Description
Pay Grade: N
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
The Field Service management position provides direct oversight of our Immunization Regional Consultants (13 staff), Vaccines for Children (VFC) training and compliance visits, and school audit and assessment activities.
In addition to the broad responsibilities listed above, this position is also responsible for the following duties:
- Approval of Travel Request for each Field Staff team member. Staff are on constant travel status as they are responsible for completing various training and compliance visits with public and private providers in Georgia, enrolled in the VFC or Adult Vaccine Programs (AVP)
- Approval travel and leave request for direct reports according to DPH policy
- Serve as final review and approver and monitor compliance site visit progress in the appropriate federal database.
- Serve as CDC liaison for Georgia Specific VFC compliance questions and reporting (e.g., conducted through CDC’s PEAR and PAPA systems)
- Working with the Program Director and other section managers, complete areas of the Immunization and VFC grant application as assigned
- Work with state, district and local partners to help identify training needs and provide other technical assistance to internal and external partners when applicable.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree in a related filed from an accredited college or university AND Two years of management/supervisory experience in health care services.
OR
Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Three years of management/supervisory experience in health care services.
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Four years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Two years of experience at the lower level Mgr 2, Hlth Care (HCM011) or position equivalent.
Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
All approved teleworking employees must reside within the state of Georgia and depending on the responsibilities of the position, must live within reasonable driving distance of the agency’s primary worksite and be able to report to the office when required.
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.