PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER B-SES - 64084644

State of Florida • Saint Petersburg, FL

10d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Health Services Manager is responsible for program management and oversight of the Epidemiology Program in the Disease Control Division, including lead prevention and healthcare-acquired infections. The position performs complex technical, analytical, and consultative work involving disease surveillance, assessment, management, analysis, and program planning in Pinellas County. This is an internal promotional opportunity, and only current Florida Department of Health employees will be considered.

The manager supervises and provides technical assistance to staff, oversees program performance and compliance, and coordinates communicable disease investigations and outbreak responses with healthcare facilities, public health programs, community partners, and emergency response teams. The role also oversees lead poisoning prevention activities, program budgets and contracts, and public-facing health education. The position is based at the Department of Health in Pinellas County in St. Petersburg, Florida. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duties outside normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience working within an Epidemiology Program, including responsibilities for disease reporting and investigation.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Knowledge of principles of epidemiology.
• Knowledge of state statutes and laws regarding disease reporting.
• Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, including effectively in English.
• Ability to operate a computer and software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to develop manuals, policies, procedures, standards, and rules.
• Must be a current Florida Department of Health employee to be considered for this internal promotional opportunity.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in public health or equivalent.
• Three years of experience investigating high-profile diseases and coordinating outbreak efforts.
• Three years of experience providing education and/or training to community audiences.
• Budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records relevant to communicable disease investigations and conduct or participate in disease alerts as needed to help contain disease spread.
• Collaborate with infection control practitioners in hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities to identify, investigate, and control infectious diseases.
• Prepare surveillance reports, data summaries, and other documentation for publication, presentation, or dissemination; coordinate with the Surveillance Program on charts and graphs; and conduct studies and investigations of significant public health outbreaks.
• Ensure data entry, analysis, and evaluation for communicable disease prevention and control, including foodborne and waterborne illnesses and seasonal or pandemic influenza.
• Collect and transmit appropriate laboratory specimens and monitor clients and susceptible contacts during potentially infectious periods or periods of probable onset to support follow-up and control measures.
• Monitor, evaluate, and ensure quality and timeliness of program performance and compliance with applicable statutes, Program Office requirements, and CDC requirements.
• Ensure the DOH-Pinellas on-call response has accurate and timely information; work with the immunization program on vaccine management for vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Conduct rabies investigations and ensure appropriate pre-exposure or post-exposure prophylaxis when needed; keep program standard operating policies and procedures current and accurate.
• Supervise and provide technical assistance to direct reports responsible for infection control protocols, Hospital Acquired Infection investigations, and Infection Control Assessment and Response activities.
• Oversee and assist lead poisoning prevention epidemiologists, including routine outreach for screening and education of high-risk individuals.
• Identify barriers and develop improved approaches to lead poisoning investigation and prevention; conduct budget management and assist with contract development and monitoring as needed.
• Coordinate with the preparedness program during emergencies; oversee investigation sections and staffing, evaluate response efforts, address barriers, provide information to the Operations Chief and Incident Commander, update the Planner for the Incident Action Plan and Situation Report, and attend incident management and partner meetings or calls.
• Maintain communication with medical staff and the Director’s office regarding high-profile or complex cases.
• Provide health education and risk-reduction information to the public, special constituencies, and populations at increased risk.
• Analyze and interpret epidemiological information to identify trends, determine whether an epidemic exists, assess health risks, and formulate prevention and control measures; make timely decisions when needed to protect public health.
• Provide technical expertise to residents, visitors, and professional leaders in the community and participate on the Pinellas County Health Department public health response team.
• Provide operational backup to other Disease Control and Health Protection Division members as assigned, including Direct Observed Therapy, outreach, immunization clinics, disease investigations, and traveler monitoring.
• Complete training hours in accordance with the FDOH-Pinellas Training Policy, including approved continuing education courses as applicable.
• Lead program budget activities, including planning, preparation, purchasing, and tracking; accurately record and report time and attendance in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed