Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Manager

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Arlington, TX

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Deputy Regional Director (DRD), position performs highly complex senior level managerial work overseeing the operations and activities of the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (PHEPR) program in DSHS Public Health Region (PHR) 2/3 with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Supervises seven (7) program team members and manages day-to-day activities of the program. Establishes, in collaboration and consultation with the Regional Medical Director and DRD, strategic goals, objectives and priorities for the regional PHEPR program. Plans, assigns, and supervises timely and accurate completion of all program work. Develops and monitors program budgets. Oversees and directs the planning and response activities related to planning / response functions and collaborates with the region's Chief Epidemiologist to respond to infectious diseases-related emergencies, all-hazard emergencies, bioterrorism events, and other public health emergencies. Develops and implements procedures and protocols to improve public health preparedness and response. Serves as regional subject matter expert on public health emergency preparedness activities. Works with DSHS Center for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (CHEPR) in Austin to ensure coordination and integration of statewide planning efforts. Serves as a member of the region's Incident Command Structure in response to public health emergencies. May be required to work other than normal business hours and locations to respond to public health emergencies. Must comply with HHS, DSHS, Texas Department of Public Safety applicable policies / procedures / standards. Independent travel throughout the State of Texas is required to meet the Essential Job Functions of this position. This position is office-based in the Arlington Office, Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a public health-related field.
Documented in application at least 5 years of direct program management experience, including but not limited to planning, implementation, budgeting, and evaluation.
Documented in application at least 3 years of direct personnel management experience including but not limited to Human Resources (HR) actions such as hiring and dismissal as well as planning, directing, and evaluating the work of others.
Documented in application public health preparedness, emergency management, or disaster response experience.
Ability to travel independently throughout the State of Texas up to 30% of the time to complete essential job functions.
Texas Driver's license or driver's license from another state with the intent to obtain a Texas driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in a public health-related field.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/DEVELOPMENT: Collaborates with RMD and DRD to develop strategic goals and plans. Performs advanced managerial work overseeing and directing the operations and activities of the PHR 2/3 PHEPR program team that is responsible for Emergency Support Function (ESF) 8 public health and medical emergency planning. Develops and maintains effective relationships and networks of communication with local, regional and state partners. Attends program meetings within the region and statewide, many of which are in-person meetings and may require overnight travel. Provides technical review and approval of standard operating guidelines for response plans. Coordinates with DSHS CHEPR and other DSHS Public Health Regions to develop strategies, goals, and standards associated with public health preparedness and response activities. Plans and coordinates the development and implementation of the Regional Health and Medical Operations Center (RHMOC). Serves as the RHMOC Director during public health emergencies. Provides oversight and coordination of trainings offered to internal and external partners. Completion of these EJF's requires independent travel throughout the state of Texas.
MANAGEMENT OF PEOPLE: Provides day-to-day activity coordination, coaching, guidance, and performance management of PHEPR program team members, who are located across PHR 2/3. Performs all personnel management activities in accordance with agency policy including but not limited to job posting, hiring, performance management (including disciplinary actions), employee recognition, time and leave management, and travel review and approval. Completion of these EJF's require independent travel, as team is headquartered in several offices in PHR 2/3.
BUDGET MANAGEMENT: Plans and manages the budget for PHR 2/3 PHEPR program. Ensures effective and appropriate use of funds and requests additional funds, as needed. Coordinates with program staff, the regional budget analyst, DRD, RMD, and other programs to plan the fiscal year's budget and address any budgetary issues in a timely manner.
PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY / DISASTER RESPONSE / RECOVERY: Participates in regional special projects and assignments. Be on call, as needed, to respond to public health emergencies. May be required to work other than normal business hours, an alternate shift pattern assignment, and/or location to respond to public health emergencies. Completes Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 courses. Expected to support statewide efforts in case of an emergency response. Maintains compliance with DSHS Policy, Fleet Operations and Management & Procedures and Standards, and a current valid Texas Driver's License. Completion of these EJF's require independent travel throughout the State of Texas.

Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

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