Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Communicable Disease Investigator
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is seeking a full-time (40-hour week) Communicable Disease Investigator. The selected candidate will assist in controlling the spread of communicable diseases through the identification, tracking and notification of potential exposures and by reporting to the appropriate agencies.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting epidemiological investigations in coordination with other public health programs on confirmed and suspected cases of communicable diseases.
- Makes referrals for testing by medical providers in accordance with proper follow-up guidelines.
- Collects information concerning the incidence and sources of communicable diseases
- Coordinates and participates in the process of disease reporting by gathering information from laboratories, clinics, hospitals (infectious control practitioners) and physicians.
- Ensures completion of prescribed therapy as needed to protect both individual and public health from communicable disease.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, community health, nursing, or a closely related field.
- Two (2) years of work experience in community health, nursing, or a related area.
- The candidate should have comprehensive knowledge of the theory and practice of communicable disease control.
- Spanish and French bilingual candidates are highly desirable
CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
· CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees an additional $3.00 per hour, upon approval.
o Eligible employees may complete language proficiency testing upon hire and can begin receiving the stipend as soon as they are approved.
· Health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee’s first day of employment
· 14 paid holidays per year
· 12 sick days earned per year
· 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment
· short-term and long-term disability benefits
· comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
All new hires for Communicable Disease Investigator begin at the established starting salary of The expected annual starting salary is $53,607 (25.77/hr) with a full annual salary range of $53,607 - $72,369 for this job classification.
To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. For full consideration, you must complete the application process.
Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at [email protected]. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.
All employees must be fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2026 and beyond) influenza (seasonally). All other vaccinations are highly recommended but not mandatory. Vaccinations taken prior to September 2026 will not be accepted. Proof of vaccinations must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.
This recruitment will remain open until filled: however, it will not close prior to November 19, 2026. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.
Posted November 4, 2026