Communicable Disease Manager

What You’ll Be Doing

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.

• 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
• Collaborate 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

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

NOTE:

For Wake County Public Health employees, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law. Wake County Public Health employees actively support and participate in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

• 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.

• Current NC Registered Nurse Licensure strongly preferred
• North Carolina Credentialed Public Health Nurse

• Technical expertise in communicable disease
• Strong managerial skills with demonstrated leadership experience
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Knowledge of compliance with local, state, and federal communicable disease laws and regulations
• Communicable disease outbreak response knowledge
• Experience with the North Carolina Electronic Disease Surveillance System (or applicable disease registry)
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to remain calm during high‑stress situations and adapt as circumstances change

Location:

HSC Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Mon‑Fri, 8:30am – 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 75,108‑105,155
Market Range: 75,108.00 –

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/31/2025

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.