Deputy Director, State Public Health Laboratory

Pay Grade: R

• 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 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 senior management position serves as the certified clinical laboratory Deputy Director for the Georgia Public Health Laboratory (GPHL). Functioning under the direction of the Georgia Public Health Laboratory Director in Decatur Georgia this position supervises scientific managers professional/technical staff and administrative support positions. GPHL consists of two state laboratories primarily located in Decatur GA with a secondary location in Waycross GA.

Collects and disseminates data between Decatur PHL and Waycross PHL. Will serve as laboratory liaison between the two state laboratory locations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Directs the functions of the Georgia Public Health Lab
• Supervises Support Services including the leads of offices for CLIA (Clinical laboratory improvement amendments) compliance quality system management and records
• Serves as technical consultant for all services in the GPHL
• Leads GPHL goals and initiatives
• Coordinates lab integration and implementation of administrative and technical changes
• Collects and disseminates data
• Works with GPHL Director to plan and convene partner meetings for information sharing and problem-solving sessions for optimal communication and lab operation
• Administratively directs Lab Managers for leadership development and laboratory performance

• Provides QC consultation as needed
• Leads preparations for laboratory inspections in collaboration with quality safety leaders and other GPHL professionals
• Participates in planning organizing and implementing laboratory programs and changes
• Handles special assignments and projects as directed
• Conducts annual surveillance to ensure that both State and Federal licensure requirements are met
• Provides recommendations and action plans for training of GPHL personnel
• Direct and assists in evaluation of new test procedure

• Attends and participates in professional and scientific workshops seminars and meetings (as GPHL funding will allow and as approved by the GPHL Director)
• Collects and disseminates data between WPHL and GPHL
• Shares information with Administration and Management team on professional and scientific activities
• Shares information with Lab Managers and staff regarding professional and scientific activities
• Gives lectures and presentations as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Masters degree in healthcare services or related field from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of professional managerial or supervisory experience in healthcare services or four (4) years of experience at the lower-level Dir Healthcare (HCM014) or position equivalent.
Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in a related filed from an accredited college or university AND Four years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Two years at the lower level (HCM013) or position equivalent

Education & Licensure Requirements:

• Must possess an earned doctoral 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 possess certification as a High Complexity Laboratory Director (HCLD) or similarly qualifying certification for clinical lab directorship or pass an approved certifying examination within eighteen (18) months of hire date as a condition of employment.
• U.S. citizenship required and must pass Select Agent (SA) security clearance: ( Requirements:
  At least 2 years of demonstrated technical experience in a clinical laboratory.
  

The DPH Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

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 of physical activity can be allocated per workday typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees diplomas licensures and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment 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.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) email a 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 e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the 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.