BFH NVDRS Outreach - Coordinator 1

University of New Orleans•Baton Rouge, LA

5d•$37,000 - $47,000

About The Position

Responsible for support of Louisiana Violent Death Reporting System (LA-VDRS) data collection activities for the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS). Supports the LA-VDRS team in conducting outreach to coroners and law enforcement agencies statewide to maintain access to records and open communication. Serves as the data collection liaison for the Bureau of Family Health (BFH) LA-VDRS initiative with law enforcement agencies and coroner offices. Ensures relevant law enforcement and coroner records data are collected in accordance with CDC standards for the NVDRS. Performs data entry. Assists with current data collection protocols for the NVDRS surveillance system. Participates in annual data closeout activities required by CDC. Participates on national TA and project calls with federal funders and required meetings and site visits as requested. Participates in internal staff, project, and professional development meetings and trainings as requested or assigned. Assists with special projects as requested or assigned. Supports the coordination and management of Emergency Operations during activation and as needed between events. Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, or Associates degree with 3 years professional experience, or 6 years professional experience in lieu of degree
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Great attention to detail and follow up
Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities
Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related fields.
Minimum 1 year professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or law enforcement-related field.
Minimum 1 year professional experience in data entry.
Minimum 1 year professional experience conducting outreach with law enforcement, coroners, first responders, or similar professions.
Relevant industry certifications.

Responsibilities

Support of Louisiana Violent Death Reporting System (LA-VDRS) data collection activities for the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS).
Conduct outreach to coroners and law enforcement agencies statewide to maintain access to records and open communication.
Serve as the data collection liaison for the Bureau of Family Health (BFH) LA-VDRS initiative with law enforcement agencies and coroner offices.
Ensure relevant law enforcement and coroner records data are collected in accordance with CDC standards for the NVDRS.
Perform data entry.
Assist with current data collection protocols for the NVDRS surveillance system.
Participate in annual data closeout activities required by CDC.
Participate on national TA and project calls with federal funders and required meetings and site visits as requested.
Participate in internal staff, project, and professional development meetings and trainings as requested or assigned.
Assist with special projects as requested or assigned.
Support the coordination and management of Emergency Operations during activation and as needed between events.
Perform other tasks as assigned.