Title: Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) Program Coordinator-61053184
Location: Columbia SC United States
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
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Provides technical and professional services in immunization section.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively.
Strong communication (written and oral) and professional presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners.
Responsible for working collaboratively with internal program leads including IIS, data modernizing team, and relevant other stakeholders. Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans. Does not supervise other staff.
Provide help desk assistance using a health informatic system.
Data modernization, data quality improvement and de-duplication assistance.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional experience as a planner, researcher or statistician.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefers a master's degree in public health, epidemiology, or Health Promotion and Education and two (2) years of experience in managing and working in registry or health informatics.
Additional Comments
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
EEO: SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for temporary grant positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Primary Member, Spouse, and Children (must average at least 30 hours a week to be eligible)
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions
