GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The primary purpose of this position is to investigate all cases of communicable disease (including outbreaks) reported to the health department by providers, hospitals, laboratories, colleges, schools, universities, daycare centers, and other healthcare facilities and organizations. to report confirmed and suspected cases and outbreaks to the NC Division of Public Health; to ensure that appropriate control measures are implemented as needed and as required by NC Public health rules and laws; and to educate the community (including healthcare providers, facilities, organizations, and citizens) regarding all aspects of communicable disease.