, with some in‑person work required at PHMDC’s Atrium office (2300 South Park St, Madison, WI 53713). The work hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour (not reflected in the above hourly rate). For the 2026 budget year, there is a 1% reduction in wages, which is already reflected in the hourly wage above.
Limited Term Employees (LTEs) are limited to 1,200 hours in a payroll year and are not guaranteed any hours per week.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion We strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities, are especially encouraged to apply.
Definition Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) work individually and as part of a team to stop the spread of disease and infections that negatively impact the health and wellness of individuals and communities. Incumbents plan and participate in programs related to the prevention and control of various communicable diseases, conduct risk reduction outreach and education, and provide referrals to services. They provide outreach, education, counseling, and testing services to individuals at higher risk or groups experiencing disparate health outcomes related to communicable disease, under the supervision of a Public Health Supervisor and public health nurses.
Examples of Duties Communicable Disease This role uses case investigation and contact tracing to prevent and control the spread of communicable diseases, including sexually transmitted infections. The Specialist provides counseling, education, testing services and referrals for individuals and high‑risk groups, maintains related databases, reports, and records, and ensures strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Sexual and Reproductive Health The Specialist works to reduce unintended pregnancies and minimize the spread of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, through direct outreach, education, testing, referral, and distribution of safer sex supplies. The Specialist provides education on safe sex practices, birth control methods, and referrals for treatment and care.
Drug Harm Reduction The Specialist reduces harms associated with injection drug use through client engagement, outreach, risk reduction education, referral to services, overdose prevention, and distribution of safer use supplies. The Specialist works as part of a larger Substance Use Prevention & Harm Reduction Team.
Education, Training and Experience Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a high school graduation. Applicants must have at least two (2) years of experience in public health or related fields, including extensive communicable disease work or related areas such as HIV/STI, substance use disorder treatment and prevention, drug harm reduction, mental health, or medical counseling.
Bilingual Position Requirements
Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong).
Applicants will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment, including oral language proficiency assessment and possible written translation.
Individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether their existing bilingual language certifications qualify them for the position’s designation.
Special Requirements Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation and be available 24/7 in case of public health emergencies. May need to learn to draw blood. Must complete state‑mandated Harm Reduction, HIV, and STI trainings within six months of hire, maintain required immunizations, and coordinate with community services across diverse settings.
Background Check Statement Some positions may require a criminal background check that includes fingerprinting. Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Law prohibits discrimination due to arrest or conviction records, though Dane County may disqualify applicants if criminal history is substantially related to job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to make employment contingent on successful completion of the background check.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements Work involves walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, turning, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, and driving. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, use phone and computer, and travel between locations is required. Must work flexibly to accommodate diverse populations and community settings.
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