Indiana Cancer Registry Director

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Indiana Cancer Registry Director leads the development, administration, and evaluation of the Indiana State Cancer Registry at the Indiana Department of Health. The role manages registry operations and state and contracted vendor staff, and ensures required cancer data is collected, meets data quality and transparency standards, and is submitted for local, state, and federal use. The Director provides ongoing administrative and fiscal management, ensures timely completion of deliverables under the Indiana Comprehensive Cancer Control Cooperative Agreement for State and Territories, and meets applicable state requirements, statutes, and laws. The position serves as the registry’s public health and subject matter expert, supports and provides technical assistance to registry reporters and partners, and ensures compliance with relevant state and federal regulations. The work involves independent judgment, program assessment, reporting, and adapting to changing information. The role works with agency personnel and stakeholders in a standard office environment and requires occasional and/or overnight travel.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of program subject matter, such as relevant theories, principles, practices, laws, and strategies, acquired through experience and/or education; public health, epidemiology, and registry operations are preferred areas.
Advanced knowledge of the program area, including current and changing state and federal laws.
Advanced knowledge of the organization and functions of state and local partners.
Advanced knowledge of program planning and implementation techniques.
Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and recognize their far-reaching implications.
Ability to present complex public health theories and principles to internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders.
Ability to analyze information, evaluate results, select appropriate solutions, and solve problems.
Ability to prepare monthly finance and accounting reports for program budgets and grants.
For supervisory duties, ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
For supervisory duties, ability to provide feedback and guidance or corrective action, coach employees, and develop their skills.
A degree is not required; at least 9 years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Oncology Data Specialist Certification is strongly preferred.
Previous grants management experience is preferred.
Experience related to public health, epidemiology, and registry operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, administration, and evaluation of the Indiana State Cancer Registry and its related programs.
Manage registry staff, including state and contracted vendor staff, and ensure the team meets goals and objectives.
Meet cancer data collection requirements and submit data for local, state, and federal use.
Collaborate with registry and surveillance staff to meet data quality and transparency requirements.
Provide administrative and fiscal management for the cancer registry.
Ensure timely completion of registry deliverables under the Indiana Comprehensive Cancer Control Cooperative Agreement for State and Territories and applicable state requirements, statutes, and laws.
Serve as a subject matter expert on cancer registry operations, data collection, and data quality assurance for cancer surveillance initiatives.
Ensure compliance with related state and federal regulations.
Provide support and technical assistance to registry reporters and partners.
Establish and monitor public health program objectives, KPIs, and actions.
Direct, plan, or implement program policies, objectives, or activities to maintain operations and increase productivity.
Explain public health policies, rules, regulations, and laws to organizations, officials, and individuals.
Recommend and implement corrective action plans to address program problems.
Prepare reports for approval, including reports related to funding or implementation of services.
Direct or coordinate financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency.
Ensure program requirements comply with federal and state policies and grant requirements.
Develop and train employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage.
Coordinate and deliver communication plans and communications.
Serve on management committees or governing boards.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees, and support their professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate employee performance.
Ensure work meets quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match
Two fully funded pension plan options
Leave policies including paid New Parent Leave, paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, paid community service leave, combined vacation, personal, and sick leave, and paid holidays
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free parking for most positions
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