HIV/AIDS Data Quality Consultant

State of North Carolina•Durham, NC

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About The Position

The HIV/AIDS Data Quality Consultant supports statewide HIV surveillance by maintaining accurate, timely data in the electronic HIV/AIDS Reporting System (eHARS) and the NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NC EDSS). The position evaluates case-reporting workflows, identifies cases requiring regional follow-up, and ensures that information is turned around quickly to support timely field investigation. The Consultant is the primary contact for Pediatric HIV surveillance activities and assists with data collection and documentation for pediatric cases. The role also provides technical expertise on required data submissions, system integration needs, and program reporting requirements. It requires independent work planning, consistent communication, strong data-management skills, and adherence to timelines, quality standards, and confidentiality expectations. The position is with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Communicable Disease Branch. It is 100% federally funded. The State of North Carolina offers health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave for eligible employees.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to work independently in non-handicapped accessible areas.

Nice To Haves

Experience interpreting and applying North Carolina public health reporting regulations for STD/HIV/AIDS cases, including disease-control policies and case-management protocols.
Experience using eHARS and NC EDSS to enter, review, and update HIV and STD surveillance data, including applying morbidity statistics and public health program evaluation principles.
Experience preparing and delivering clear written and verbal communications to diverse audiences and contributing to program planning or needs-assessment activities that support unit objectives.
Experience reviewing and processing detailed surveillance reports and evaluating data-processing workflows to identify errors, ensure accuracy, and support system improvement.
Experience collaborating with team members to resolve surveillance-processing issues, coordinate information flow, and maintain consistent data-quality standards.
Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and securely handling sensitive patient information in accordance with public health privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, up-to-date HIV surveillance data in eHARS and NC EDSS to support statewide reporting requirements.
Evaluate case-report workflows to determine which reports require regional follow-up and ensure timely referral for field investigation.
Serve as the primary contact for Pediatric HIV surveillance activities and coordinate data collection for pediatric cases.
Review incoming case information and ensure rapid turnaround so field staff can locate and interview individuals as quickly as possible.
Compile, print, and prepare data sets for program management and surveillance reporting needs.
Communicate clearly and concisely with program partners regarding data needs, reporting timelines, and documentation requirements.
Support preparation and submission of required monthly data transmissions to CDC and verify technical accuracy.
Identify opportunities to improve business processes, reporting workflows, and data-system integration.
Coordinate with internal program staff to resolve data discrepancies, address reporting issues, and maintain data-quality standards.
Manage self-directed daily work while adhering to required timelines, quality standards, and confidentiality expectations.