Associate Manager Bacteriology
Associate Manager Bacteriology
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$ 64000 - 72500
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- Pay Grade: L
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 wellbeing; 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 witha 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 longterm career
- Take Part in a Handson Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problemsolving 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
The Division of Microbiology at the Georgia Public Health Laboratory (GPHL) is responsible for detecting identifying and reporting communicable diseases in the State of Georgia. The Division is responsible for maintaining expertise and capability in a wide variety of public health microbiology specialties including Bacteriology.
The GPHL is seeking an experienced laboratory professional with a strong clinical background to oversee the Bacteriology unit in the Microbiology Department. The incumbent will serve as the Associate Manager for Bacteriology testing and support programmatic activities such as PulseNet Advance Molecular Detection and the Emerging Infections Program. The unit provides testing on clinical specimens supporting outbreak investigations and surveillance activities across the State of Georgia. This midlevel manager position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Bacteriology Parasitology and Mycobacteriology.
As the supervisor of this unit the incumbent will be responsible for the oversight of direct reports and managing daytoday operational activities that include all aspects of specimen receipt processing and testing. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the completeness accuracy and timeliness of reporting and approving results. This person also will ensure that there is adequate inventory to perform all tests and will work with the Deputy Director to ensure the most current test methods and instrumentation are being used.
The candidate will collaborate with both internal and external partners including laboratory colleagues in various departments the quality assurance team epidemiologists medical professionals and professionals at the CDC. To be considered for this position the individual must meet the qualifications of a general supervisor for the specialty microbiology and subspeciality mycobacteriology under CLIA. Job Responsibilities
Administrative
- Createlabworkandcleaningrotationschedulesapproveleaveandhirestaff.
- Conductperformanceevaluations.
- MakedecisionsregardingpromotionsanddisciplinaryactionsinconsultationwiththeDeputy Director.
- Provideworkforce/professionaldevelopmentopportunitiesforthestaff.
- Providecoachingandmentoringstaffrecognitionandcrosstrainingopportunities.
- Ensurethatcompetencyassessmentsproficiencytestingandpreventivemaintenancepaperwork are updated and organized.
- Communicate with the Deputy Director regularly as lab needs arise.
- Oversee all daily operations of the bacteriology lab units.
- Oversees laboratory supply and stock reagent inventory and ordering.
- Oversees the quality control and quality assurance activities for the unit.
- Ensures adherence to biosafety protocols.
- Assists with grants and contracts as assigned by the Department Deputy Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in a related science area from an accredited college or university certification as a Medical Technologist MT (ASCP) and four 4 years of jobrelated science experience
OR
Two 2 years of experience at the lower level Medical/Clinical Specialist 3 (LSP012 or equivalent position.
Education & Licensure Requirements:
Must possess an earned bachelors degree in biology microbiology chemistry or related fields; and must either be certified or eligible for certification by an accepted certifying agency. Must submit international evaluation if degree was granted by a foreign educational institution.
Must meet Federal CLIA 88 personnel requirements for General Supervisor in a highcomplexity laboratory. possess certification as a Medical Technologist (MT)at the time of hire
OR
2 Years or supervisory experience at the time of hire and pass an approved certifying examination within eighteen 18 months of hire date as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the minimum qualifications preference will be given to applicants who possess the following:- Experience working in a BSL3 laboratory.
- UnderstandingofmolecularbiologytechniquessuchasPCR.
- KnowledgeofCLIA regulations.
- Demonstratedsuccesssupervisingaworkunitinapublichealthlaboratoryorregulated microbiology/molecular diagnostic laboratory.
- Effectiveorganizationalandtimemanagementskills.
- Abilitytothinkcriticallyandstrategically.
- Acollaborativeteamplayerwithanopenmindsetwhoexhibitsemotionalintelligence.
- Theabilitytoeffectivelycommunicateverballyandinwritingwithfederalstateandregional partners.
- The ability to workin a fastpaced teamenvironment remain positive and poised under pressure and handle sensitive situations diplomatically and professionally.
- Exhibitsprofessionalismhonestyandintegrityandcanmaintainconfidentiality.
- Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to foster an environment of inclusion where all employees are treated respectfully and are valued for their strengths.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and wellbeing.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities generally in the form of two 15minute breaks or one 30minute break.
Employment Information
All approved teleworking employees must reside within the state of Georgia and depending on the responsibilities of the position must live within reasonable driving distance of the agencys primary worksite and beable to report to the office when required.
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
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 email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
