Associate Lab Management Director bei Georgia Department of Public Health

About the Department

Pay Grade: Q

This is a GRANT FUNDED position and subject to available grant funds.

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• 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 the people of Georgia.  
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.

Position Duties

Associate Laboratory Management Director

This leadership position is responsible for operational logistics to support the Georgia Public Health Laboratory mission to provide accurate and timely diagnostic and surveillance testing. 

This position will assist the Laboratory Director with management of day-to-day operational tasks, including, strategic and programmatic planning, grant applications and content management, personnel management, management of legal and contractual issues of fiscal responsibility, security, maintenance and information systems to include direct management of Emergency Response and of Operations.

Essential Job Duties:

• Supervises day-to-day laboratory operations and activities on site ensuring that processes meet organizational requirements.
• Assists with development, review, revision, interpretation, and/or implementation for policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
• Coordinates interaction between department, agency, and facility operating units, other programs, and/or external customers as appropriate
• Provides direct supervision of staff. Approves or denies requests for leave and overtime. Completes all aspects of employee evaluations for merit employees
• Assists with laboratory initiatives including workforce development, and emergency readiness.
• Assists with development, implements, and monitors federal grant and workplans including development and monitoring of deliverables in contractual agreements.
• Collaborates with leadership and senior managers to develop and implement the program’s strategic goals in accordance with the mission of the agency.
• Assists with development of change management and workforce development initiatives.
• Analyzes data and prepares technical and administrative reports for the laboratory director, and for grants, publications and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains and fosters communication among staff and with public health partners and customers. Plans meetings and agendas.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Serves as integral member of the laboratory leadership team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 

or ten (10) years of related professional experience which includes six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 

or six (6) years of experience required at the lower level Sr Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM013) or position equivalent. 

Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in biological, health, or behavioral science, health practice, health education, public health, healthcare, or business administration, or a closely related field.
• Laboratory Regulations: Knowledge of the guidelines, regulations, including the application of compliance rules and criteria and the ability to make appropriate decisions.
• Program and policy management: Plans, coordinates, and monitors program initiatives particularly as they relate to public health or laboratory management or grant management.
• Equivalent combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Special consideration will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience directly related to the job duties

Other Qualifications

The DPH Commissioner and agency 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 help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email [email protected]. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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 receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.