District Process Improvement Coordinator

Pay Grade: M

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Who We Are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• 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 the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture Work in a 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 yourself.

Under general supervision responsible for all aspects of various projects of a moderately complex nature. Responsible for assembling project team assigning individual responsibilities identifying appropriate resources needed and developing schedule to ensure timely completion of project. Communicates with Program Managers and other managerial staff as needed. Assign work of subordinate staff. Will manage large numbers of agency staff or have large scope of responsibility within agency.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Study Design & Data Collection: Design methods for collecting health data and surveillance programs. Ensuring the study is methodologically sound and can produce reliable and valid results
• Data Analysis: Identify trends patterns and correlations related to key demographic and socioeconomic factors in the district.
• Interpretation & Reporting: Translate outputs into clear actionable insights for non-experts preparing reports and visualizations for various audiences.
• Collaboration: Work closely with epidemiologists nurses district leadership District Health Director and other public health professionals on research surveillance and program evaluation.
• Quality Control: Ensure data integrity and accuracy implementing checks to maintain reliability in analyses.
• Policy & Program Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of public health initiatives policies and interventions.
• Public Education: Create materials (infographics articles) to inform communities about health issues promoting healthier behaviors.

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of professional level experience related to the area of assignment;
or
Two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Project Mgr (Non-IT) 1 (GSP110).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and significant experience in Public Health to understand the complex nature of provided services and diverse populations served. Knowledge of and proficiency in the different computer programs used in Public Health. Excellent communication and presentation skills are needed to be successful in the position.

Work Conditions & Physical Demands:

Office work environment and may lift up to 25 lbs.

Core Competencies:

Analytical/Assessment Skills:Employs ethical principles in the collection maintenance use and dissemination of data and information.

Policy Development/ Program Planning Skills:Develops strategies for continuous quality improvement.

Communication Skills:Communicates in writing and orally in person and through electronic means with linguistic and cultural proficiency.

Cultural Competency Skills:Responds to diverse needs that are the result of cultural differences.

Community Dimensions of Practice Skills:Promotes public health policies programs and resources.

Public Health Science Skills:Uses evaluation results to improve programs/services and organizational performance.

Financial Planning and Management Skills:Promotes public health policies programs and resources.

Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills: Incorporates ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals organizations and communities.

The DPH Commissioner and agency 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 help employees meet their wellness goals.A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board 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 is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of DPH 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. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process email .

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 receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule training opportunities health insurance employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS) deferred compensation 13 paid holidays vacation and sick leave paid parental leave dental vision long-term care and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.