DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizonas children and adults. Our mission is to promote protect and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care science public policy and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.

Address:250 N 17th Ave

Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary: $93500

Grade: 25

This position which reports to the Laboratory Assistant Bureau Chief plans directs and coordinates all activities within the Office ofChemistry. The Office Chief Senior (Chemistry) is responsible for assuring that all procedures and protocols are conducted according tothe approved Laboratory Quality Assurance Program the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines ISO/IEC (International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission) 17025 requirements and other accreditation bodies. The position provides strategic direction management and oversight for component programs and projects program and grant budgets workload review quality assurance and laboratory safety. This position is responsible for the recruitingmanagement and career development of all program staff including subordinate supervisors. This position may also act as ordelegate the role of Laboratory Technical Supervisor if qualified to do so under CLIA.

Organize plan and direct all activities within the Office of Chemistry. Ensure effective coordination between theindividual sections as well as effective integration with other ADHS programs state and federal agencies working groups and universities. Monitor and report on all aspects of program quality assurance quality control and performance.
Work closely with the Laboratory Business Manager who is responsible for the oversight of all businessfunctions for the Office of Chemistry to develop and monitor annual budgets and approve allocations andpurchases.
Maintain technical competency through the review of scientific and technical journals and maintenance ofrequired Chemistry method competencies.
Plan and evaluate personnel performance including evaluations and hiring.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge of:
Technical and specialist knowledge
(principles of Chemistry and Toxicology
principles behind analytical methods and
instrumentation practical applications of
analytical methods environmental sampling
sample preservation and safe handling
procedures scientific terminology).
Computer applications.
Business principles.
Budgeting.
Contracting.
Safety.
Quality assurance practices.
Arizonas legislative processes and
systems.
Agency Department Division and Bureau
policies and regulations including personnel
related items.
Performance Management (PM) and
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and
Lean methodologies.

Skill in:
Management planning and budgeting
skills.
Organizational skills for developing and
implementing plans for an organization.
Must be able to manage people to
accomplish the prescribed objectives.
Needs familiarity with scientific and medical
concepts to consult with internal and external
stakeholders and the general public.
Communication skills include writing and
public speaking to communicate plans
budgets and public health ideas.
Annual competencies in Chemistry
laboratory methods

Ability to:
Analyze public health problemsinterpret results data and
organize responses for the States public health policy plans and actions.
Teaching ability.
Interpretation and application of results.
Computer use.
Support a diverse multicultural workforce
that reflects the community promotes equal
opportunity at all levels of publicemployment and creates an inclusive work
environment that enables all individuals toperform to their fullest potential free from
discrimination.

Bachelors Degree in chemistry biochemistry or related laboratory science field and five years of professional experience and experience
with supervisory or management responsibilities. A Masters degree in a related field may substitute for two years of related experience.
Experience in working in the field of clinical or environmental testing is preferred.A candidate is eligible as a technical supervisor must meet the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CUA) minimum requirements for theperformance of high complexity testing as defined in the CUA regulations subpart D.1489(b) 2(i).See the following link: Requirements:

Drivers License
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental LeaveUp to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newlyplaced foster/adopted child (pilot program).
10 paid holidays per year
Wellness program and plans
Life insurance
Short/longterm disability insurance
Defined retirement plan
Awardwinning Infant at Work program
Credit union membership
Transit subsidy
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words you and the State will each pay 50 of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27week wait period for contributions to begin.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing Tammy Kaczmarek at Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to EVerify Employment Eligibility Verification.