Director of Information Technology

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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.

South Health District is seeking an experienced IT Director to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Districts information technology operations infrastructure and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. This position is responsible for managing IT services network security system administration technical support and the implementation maintenance and optimization of EHR systems to support clinical operations and public health service delivery. The IT Director ensures data security system reliability regulatory compliance and effective integration of technology solutions while collaborating with District leadership and clinical staff to improve operational efficiency data management and patient care.

Core Responsibilities:

Direct and oversee all information technology operations systems

infrastructure applications (e.g. EHR) and technical support throughout

South Health District including day-to-day management of servers networks

cloud platforms hardware/software applications etc.

Effectively communicate complex technical information needs and

solutions to leadership managers and non-technical staff in a clear concise

and easily understandable manner.

Ensure IT systems and EHR operations comply with HIPAA cybersecurity

standards and applicable state and federal regulations.

Collaborate with clinical staff and leadership to improve EHR functionality

workflow efficiency data accuracy and patient care services.

Coordinate technology initiatives system integrations and IT projects with

the Georgia Department of Public Health and external vendors.

Develop and implement IT policies security protocols disaster recovery

plans and technology improvement strategies.

Oversee IT budgeting equipment procurement vendor contracts and

technology resource allocation.

Supervise and mentor IT personnel and provide strategic technology

guidance to support the Districts public health mission.

Additional Information:

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 include .

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 consideredbut 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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.