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Position InformationJob DescriptionWould you like to work for one of Virginia’s largest state agencies, dedicated to the health and well-being of all people in the state? The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is looking for an experienced individual to lead the Division of Clinical Epidemiology in the Office of Epidemiology. This position directs all program activities for the division, including establishing, developing, and maintaining standards, policies, and programmatic activities for tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control, newcomer health, and healthcare associated infection (HAI) prevention and control, which includes programs related to antibiotic resistance (AR). Ensures comprehensive statewide surveillance for TB and HAI. Oversees the development of standards or guidance for clinical epidemiology programs; prioritizes use of resources and exercises independence and initiative to enhance and expand programs and pursue financial support for new activities; manages all operational, technical, administrative, and programmatic activities associated with service delivery; determines the public health risks and provides advice on prevention and control measures for TB and HAI/AR; develops initiatives, and implements strategies to meet program objectives. Serves as a secondary point of contact to DCE programmatic leads between the agency and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal agencies on TB, newcomer health issues, and HAI/AR. Participates in the design, implementation and evaluation of public health programs in response to emerging epidemiologic trends in TB, refugee health and HAI/AR. Coordinates with expert clinical consultants to provide training and consultation to health department staff and community practitioners. Determines public health implications of various legislative and regulatory proposals. Reviews and approves expenditures and contract and procurement actions, and determines equipment, staff, and supply needs.Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of public health standards, principles and processes; clinical standards and case management of TB and HAIs; grants management and contract guidelines; disease investigation/surveillance techniques; public health program development and evaluation, and quality assurance techniques. Strong data analysis, program management, computer and database management; excellent oral and written communication, decision making, and supervisory skills. Ability to prepare and manage grants and budgets; conduct research, make recommendations and apply findings; develop and execute goals and objectives; develop and conduct training; supervise staff and evaluate the work of others; maintain strong professional relationships with various stakeholders; interpret and implement policies and procedures; provide technical assistance.Preferred QualificationsAdvanced degree in public health or nursing, and/or nursing experience with concentration in infectious disease preferred. Applying for and managing substantial grants from various sources (such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) preferred.Special RequirementsEmployment 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. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code § 2.2-3114). Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions.Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants needing visa sponsorship need not apply. VDH only accepts online applications received by 11:59pm on closing date. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.VDH employees have shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website at www.vdh.virginia.gov. VDH is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of our workforce. As a V3 organization, VDH honors the Commonwealth’s veteran’s hiring preference.State agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.Contact InformationNameBianca Stewart WilliamsPhone804-864-8142Emailbianca.stewart@vdh.virginia.govWorking Title: Human Services Program DirectorRole Title: Prog Admin Manager III - 19216Job Open Date: 09/06/2019Open Until Filled: YesIs this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)?: NoHiring Range: $95,000-$105,000Agency: Dept of Health (601)Agency Website: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/Location: Richmond (City) - 760Position Number: EP163Job Posting Number: 1057144Type of Recruitment: General Public - GDoes this position have telework options?: YesBilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement/Preference: NoJob Type: Full-Time (Salaried)Job Type Detail: Full-Time Salaried - Non-Faculty- FTS-1Pay Band: 06
