Congenital Syphilis Manager

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Performs advanced managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of the Congenital Syphilis Epidemiology and Surveillance program. Work involves managing highly specialized employees; oversight of strategic planning and program implementation; establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, policies, rules and regulations. Monitors compliance with procedures, policies, rules and regulations; managing evaluation activities; developing and approving schedules; developing and evaluating budget requests, monitoring budget expenditures and making adjustments as necessary; and setting priorities and developing project plans with timelines and delineation of responsibilities and standards for achieving established goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF 1: Oversees the development and evaluation of systems to manage funds and oversees staff responsible for execution of the CS epidemiology and surveillance systems in collaboration with HIV/STD Prevention and Surveillance staff. Develops, implements, and evaluates all systems and policies for providing services related to CS epidemiology and surveillance. Represents the programs in strategic planning activities/meetings related to the provision of services and systems capacity building. Oversees the development of programmatic and reporting rules in coordination with the Unit, Section, and Office of General Counsel. Oversees internal and external audits and special investigations relative to areas of responsibility, in coordination with the Unit and Section. (30%)

EJF 2: Develops and monitors implementation of strategic plan for delivery of program services for people with applicable diagnosis CS; oversees use of federal grant funds and general revenue funds for CS epidemiology and surveillance. Oversees the development of the operational plans and reports as required by Unit Director, federal funding agencies, DSHS, HHSC and the Texas Legislature. Examines program performance indicators and progress towards goals and works with program staff to develop improvement plans. Oversees development of special projects for CS surveillance. (25%)

EJF 3: Planning, assigning, and overseeing the work of program staff; interviewing and selection; developing performance standards; ensuring appropriate orientation processes for new staff; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring the priority goals and objectives for each employee are met; providing performance counseling, mentoring and guidance and staff development opportunities. Develops procedures and work systems to manage heavy workloads with frequent deadlines. Ensures staff complete agency required trainings. Conducts individual and group meetings with staff on a regular basis to communicate information and oversee activities (25%)

EJF 4: Develops and evaluates budget requests to support CS epidemiology and surveillance activities. Oversees and provides analysis of program budget projections. Creates program expenditure plans for federal and state; works with program staff to monitor program expenditures to assure that requirements for administrative caps and earmarks are met. (15%)

EJF 5: Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to HIV/STD/HCV; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Knowledge of HIV/STD/HCV disease management, diagnosis, epidemiology, transmission, and prevention.
• Knowledge of the disease processes of HIV and STDs.
• Knowledge of budgeting process, contract development and grant writing.
• Skill in managing HIV/STD/HCV epidemiology and surveillance programs.
• Skill in communication with stakeholder groups and in building consensus.
• Skill in managing complex projects.
• Skill in supervision and team building.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems, and in the operation of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to manage the assigned program; to direct and organize program activities.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives that support strategic plans.
• Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems, to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to develop policy, procedure, rules, and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to develop and manage grants and contracts.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A 

Initial Screening Criteria:

1. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public health, social work, nursing, community health improvement, biology, or related field. Relevant Master’s or Doctoral degree preferred. Two years of full-time relevant work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

2. Two or more years work experience in public health, public administration, policy development, grants development, or a related field. HIV/STD or related experience required.

3. At least two years full-time work experience in development and production of oral, written and/or electronic communication products.

4. Experience with budgeting process, RFA process, contract development and grant writing preferred.

5. Experience with infectious disease management, diagnosis, epidemiology, transmission, and prevention. Direct experience with HIV or STDs preferred.

Additional Information:

Assessment required following the interview. 

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form