New Job Epidemiology Program Manager In Virginia

Title: Epidemiology Program Manager

Hiring Range: $89,000 - $102,820

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Health

Location: VDH-Central Office

Agency Website: vdh.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the heath of Virginians. The epidemiology program manager is responsible for managing the Applied Research and Data Integration Program which coordinates activities related to public health research and data integration for Office of Epidemiology. The position will assist with data integration projects between divisions, offices and partners so that public health research and policy questions can be addressed. Work will include assisting with the Office of Epidemiology Annual Report and assistance with research, writing, editing, and collaboration with IRB.

At this level, positions in this role serve as a technical expert performing work of unusual difficulty requiring the independent management and technical supervision of statewide epidemiology programs to include planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating statewide epidemiology programs, researching and developing statewide policy and plans, as well as, coordinating local, district, and regional program performance. Positions in this role typically manage a departmental or program budget. Positions in this role routinely serve as the Principal Investigator for surveillance and/or research grants, as well as serve as a liaison and mentor for other work units, student internships, practicums, and/or other activities that strengthen the connection for public health workforce development. Positions in this role work under the limited supervision of a division department head while receiving guidance in the form of general goals to be accomplished and broad program policy. Monthly presentations to the Epidemiology Leadership Team will be expected with highlights on what to expect and what recent trends are for Virginians compared to the country.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to pass pre-appointment criminal records check and background investigation. Comprehensive knowledge of the cause, transmission, treatment, and prevention of communicable and other conditions of public health importance. Comprehensive knowledge of methods of public health surveillance and case, cluster, and outbreak investigations. Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding the reporting and control of disease. Considerable knowledge of biostatistics, computer data analysis, and data management techniques. Demonstrated ability to develop program goals and objectives and to evaluate program effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to train, supervise, and evaluate subordinates. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Demonstrated ability to collect and organize statistical data. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with health care professionals and the general public. Comprehensive experience in epidemiology, public health, or a related area to include experience in supervision or management.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with advanced course work in public health, epidemiology, or biostatistics or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Considerable experience using statistical software packages.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and
pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov. If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply! Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information:

Name: Sigrid Hancock

Phone: 804-864-7000

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.