Associate Deputy Director - Lab
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- Public Health, Georgia Department of - DPH
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- 13 hours ago Post Date
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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- 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 Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – 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 you
This leadership position is responsible for regulatory, and operational logistics to support the Georgia Public Health Laboratory mission to provide accurate and timely diagnostic and surveillance testing.
This position will assist the Deputy Director with management of day-to-day operational tasks, including, strategic and programmatic planning, management of legal and contractual issues fiscal responsibility, , security, maintenance, quality assurance, and information systems to include direct management of Emergency Response, Administrative Operations and Quality and Assurance.
Essential Job Duties:
- Supervises day to day laboratory operational and activities 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 accreditation, safety, workforce development, quality improvement and readiness.
- Assists with development, implements, and monitors federal grant budgets and workplans including development and monitoring of 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.
- 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 lab leadership team.
- Other Duties as assigned.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE. YOU MUST APPLY AT
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph
TO APPLY:
In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the GA Department of Public Health’s Online Employment Application.
This job application can be found at www.dph.georgia.gov. Click on "About DPH" and then “Careers” and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION AT https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph