Laboratory Outreach Coordinator
Laboratory Outreach Coordinator
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- *The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $53164 - $68759*
The North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH) provides a multifaceted array of services including Laboratory Testing Training/Consultation and Certification. The NCSLPH provides more than 125 clinical laboratory tests and more than 65 environmental laboratory tests to the public and private medical health care system in North Carolina. In addition to performing complex laboratory analyses and examinations the NCSLPH publishes a newsletter; provides training and consultation for local health departments hospitals commercial laboratories private health care professionals community-based organizations and State and regional staff from the Division of Public Health and other state and regional agencies; and administers proficiency testing programs. This array of services benefits the general population of North Carolina by enhancing both human and environmental health along with effective disease control and prevention efforts.
The Laboratory Outreach Coordinator works in the Quality Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to provide effective methods of communication and education to external customers and partners and to plan and conduct educational programs to meet organizational training needs within the State Laboratory. This position will also assist with the administration of the State Laboratory public website and ensure adherence to guidelines set forth by the Public Affairs section of the DPH Office of Communications.
The Staff Development Specialist II duties will include but are not limited to:- Conducting outreach initiatives with colleges universities reference laboratories and other outside agencies
- Serving as a liaison to the laboratories external customers and partners using written verbal and electronic methods of communication to convey important laboratory information
- Assessing training needs of the laboratory and external partners and developing training/education to meet those needs
- Locating continuing education/professional development opportunities that will expand the knowledge of laboratory staff
- Consulting with other staff members and partners to stay current on federal and state regulations that impact laboratory practice; and incorporate changes into training material.
- Developing/leading intern and fellowship opportunities for the laboratory
- Participation and sponsorship of career fairs and exhibits to showcase the public health workforce
- Assisting with laboratory website and technical media administration
- Collaborating with laboratory units and colleagues to promote laboratory professionals week and other team building activities throughout laboratory
About the Division of Public Health and the State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH):
At the State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH) we provide medical and environmental laboratory services such as testing consultation and training to public and private health provider organizations responsible for the promotion protection and assurance of the health of North Carolina citizens. The NCSLPH serves the entire state as a reference laboratory for difficult unusual or otherwise unavailable laboratory procedures and assists in the development evaluation and standardization of medical and environmental laboratory testing procedures. We provide training and consultation to improve and assure quality services in other laboratories and certify milk and water laboratories and milk analysts.
Visit our website athttps:// to learn more.Campus Amenities and Benefits at the State Laboratory of Public Health
We are located in Raleigh NC. According to Forbes we are ranked as one of the top 20 best places to retire and the 2nd most educated city in the country. US News & World ranks Raleigh among the top 15 places to live in the U.S.- 220000 square feet state-of-the-art facility
- Plentiful Free Parking
- Easy access to highways (70 40 and 440) NC Museum of Art Umstead State Park healthcare providers and shopping centers
- Proximity to globally and nationally ranked universities (NC State UNC-Chapel Hill Duke)
- Patio Dining with Umbrellas
- Food Trucks
- Car Cleaning and Detailing Services On-site
- Annual Flu Shot Clinic for Employees and Families
- Career development classes including opportunities for traveling
- Employee Engagement and Staff Development Activities
- State Health Plan and State of NC Employee Benefits
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service leave. In addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesListed below are the knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs along with the minimum education and experience listed are required in order to be deemed eligible for the position therefore you must provide supporting information within the body of your application to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following: - Experience creating educational or instructional content tailored to diverse audiences and organizational objectives.
- Experience delivering content through a range of communication channels adapting style and format to meet audience needs.
- Experience applying new tools and approaches to enhance online learning.
- Experience planning and managing outreach or engagement activities to foster collaboration and achieve program goals.
- Experience evaluating websites and recommending improvements in alignment with guidelines
set forth by the Division of Public Health Office of Communications.
Management Preferences: Management prefers experience with using web technology to present live meetings and distance learning programs.
Physical Requirements: An occupational medical assessment may be required to determine your ability to safely work with biological chemical or radiological hazards. This position may also require periodic medical screenings to confirm safety practices are effectively preventing occupational injury or illness. All costs associated with obtaining occupational health services are covered by NCSLPH.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of training development experience in a progressive training or teaching role
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked education with the date graduated all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicantsmay be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trustwill be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicants transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
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