Health Program Manager 4 (Laboratory Operations Manager PCN 061136)

Job Description Join the Department of Health!

This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.

What You Will Be Doing: As the Laboratory Operations Manager in Public Health Laboratories, you will provide operational leadership to the Department of Health. Your role will ensure that laboratory logistics and facilities support accurate scientific data collection for disease surveillance, prevention, and control. In this position, you will represent the Chief in their absence and act as directed by them.

You will address various logistical components, legal and contractual issues, strategic planning, fiscal responsibility, billing, facility safety, security, maintenance, quality assurance, and developing public health policies related to laboratories in coordination with the Chief. Additionally, you may represent the public health laboratories before the legislature and other public bodies and prepare and respond to inquiries from the Department of Law and public reviews when regulations affecting our daily practices require interpretation. Mission and Values/Culture: The mission of the Division of Public Health is to protect and promote the health of Alaskans. As a member of our team, you will contribute every day to the improvement of the health of Alaskans and their families. Accountability:

We are committed to the responsible use of human, financial, and environmental resources. Respect:

We provide services without discrimination or judgment. Human Potential:

We are committed to developing each Alaskan's potential as a healthy individual as well as fostering strong, healthy communities. Integrity:

We are honest and ethical in all we do. Scientific Excellence:

We are committed to adding to and contributing to the body of scientific knowledge and using the best available knowledge and data to set public health policy. Who We Are Looking For: The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below: Strategic Thinking:

Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks. Safety Engineering:

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to identify, control, mitigate, and eliminate safety hazards in the design and use of facilities, equipment, operations, and work processes. Compliance:

Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance. Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biological, health or behavioral science; health practice; education; public, healthcare, or business administration; or a closely related field; AND/OR Progressively responsible professional supervisory experience performing health program planning, development, coordination, evaluation, or implementation; providing technical health care assistance and consultation; conducting health care utilization or quality assurance examinations; and/or delivering health care service. Special Note:

Agencies employing Health Program Managers are responsible for administering a wide range of medical, behavioral, and social health insurance programs for children and adults. Positions typically focus on a particular health area. Additional Required Information: Three (3) professional references whom we may contact by phone, one (1) of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor. A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts). Contact Information: For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Name/Title:

Jayme Parker/ Chief, Public Health Laboratories Phone:

907-371-1005 Email:

jayme.parker@alaska.gov

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